Brent Maher's Musical Journey in "Night of the Orphan Train"
Brent Maher's Musical Journey in "Night of the Orphan Train"  
Podcast: Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville
Published On: Tue Nov 25 2025
Description: From Music to Novels: Brent Mayer's Journey with The Night of the Orphan Train In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor sits down with Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Brent Maher to discuss his new venture as an author. Brent shares the fascinating journey behind his new musical novel, 'Night of the Orphan Train,' inspired by a road sign he saw during a vacation. The novel blends historical fiction with original music and delves into the lives of orphaned children transported across the U.S. in the early 20th century. Brent describes the process of creating the book, developing characters, and the rewarding experience of stepping into a new creative role. The episode also highlights insights into the entertainment industry and the resilient human spirit. Meet Brent Mayer: From Music to Literature The Inspiration Behind 'Night of the Orphan Train' The Orphan Train Era: A Historical Insight Creating the Musical Novel Bringing Characters to Life The Journey of Writing and Producing Final Thoughts and Future Endeavors INTRO/OUTRO: T.Wild Mantor Music BMI Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.