Musical Director Freddie Tapner from London Musical Theatre Orchestra

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Industry Talks by Encore Radio

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Industry Talks is a new podcast that features a variety of industry professionals, all of whom help to create that magic on the stage. Each episode showcases just one of the many roles that play a pivotal part in getting a musical from the page to the stage; from Casting Directors to Lighting Designers and everything in between. On this week’s episode we speak to musical director Freddie Tapner. Freddie tells us how he got into the theatre industry and we learn more about the key skills that are needed to become a musical director. While playing in West End Shows like Wicked, Freddie is also the principle conductor and founder of LMTO – London Musical Theatre Orchestra, we learn more about their one night shows and Freddie’s key tips on playing Wicked’s Defying Gravity.