The Musician Centric Podcast (Liz and Stephanie)
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| 07 Feb 2022 | The Grocery Store Test with Luke Frazier | 01:02:45 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! The dynamic and charismatic conductor Luke Frazier joins Liz and Steph for a casual chat about the unique model of the American Pops Orchestra, which he founded in 2015. Luke believes that the future of orchestral music is breaking down barriers between orchestras and audiences. He describes how his upbringing in rural West Virginia shaped his philosophies and how the average American orchestra is missing the point when it comes to serving their community and selling tickets. There’s no question that Luke Frazier is passionate about the purpose of his life’s work: connecting music with every American, regardless of where they live or how much money they make. Get 15% off Bach Suites and Concerto duets at VlaTutti.com with our code: VIOLACENTRIC Mentioned in this episode: The American Pops: https://theamericanpops.org/ Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 21 Feb 2022 | The Other Half with Laura Colgate | 00:58:14 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! We chat with violinist and arts activist Laura Colgate! As colleagues in the Washington, DC freelance scene, we’ve seen Laura enjoy a versatile career as a chamber and orchestral musician, soloist, educator, curator, activist, and innovator. Not only does she serve as the Concertmaster of the National Philharmonic, she is the founder of the ground-breaking Boulanger Initiative which champions the work of women and non-binary composers, AND she works with young entrepreneurs who are making their own way in the arts. In this conversation, we talk about the role of the Concertmaster, why U.S. orchestra members are stuck in their seats and how a potentially career-ending injury became a blessing in disguise! Mentioned in this episode: Laura Colgate, Violin https://www.boulangerinitiative.org/ University of MD http://innovation.umd.edu/ Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | Craving Community with Adriana Linares | 00:58:56 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph welcome Venezuela-born, Philadelphia-area violist, Adriana Linares! Starting on violin in her native Venezuela, Adriana had always experienced music as a community activity. Through her work in chamber music as the violist of the award-winning Dali quartet, and the founding of ArCoNet, a Pennsylvania-based Arts and Community non-profit, Adriana is using music as a tool of connection in her community. In this episode she talks about her formative music experience, the culture-shock of adjusting to the nuances of the English language, why chamber musicians are the happiest, and how kids need music now more than ever! Mentioned in this episode: Dali Quartet: https://www.daliquartet.com/ ArCoNet: Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 21 Mar 2022 | The Magic Merit Machine with Tanner Guss | 00:57:19 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph welcome Tanner Guss of The Happy Musicians Podcast! Freelance drummer Tanner Guss is making his way in the New Orleans music scene, navigating pandemic life and learning what he can about happiness from his musical guests - and giving us the nuggets he’s gleaned so far. We talk about getting back to work, finding your true musical purpose and building your dream gig - outside of what the “Magic Merit Machine” gives you. Tanner is a truly authentic and genuine soul, with so much to say about how we can all find ways to "enjoy the gig”. Mentioned in this episode: Tanner’s podcast and website!! https://thehappymusicians.com/ Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 12 Apr 2022 | Surf & Turf with Melissa White | 00:57:18 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph welcome celebrated violinist Melissa White to the pod! As an early first-prize laureate of the Sphinx Competition, Melissa burst onto the concert scene in the early 2000’s, and has been a trend-setter and trail-blazer ever since. A founding member of the Harlem Quartet, she reflects on how their joint experience led them (uncomfortably at times!) into exploring jazz and improv. Melissa talks about how practicing yoga became a passion and how she shares it with students and colleagues through the Intermission Retreats and Sessions. Cozy-up for a warm, authentic and honest conversation with this fantastic violinist and human! Mentioned in this episode: Sphinx Organization Harlem String Quartet Heifitz Institute Chicago Sinfonietta https://chicagosinfonietta.org/ Intermission Sessions/Retreats https://www.intermissionsessions.com/ Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 09 May 2022 | The Carol Situation with Carol Rodland | 01:06:52 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph have a delightful conversation with violist CAROL RODLAND! Carol enjoys a distinguished international career as a concert and recording artist whose playing has been described as “larger than life, sweetly in tune and infinitely variegated”. Ms Rodland is also currently professor of viola and chamber music at the Julliard School, where she herself studied with the godmother of the viola, the incomparable Karen Tuttle. We talk about her full-circle tour of Europe and the US, studying and teaching with viola giants Karen Tuttle and Kim Kashkashian. What’s it like to be besties with Kim K? How does her recent injury help her teaching? How does community service fit into her busy schedule? We dig into these subjects and way more with Carol, who’s such a gracious guru - committed to giving each student exactly what they need to reach their potential. Mentioned in this episode: The Karen Tuttle Legacy, by Jeffrey Irvine, Kim Kashkashian, Michelle LaCourse, Lynne Ramsey, Karen Ritscher, Carol Rodland Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 23 May 2022 | Caffeine and a Prayer: The Season Finale with Liz and Steph | 00:45:17 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this, the last episode of Season 2, we talk about adjusting to the return of regular freelance work and finding a new ‘normal’ of work/life balance. The inner workings of the music community are probably a microcosm of what the world has been experiencing in this phase of the pandemic and the adjustment is REAL. We reflect and wrap up the roller coaster that was Season 2 with some of our favorite moments and guest updates, some listener questions and exciting things in store for…Season 3! Mentioned in this episode: S2:Episodes 7-8, The Mirror Lies with Dr Molly Gebrian S2:Episode 4, Composing Beauty with Brian Balmages S2:Episode 11. The Other Half with Laura Colgate S2:Episode 10, The Grocery Store Test with Luke Frazier S2:Episode 13, The Magic Merit Machine with Tanner Guss Brian Balmages, Kiev 2022 https://www.totalsheetmusic.com/digital-sheet-music/kyiv-2022-681959/ American Pops PBS Special American Viola Society Festival/International Viola Congress https://www.americanviolasociety.org/News-And-Events/Festival-Registration/ Join our email list! Get your VC Merch here! