Working: How Harry Styles Trombonist Deals With Gigantic Crowds

Published: Sept. 3, 2023, 7 a.m.

This week, guest-host Nate Chinen talks to Kalia Vandever, a trombonist and bandleader who recently performed alongside Harry Styles in the U.S. and Europe during his \u201cLove on Tour\u201d tour. In the interview, Kalia explains how she got used to performing in front of gigantic, loud, high-energy crowds. She also shares how her experience touring with Harry has informed her solo work.\xa0\n\nAfter the interview, Nate and co-host June Thomas talk about the challenges and learning opportunities that come from moving to a larger stage\u2013literally or figuratively.\n\nIn the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Kalia discusses some of her favorite horn sections in popular music.\xa0\n\xa0\nSend your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675.\n\nPodcast production by Cameron Drews.\n\nIf you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows\u2014you\u2019ll also be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus to help support our work.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices