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The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicAuthor: Yukimi Song
...where tradition meets innovation. Together, we bring PIANO into the FUTURE.a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicHey, enthusiasts out there! My name is Yukimi, a classical pianist and educator from NYC and executive producer of The Piano Pod. The Piano Pod is a one-of-a-kind podcast that delves deep into the fascinating world of classical music, with a specific focus on the piano. In a biweekly format, the show explores intriguing discussions with guests breaking exciting new ground in the classical music industry. The Piano Pod aims to nurture a thriving community that embraces innovative approaches to ensure classical music's relevance and vitality in today's dynamic landscape."How can I present the beautiful tradition of classical music to the 21st-century audience in a fun, contemporary, and engaging way?"When I started building a piano studio in the trendy neighborhood of Downtown Manhattan in 2007 while in the NYU graduate program in piano studies, I began to ponder this question. I realized the stark difference in expectations toward classical music and music education between music professionals and the general public. Then, one of the NYU music department's professors suggested I start a podcast: the platform would allow classical musicians to address this disparity and spark conversations about audience engagement.Finally, fast forward to 10 years later, The Piano Pod was born in the summer of 2020. Since then, I have had the privilege of interviewing A-listers in the classical music industry: international concert pianists, composers, arrangers, digital streamers/influencers, music educators, entrepreneurs, neurodiverse specialists, and performance psychologists.Through fascinating conversations, we have explored how classical music should continue to evolve to remain relevant to our lifestyle, society, and culture. Over the past three seasons, The Piano Pod has achieved remarkable success by reaching faithful l Language: en Genres: Arts, Music, Music Interviews, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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OFFICIAL TRAILER: Two pianists. One piano. A U.S. premiere at Carnegie Hall.
Monday, 5 October, 2026
Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Here is the trailer for Steel, Violet, Rage at Carnegie Hall, a special Season 7 Alumni Episode of The Piano Pod.Pianists Anna and Dmitri Shelest of the Shelest Piano Duo join Maestro Michael Hall, Artistic Director of the Brandywine Valley Symphony, to take us behind their October 18 performance at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall.The concert opens Razom for Ukraine’s fourth annual Ukrainian Cultural Festival and features the U.S. premiere of Ukrainian composer Oleh Bezborodko’s Steel, Violet, Rage—a concerto for piano four hands and orchestra.📺 Watch the full episode beginning Tuesday, October 6, at 8:00 p.m. ET: https://youtu.be/G-TaXMoWDu0🎟️ Concert tickets: https://www.carnegiehall.org/calendar/2026/10/18/shelest-piano-duo-with-the-brandywine-valley-symphony-chamber-orchestra-michae-0100pmThis special episode is brought to you by the Alexander & Buono Foundation: https://www.alexanderbuono.org/LISTEN TO OUR SEASON 7 PLAYLISTSExplore the piano works mentioned throughout Season 7 of The Piano Pod.🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSQjDR7tMVdeicHO23FwV▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQF8HfwotO3k#ThePianoPod #ShelestPianoDuo #MichaelHall #UkrainianMusic #CarnegieHall #CultureAndCourage