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 02 Aug 2022 | LIVE! From AVS/IVS Festival 2022 | 00:59:41 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In the first ever ViolaCentric LIVE podcast event, we got to go back to college and play musical trivia games! This episode was recorded live at The Loft in Columbus, SC, just a stone's throw from Columbus State University. It was part of the late night cafe events for the American Viola Society Festival/International Viola Congress which was held in June of 2022, and features a live studio audience, fabulous “game-show” contestants and even a guest host. Enjoy playing along with us in this fun, special event…and be sure to yell your answers out LOUD! If you loved this, let us know! In fact, let the world know by writing us a 5-star review! Mentioned in this episode: American Viola Society https://americanviolasociety.org/ International Viola Society https://www.internationalviolasociety.org/ Columbus State University https://www.columbusstate.edu/ Ashley Killam @ Boulanger Initiative https://www.boulangerinitiative.org/ Join our email list! Get your VC Merch here! https://www.violacentric.com/merch Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | Monochrome Viola, Lauren Spaulding on Finding Your Musical Path | 00:42:30 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! We’re back! In this episode we talk with the recently unmasked Monochrome Viola, Lauren Spaulding! Lauren is an avid chamber musician, performing with her viola duo Talla Rouge and the acclaimed Thalea Quartet which is currently in residence at the University of Maryland. She is very forthcoming about her challenges in early music education and how it took a while to find the path that really spoke to her unique qualities as a performer. We talk about her notorious alter-ego, Monochrome Viola, and how social media became a tool not only to connect, but to keep herself honest with her practice routine. She’s always chasing the joy and the ‘good bop’ and if you’re not already a fan, we’re pretty sure you’ll fall in love with our new bff Lauren! NEW THIS SEASON: Get a 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Talla Rouge Thalea String Quartet Our sponsors: Aria Lights Arc Rest Potter Violins Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | Choosing Meaningful Freelance Work with Pianist Liz Hill | 00:48:27 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, we talk with collaborative pianist (and freelancer!), Dr. Elizabeth G. Hill who’s known for her work as a solo performer, chamber musician, educator, and lecturer. Liz dedicates much of her career to bridging cultures together through music, and is a recognized leader in contemporary music advocacy. In this conversation, Liz tells us about her formative years in Alaska, wildlife encounters, and how this time in her life shaped the kind of music she chooses to perform. As a pianist who considers herself a freelancer, Liz weighs the same questions we all do: what do I want to say with the music I program and the work I accept? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! NEW THIS SEASON: Get a 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We’re welcoming a NEW sponsor, Aria Lights! Check them out at www.arialights.com We have a Patreon! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Dr. Elizabeth G. Hill’s website: Meraki duo: http://elizabethghill.com/meraki/ Songs of Hope: Unveiling Darkness https://www.songs-of-hope.org/ Balance Campaign: Big Magic, By Elizabeth Gilbert https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/books/big-magic/ Our sponsors: Aria Lights Arc Rest Potter Violins Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 17 Oct 2022 | Isabel Hagen on Changing Freelance Careers and Facing Performance Anxiety | 00:50:57 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, we talk with someone (way) funnier than us: stand-up comedian and classically trained violist Isabel Hagen! From her appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to her headlining gig at the American Viola Society Festival in June of 2022, she is becoming known for her unique brand of…sometimes musical… comedy. Isabel is very open about her struggles with performance anxiety and shares how it surfaces in her stand-up gigs. We discuss the value of being a beginner at something, and her experience with building a career from the bottom up. She’s warm, relatable and always ready to laugh - we think you’ll love this one! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! NEW THIS SEASON: Get a 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Isabel’s site: www.isabelhagen.com ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Alex Kruchoski ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 31 Oct 2022 | Freelancing and Unionism with AFM Local 77 Leadership Team Ellen Trainer and Marjorie Goldberg | 01:04:58 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, we learn about what happened when two freelancers: Ellen Trainer and Marjorie Goldberg, started a movement for change in the Philadelphia Musicians’ Union: Local 77. A true story of grassroots organizing in the musician community, Ellen’s and Marj’s experiences with poor working conditions and treatment by management inspired them to run for office. We talk with Ellen and Marj about how the COVID pandemic affected people’s attitude towards unions, their philosophy on negotiating with management, and how educating the public can make them a vital ally. We found our conversation with Ellen and Marj to be inspiring - one in the column for freelancers taking control of their own destiny to benefit the whole community! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 20% off at arialights.com, plus FREE shipping! Use the code ‘VIOLACENTRIC’. Good through December 15, 2022 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: The Philadelphia Musicians’ Union: https://local77afm.org/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr and Alex Kruchoski ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 14 Nov 2022 | Bulletproof with Noa Kageyama | 00:56:28 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! If you are/were a music student or have taken an audition in the past 12 years, you know our guest, Noa Kageyama! Through his blog “The Bulletproof Musician” and more recently his podcast of the same name, Noa has made the field of performance psychology digestible and accessible for musicians. He tells us about his musical upbringing, what led him away from being a performer and how his removal from the performing world has given him a unique perspective. Noa shares the most surprising developments in the field of performance psychology and how we can all incorporate these concepts to make ourselves feel more confident in our musical skin! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 20% off at arialights.com, plus FREE shipping! Use the code ‘VIOLACENTRIC’. Good through December 15, 2022 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Noa’s website: https://bulletproofmusician.com/
************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr and Alex Kruchoski ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 28 Nov 2022 | Mozart in the Jungle Pilot Recap: BONUS Episodes | 00:40:20 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In the pilot, we’re introduced to Hayley, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hayley survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 20% off at arialights.com, plus FREE shipping! Use the code ‘VIOLACENTRIC’. Good through December 15, 2022 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! www.thearcrest.com We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 16 Jan 2023 | Finances for Music Freelancers with Anamarie Diaz, The Financial Flutist | 01:02:18 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! As freelance musicians, we have a very unique income situation. Our guest on this episode is no stranger to the financial insecurity of freelancing, and has made it her mission to give us the tools to feel more in-control of our money. Anamarie Diaz, also known as ‘The Financial Flutist’, has taken it upon herself to translate the world of finance for musicians! We talk about the fluctuating nature of a musician’s income, how our ‘starving artist mentality’ can be a self-fulfilling prophecy, and how money management does NOT mean cutting out things that you love. What a relief! If you’re like us and have ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of diving into your money matters, let's rip the Band-aid off together! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Get in touch with Anamarie here: https://www.thefinancialflutist.com/
************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 23 Jan 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 2: BONUS Episodes | 00:37:51 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | Service through Music Entrepreneurship with DMV Music Academy Founder, Percussionist Don Johns | 00:54:25 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Today we’re talking with our friend and fellow DC-area freelancer, percussionist Donnie Johns! Donnie is the founder of the DMV Percussion Academy which aims to fill in the gaps in training for percussion students in the DC/Baltimore/Virginia region. We talk with Donnie about the value of community for students, the problem with elitism in our field and the work we all have left to do in the realm of inclusivity. It’s clear that he lives his life practicing gratitude, and Donnie’s warmth and generous spirit radiate in this conversation! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: DMV Percussion Academy: https://www.dmvpercussion.org/ Colour of Music Festival: https://www.colourofmusic.org/ Gateways Music Festival: https://www.gatewaysmusicfestival.org/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 06 Feb 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 3: BONUS Episodes | 00:34:56 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! S3:Bonus - Mozart in the Jungle (MITJ) Season 1 And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | Violist Matthew Lipman on Identity, Success and Mind-Body Connection | 00:55:18 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest in this episode is violist Matthew Lipman, one of his generation’s great talents! After sufficient fan-girling, we got to ask Matt all of our burning questions about life in the most high-profile of freelancing careers: as a soloist and professional chamber musician. If there’s anything universal about a career in music, it’s how we stitch our identities into how we perceive success. We talk with Matt about what success means to him, as well as the important yet restrictive practices that are preventing us from exposing our art to a broader audience, and maybe even a little astrology - yes, we may be getting a little ‘woo-woo’ today…Enjoy getting to know Matt, a beautiful musician with an important voice in the future of ‘classical’ music! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Matthew Lipman’s official site: https://matthewlipman.com/ Matthew at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: https://www.chambermusicsociety.org/about/artists/strings/matthew-lipman/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 4: BONUS Episodes | 00:33:42 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 5: BONUS Episodes | 00:39:38 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | Bassist Joseph Conyers on Empowerment, Accessibility of Music, and Project 440 | 00:57:19 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest in this episode is American bassist Joseph Conyers! Thanks to social media, Joe (@weatherclef) has become known worldwide for his approachable and warm personality as well as his absolutely stunning sound and technique. We had the pleasure of getting to know Joe on a more personal level, talking about his humble beginnings in Georgia, and how it informed his attitude towards mentoring youth. Joe started the non-profit Project 440 to use music as a tool to teach young people to pursue their passion in life. We talk about Joe’s philosophies on music education, “Play to Play”, and we even try to pin him down on his favorite weather app…so there’s something for everyone in this convo! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Joe’s website: http://josephconyers.com/about Project 440: https://project440.org/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 27 Mar 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 6: BONUS Episodes | 00:36:18 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! S3:Bonus - Mozart in the Jungle (MITJ) Season 1 And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 10 Apr 2023 | Performer to Producer: on being a "One Man Band" with violinist Brian Fitzy | 00:53:06 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest in this episode is Brian Fitzy, a central PA native, and friend of the pod! From his humble beginnings as a violinist to literally performing on the Grammy’s with the Foo Fighters, Brian has had an extremely varied performing career. Not only does he play, but he produces and records for clients all over the world. We talk with Brian about his varied musical taste as a young musician, his gig/life balance coming out of his Grammy appearance, the joys and advantages of being a ‘One-Man-Band’, and being his own advocate in the industry. Brian has such an infectiously passionate attitude about his creative work, one born out of following his own path and figuring out how to make it into a career. **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Brian’s website: https://brianfitzy.com/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 01 May 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 7: BONUS Episodes | 00:41:57 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 08 May 2023 | Exploring Internal Motivation and Self-Compassion with Violinist and Life Coach Eva Cappalletti Chao | 00:54:14 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest in this episode is Eva Cappelletti Chao, a professional violinist and life coach who specializes in working with her people: classical musicians! Early in her career as a performing musician, Eva was forced to confront very personal and persistent challenges. We talk with her about her struggles and how they led her to pursue her work in life coaching, the differences between external and internal motivation for musicians, and how to develop self-compassion in a field where we are our own worst critics! **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 💰PROMOTIONS💰 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! 10% off at Alto Clef Gifts! Enter the promo code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content!
Connect with Eva via her website: https://themusicofyou.com/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 15 May 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 8: BONUS Episodes | 00:43:35 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 23 May 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 9: BONUS Episodes | 00:36:26 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 1: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 20 Jun 2023 | Violist Alice Ping on Transparent Authenticity Online and Living a Freelancer's Life while Fighting Invisible Battles | 00:56:21 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest today is violist Alice Ping! Based in Los Angeles, Alice makes her career as a freelancer and teacher, performing with a wide variety of musical acts live, in session recordings, and notably as one of the talented string musicians on NBC’s The Voice! Alice is not only an accomplished and hard-working musician, but she does it all while living with not one, but two chronic illnesses. She is very open and vulnerable about her treatments, the incessant monitoring and the daily life of a musician dealing with these ‘invisible’ diseases. **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! ************************ 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! 10% off at Alto Clef Gifts! Enter the promo code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Mentioned in this episode: Alice’s website: aliceping.com Alice’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChronicallyMusical ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com ~Our Sponsors~ Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 03 Jul 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Finale: BONUS Episodes | 01:04:15 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! It's the first season finale of the recap no one asked for! This time we're joined by a special guest, our friend and fellow freelancer, oboist Alicia Maloney! Alicia answers all of our burning questions from the first season. Let us know what you think - and if you'd like us to keep it going! (We might do it anyway... 😏) **If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a ‘Five-Star’ rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.MusicforPodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 10 Jul 2023 | LIVE! From the Heifetz Institute with Atar Arad and Paul Neubauer | 00:59:28 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! On June 22, 2023, Liz and Steph were joined by two legends in the viola pedagogy world - Atar Arad and Paul Neubauer! Atar and Paul sat down for a virtual Q and A via Facebook livestream from the Heifetz Institute in Staunton, VA. 10% discount on The ArcRest! Just mention the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout! 10% off at Alto Clef Gifts! Enter the promo code “VIOLACENTRIC” at checkout. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! Mentioned in this episode: Heifetz Institute: https://heifetzinstitute.org/ Atar Arad: http://atararad.com/ ************************ Our website: www.violacentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Stahr ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Our Sponsors: Aria Lights: www.arialights.com The Arc Rest: www.thearcrest.com Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 27 Sep 2023 | Nick Kendall on The Struggles of 'Classical Music' and Empowering Musicians to Carve Their Own Path | 00:50:24 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Welcome back from summer vacation! Well, if your school changed names and had a big makeover, that is...ViolaCentric is now MusicianCentric. We've rebranded our podcast to create more inclusive conversations that resonate with all musicians. With a fresh line of merchandise and a revamped Patreon, we're thrilled to be joining you for a fourth Season! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: Nick Kendall’s website ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 11 Oct 2023 | Revolutionizing Music: From the Stage to Arts Administration with Aubrey Bergauer | 00:57:55 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, we welcome the dynamic Aubrey Bergauer, the brilliant mind behind the upcoming book 'Run it Like a Business.' Aubrey brings a fresh and thought-provoking perspective to our conversation, shedding new light on arts administration, nonprofit organizations, and her unique strategies for building and retaining arts audiences. With a passion for working offstage to bring performing arts to life, Aubrey's insights are sure to ignite your imagination for the future of our field. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: Aubrey’s website: https://www.aubreybergauer.com/ Aubrey's book, Run it Like a Business - pre-order it here! ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | Astrid Baumgardner on Coaching Creatives: How to Find Your Most Fulfilling Career Path as an Artist | 00:53:38 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Have you ever felt stuck in a career that doesn't resonate with you? With an exciting transition from law to career coaching, our guest Astrid Baumgartner has plenty of wisdom to share, having journeyed through such a change herself. Her invaluable insights from her book, Creative Success Now, are a beacon for those seeking authenticity and fulfillment in their professional lives. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks, bonus content...and as mentioned access to our #joylovescompany sessions beginning on Nov 28th! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: Astrid's website: https://www.astridbaumgardner.com/ ...and her book: Creative Success Now : https://www.astridbaumgardner.com/book ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Thank you to our Sponsor for this season, Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 09 Nov 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap! Season 2, Episode 1 | 00:45:25 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Join us as we recap Season 2: episode-by-salacious-episode. In this series we follow Hailey, the fresh-faced freelance oboist, Cynthia, the jaded veteran cellist and the whole crew of pros in the music scene that orbits the New York Symphony. Will Hailey survive the cut-throat ‘jungle’ with her love of music still in-tact? We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 22 Nov 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap! Season 2, Episode 2 | 00:41:41 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us had watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ripped away! Want to see a video of this? We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 30 Nov 2023 | Jerod Tate on the creative process of composing, his American Indian Identity and our community of artists | 01:04:51 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest today is Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate, a composer, pianist and member of the Chickasaw Nation! Jerod shares valuable insights on his journey of self-discovery, embracing his roots, and the significant role they play in his artistic expression. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ---------------- Jerod's website: https://jerodtate.com/ Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 12 Dec 2023 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap! Season 2, Episode 3 | 00:32:38 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Join us as we rewind the scenes of the sometimes-celebrated TV show, "Mozart in the Jungle"! Rodrigo finds out what too many bacchanals means for his housing status and Bradford moves in with Lizzie and Hailey. Gloria reveals a 'shocking' new talent and we're introduced to a very charming oboist with a wealth of musical experiences, but it's all leading us up to Hailey's inevitable debut with the NYSO. Because 5th oboe always goes on tour, right? We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 07 Feb 2024 | Building A Multi-Dimensional Music Career: with Trombonist Ernest Stuart, Part 1 | 00:35:43 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! 🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR! We're shaking things up with a slight change to our episode lengths this year...so let us know what you think! This is the first of two parts of our conversation. Stay tuned to the feed for Part Two, available in a matter of days. We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: MidAtlantic Arts Foundation: https://www.midatlanticarts.org/ ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Building A Multi-Dimensional Music Career: with Trombonist Ernest Stuart, Part 2 | 00:24:44 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! ** This is the second of two parts of our conversation. If you haven't yet, be sure to listen to the first part! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: MidAtlantic Arts Foundation: https://www.midatlanticarts.org/ ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 23 Feb 2024 | Extra-Classical with That Viola Kid, Drew Forde: Strategies for Success in the Modern Music Industry, Part 1 | 00:28:51 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Ever wondered how to carve out a successful career in music, with or without the classical repertoire? That Viola Kid, Drew Ford, rejoins us to unravel the secrets of thriving as an "extra classical musician" in today's dynamic industry. We start off with a little Valentine's Day banter and a nod to the eerie allure of "True Detective," but the real heart of our conversation is Drew's savvy advice for musicians navigating the economic challenges and opportunities of the modern landscape. Whether you're a musician feeling the pinch or a music lover curious about the industry's inner workings, you're in for a treat! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: Drew's newsletter, Grace Notes: https://thatviolakid.com/gracenotes ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | Extra-Classical with That Viola Kid, Drew Forde: Strategies for Success in the Modern Music Industry, Part 2 | 00:25:46 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! **This is Part 2 of our conversation with Drew. Be sure to look for Part 1 in our feed to hear the whole glorious episode! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: Drew's newsletter, Grace Notes: https://thatviolakid.com/gracenotes ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 07 Mar 2024 | Women in Luthierie with Robyn Sullivan of Potter Violins | 00:20:34 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode we talk shop with violin maker and luthier Robyn Sullivan! She tells us about her path to the bench and what her experience has been as a woman in the sometimes male-dominated field of lutherie. Robyn is not only busy in the shop at Potter Violins in Washington, DC, but is advocating for women makers as well. The Women in Lutherie exhibit will tour the East Coast starting in May 2024! Listen in to this short but provocative look inside the world of lutherie, a field that's come a long way for women, and is still evolving. We have a Patreon site! Support us here: www.patreon.com/musiciancentric Mentioned in this episode: Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 14 Mar 2024 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap! Season 2, Episode 4 | 00:29:11 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Unlock the backstage pass to an evening where classical music meets wild party vibes, and where industry giants cameo as themselves, merging the highbrow with pop culture. Episode four of "Mozart in the Jungle" has us wrapped around Dermot Mulroney's fingers just like his cello strings, as we gush over his performance that's as captivating as his '90s silver screen magic. And who wouldn't want to party with Lang Lang, Josh Bell and Emmanuel Axe? Laugh along with us as the orchestra gets ready for an international tour, and the seeds are being sown for all sorts of new relationships, musical and otherwise! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 20 Mar 2024 | Looking Beyond Traditional Music Careers with Studio Building Guru Katherine Emeneth | 00:43:00 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Ever looked at your music career and wondered if there's more to it than the path you're currently on? Katherine Emeneth joins us with her wealth of experience as a studio building expert and career coach for creatives, ready to shed light on the vast potential that lies beyond traditional music paths. She steers us through the terrain of scarcity versus abundance in the industry, illustrating how to mold opportunities that truly resonate with your personal values and aspirations. Our conversation is a treasure trove of practical advice for those seeking to carve out their niche and invest in a life that harmoniously blends professional success with rich personal experiences. We also have a Patreon site! Support us here: www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ***************************** More info on Katherine's course: "Music Teachers Playbook" ***************************** Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 11 Apr 2024 | Creative Careers and The Art of Making Money with Miriam Schulman | 00:44:24 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Discover the keys to turning artistic flair into financial success as we sit down with the extraordinary Miriam Schulman, the mind behind "Artpreneur." Her book lights the way for artists to thrive in the marketplace, and we're diving deep into her treasure trove of strategies. From setting the right prices to self-promotion that doesn't feel like selling out, Miriam's insights offer a compass for creatives looking to chart their own course with confidence. Whether you paint, perform, or play, the wisdom shared in this episode promises to enrich your path to prosperity. We have a Patreon site! Support us here - any little bit helps us produce these episodes, so thanks in advance 💜 www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ************************ Miriam’s book: Artpreneur: ArtpreneurBOOK.com Get the first chapter for FREE here: schulmanart.com/BELIEVE The Inspriation Place Podcast: schulmanart.com/podcast Miriam’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schulmanart/ ************************ How did you like this episode? ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and sharing your stories and feedback! Produced by: Liz O’Hara and Stephanie Knutsen Episode edited by: Emily MacMahon and Liz O’Hara ViolaCentric Theme by: JP Wogaman, www.wogamusic.com Additional music by: Freddy Hall with www.musicforpodcasts.com Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Potter Violins: www.potterviolins.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 25 Apr 2024 | Mozart in the Jungle Recap! Season 2, Episode 5: "Regresso Del Rey" | 00:25:21 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this week's recap, we're here to whisk you away on a South American escapade—minus the need for frantic passport updates or surprise visa requirements. Our favorite orchestra is on TOUR! Find out what happens when there's apparently no rehearsal itinerary and musicians are unleashed on Mexico City! We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content! www.patreon.com/musiciancentric ************************ Our website: www.musiciancentric.com, for merch, joining our email list, and contacting us with stories and feedback! Thank you to our Sponsor for this season: Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 13 Jun 2024 | Rest and Reset: How a health emergency shed new light on our journey | 00:25:25 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! What happens when your body sends you warnings that something is seriously wrong? Join us as we recount Liz's unexpected journey through debilitating health challenges, including severe migraines and a frightening ER visit. After numerous consultations and tests, Liz was diagnosed with Addison's disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting cortisol production. We discuss the emotional and physical hurdles faced during this time, the impact on her career, and the immense relief that comes with a definitive diagnosis and effective treatment. This episode is a raw and honest conversation about the importance of listening to your body and the twists and turns life can take. Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 19 Mar 2025 | Breaking the Silence: Healing, Health, and Finding Strength After Our Hiatus | 00:20:38 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph reunite after an eight-month podcast hiatus, bringing with them powerful stories of personal transformation through health challenges. With remarkable vulnerability, Steph shares her breast cancer journey—the fear, the treatments, and ultimately the strength she discovered within herself and from her support network. Her experience serves as both inspiration and gentle reminder about the life-saving importance of regular mammograms. Meanwhile, Liz opens up about navigating life with rare Addison's disease, describing her evolution from merely managing symptoms to exploring deeper healing possibilities. Her realization that autoimmunity requires listening to her body's limits represents a profound shift away from the constant hustle that once defined her professional life. Together, these parallel health journeys have given both musicians a new perspective on what truly matters. The conversation weaves through serious topics with natural moments of lightness—from Netflix recommendations to memories of watching Celine Dion's documentary together. What emerges most clearly is how this extended break has crystallized their vision for the podcast's future. Though they'll produce fewer episodes moving forward, they're recommitting to the deep, curiosity-driven conversations that have fueled their own personal growth since the podcast's pandemic-era beginnings.. This isn't just a return—it's a renewal of purpose. As they prepare to welcome guests again (with one interview already recorded), Steph and Liz invite listeners to connect beyond social media, through their email list, and direct messaging. At its heart, this episode celebrates the sustaining power of community during life's unexpected challenges. Have you experienced similar transformations through difficult periods? We'd love to hear your story. Text us above! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 13 Dec 2020 | Doin' It LIVE! with Chris DeChiara and Michael Hall | 00:54:07 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Violists Liz and Stephanie talk together and with guests Chris DeChiara and Michael Hall about our lives as wayward freelance musicians in the time of Corona. We discuss the need for connection, stepping outside our comfort zones and navigating the abyss of a musician's life during a world-wide pandemic. Tune in to our ViolaCentric Facebook page for a livestream concert event: December 17th, 2020 @ 7 PM, Eastern! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 04 Jan 2021 | Inside the Yellow Bubble with Robin Fay Massie | 00:54:46 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, Liz and Stephanie connect with their friend and colleague, the extraordinary Robin Fay Massie, about her life and recent transitions from music to healthcare. Robin talks about founding Musicians of Mercy and the concepts of metamorphosis, authenticity and setting boundaries as a form of self-care. Mentioned in the episode: Robin’s Instagram: @mercymusicians Email us: ViolaCentric@gmail.com Instagram: @ViolaCentric Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViolaCentricConnect Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 18 Jan 2021 | The Tupperware of Viola with Chris Jacoby | 00:59:44 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie talk with widely admired and respected luthier Chris Jacoby of Jacoby Fine Violins. Chris is a world-renowned maker of stringed instruments, and he currently heads the workshop at Potter Violins in Bethesda, MD. In this episode, Chris revisits the epic restoration of Stephanie's now famous #riverfiddle, and he discusses the crucial role of luthiers in maintaining the sanity of string musicians. Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 01 Feb 2021 | Violacentrism with The Slapin-Solomon Duo | 00:59:32 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie are joined by Scott Slapin and Tanya Solomon of the award-winning Slapin-Solomon Duo: pioneers of the viola duo and OG Violacentrics. Scott and Tanya have performed and recorded together for over 20 years and continue to expand the repertoire for viola ensemble through their commissions, premiers and transcriptions. In this episode, Scott and Tanya talk with Liz and Stephanie about the origins of ‘Violacentrism’, remote teaching, and how the concept of training musicians for orchestral jobs may be about to change. Mentioned in this episode: Slapin-Solomon Duo: violaduo.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 15 Feb 2021 | Disco Yoga with Greg Watkins and Kentucky Avenue | 00:52:46 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie are joined by their friend and bassist/arranger Greg Watkins and Stella Schindler and Dave Ries of the Americana group Kentucky Avenue. In this episode, we discuss the various paths to finding collaboration in music, how many musicians are starting to explore their own creative projects, and yes, the emerging craze of disco yoga! Greg, Stella and Dave will be joining ViolaCentric on the second concert of our livestream series on Thursday, February 18 at 7:00 PM EST, airing directly on our Facebook page. Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 22 Feb 2021 | ViolaCentric Mini #1: The Social Dilemma | 00:18:49 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this mini episode, Liz and Stephanie hold their first 'Movie Club' conversation to discuss the Netflix film, The Social Dilemma. In conversation, they explore the incredibly serious issues the movie raises around the use of technology, and social media in particular, and share some thoughts about how we might all help foster positive change. Above all, this movie serves as a siren to everyone, and for ViolaCentric in particular, to work even harder to fulfill our mission of creating meaningful connection. Please let us know what you think. You can email us at violacentric@gmail.com. Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 01 Mar 2021 | Silver Linings with Ally Goodman | 00:54:14 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie talk with fellow violist and colleague Ally Goodman, who is currently the Principal Violist of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra in Washington, DC. In this episode, Ally shares her personal journey with her viola from her youth through today. Topics of discussion include Ally's musical and personal experiences during the pandemic, taking and judging auditions, the process of going to school for music, and even some perspectives on the more challenging aspects of a career in music such as scarcity mindset and imposter syndrome. As always, please feel free to write us with your own insights - we want to connect with you! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 15 Mar 2021 | The Season of Soft Pants with Molly Sharp | 00:55:29 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie talk with Molly Sharp, Principal Viola of the Richmond Symphony and the creator of VlaTutti.com about the insights brought-on by her sabbatical followed closely by the pandemic shuttering of concert halls and live performances. They talk about building a community of violists, pandemic projects and the lies we all tell ourselves about ourselves. Mentioned in this episode: Molly’s website and online offerings: VlaTutti.com Molly’s art: mollysharpcreates.com The Big Leap, by Gay Hendricks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level-ebook/dp/B0026772QU Tanya Penny, Therapeutic Meditative Process: https://tanyapenny.com/ The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van Der Kolk, M.D.: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 29 Mar 2021 | Activating the Individual with Tiffany Richardson | 01:00:09 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Episode 8: Activating the Individual with Tiffany Richardson In this riveting conversation, Liz and Steph talk with the inspiring Tiffany Richardson. Tiffany enjoys a multi-faceted career as a professional violist, administrator, educator and entrepreneur dedicated to purposeful impact. She works with musicians and organizations to forge connections between their art form and community engagement, activism, technology, and wellness. Tiffany is a co-founder of Sound Impact — a collective of musicians dedicated to igniting positive change through music. She is also the Director of Community Engagement with the National Philharmonic. The ladies discuss breaking the fourth wall between the orchestra and the community we serve as well as striving for authenticity in our musical careers despite the limited paths we are expected to follow. Mentioned in this episode: Sound Impact: soundimpact.org National Philharmonic: nationalphilharmonic.org Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 12 Apr 2021 | The Shift to Abundance with Jennifer Wade | 00:54:40 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, Liz and Stephanie talk with Jennifer Wade: violinist, teacher, values-based identity coach and founder of Lifescape Visionary. From life as a freelancer to discovering her own unique path through music, Jennifer is a font of wisdom. The friends talk about setting goals for your gig life based on your own values and weighing where you spend your precious energy, as well as an exploration of how practicing gratitude can shift our frame of mind from one of scarcity into abundance. It’s a must-listen for all of us preparing to navigate the changing scene of work in the post-pandemic music world! Mentioned in this episode: Lifescape Visionary: lifescapevisionary.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 26 Apr 2021 | Diva Wrangling with Stephen Slater | 00:55:11 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! This week’s guest is Stephen Slater, a horn player currently performing with the Virginia Symphony, whose performing career has spanned 5 continents. Stephen has experience on both sides of the curtain: as orchestral musician and arts administrator. This unique perspective fuels the conversation in this episode, spanning Stephen’s varied job experiences and even a no-nonsense discussion of the effectiveness of the current method of hiring for orchestral positions. Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 10 May 2021 | Let's Get Physical with Kayleigh Miller | 00:59:08 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie have an in-depth conversation with fellow violist and self-described 'educator, movement instructor, off and on writer, and total body nerd' Kayleigh Miller. In this episode, we talk about how to prepare physically for the hopeful return of more orchestral work, what choosing a movement and exercise practice might look like for you, why dictatorial curriculum for your students may create tension down the road for them, and so much more. Kayleigh has a wealth of information to share! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 24 May 2021 | From Bruckner to Broadway with 'Viola Mom' Rebecca Young | 00:55:59 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie talk with recently TikTok famous “Viola Mom” Rebecca Young. From chamber music to soloing and performing with the New York Philharmonic to hosting the Very Young Peoples Concerts, Rebecca Young’s experiences in music are broad! She talks about her meteoric rise on social media, making real-world connections with audience members, and the everyday pranks that make orchestral life fun. She’s a strong believer that classical music can and SHOULD be fun…so buckle up, because this episode is downright delightful. Mentioned in this episode: Alto Clef Gifts: www.altoclefgifts.com/violacentric Promo code VIOLACENTRIC gets you 10% off! American Viola Society Festival: http://www.americanviolasociety.org/News-And-Events/Festival-Registration/ Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 07 Jun 2021 | Cold Calls and Hot Takes! A Mailbag Episode with Liz and Steph | 00:38:58 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Stephanie respond to some of the questions and feedback received from YOU, our listeners! In this season finale episode, we also reflect on this experience, express our gratitude for all of our supporters, and hint a little at what's to come! We hope you'll stay in touch with us this summer as we plan for even MORE ways to spread that warm #violalove in season 2. Talk with you soon! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 20 Sep 2021 | Branding, Busking and Blockchain with 'ThatViolaKid' Drew Forde | 01:03:58 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph are kicking off Season 2 with ’ThatViolaKid’ Drew Forde! Drew is one of classical music’s first instantly-recognized faces on social media and he uses the medium to connect in an absolutely authentic way with his audience. In this episode, he talks about how his career diverged from the orchestral path and how to stay relevant in today’s ever-changing music scene…even if it means learning about Bitcoin. As always, we welcome your feedback! Contact us through our website, violacentric.com or on social media. If you love the show, consider giving us a 5-star rating and review us on Apple Podcasts…and take it one step further and share it with two friends! Mentioned in this episode: Frisch & Denig: chinrests.com Economics Explained on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EconomicsExplained Adam Neely, on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnkp4xDOwqqJD7sSM3xdUiQ Black Violin: https://blackviolin.net/ Books: Overcoming Underearning, by Barbara Staney The Deficit Myth, by Stephanie Kelton 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing/Branding, by Al Ries & Jack Trout
Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | Spicing It Up in the Practice Room with Susanna Klein | 01:01:48 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Episode 2 features 'Practice Maven', Susanna Klein! Susanna is a violinist, professor, arts entrepreneur, practice researcher, and author who is passionate about joyful practicing and musician health. She’s spreading the practice joy with Practizma, her innovative practice journal and workbook and her practice aid, the Clipza app. Susanna talks with Liz and Steph about practice baggage and trauma and how we all need some toys in the practice room to spice things up. Hopefully this chat will leave you inspired to try something new!
Tunable App: https://www.tunableapp.com/ TomPlay: https://tomplay.com/ Practicing for Artistic Success by Burton Kaplan: http://magicmountainmusic.com/pdt.shtml The Perfect Wrong Note by William Westney: http://williamwestney.com/publications/ Use the code “VIOLACENTRIC” at Practizma.com for an extra 10% off your Practizma journal and an invitation to join Liz and Steph on their practice journey, LIVE each week. This offer is only good through the end of October 31, 2021, so don’t delay! Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 18 Oct 2021 | A More Perfect Union with Doug Rosenthal | 00:56:21 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph talk with Doug Rosenthal, trombonist, activist and DC Union Representative. In this episode, Doug talks about a personal shift that literally prepared his inner voice for perfroming with confidence! The friends also get into a lively discussion of what union membership SHOULD mean for freelance musicians and why we’re all wrong about what the AFM (American Federation of Musicians) actually is. As always, send us your feedback at ViolaCentric.com! **OUR PRACTIZMA PRACTICE GROUP STARTS SOOOOON** Got an audition coming up? Recital? Want to find the joy in practice or just need a kick in the pants…ahem...accountability? Get your Practizma practice journal here: www.Practizma.com and use code ‘VIOLACENTRIC’ for 10% off and an invitation to join us for weekly practice hangs starting in November. Mentioned in this episode: Doug’s blog post on Toby Oft’s site: https://www.tobyoft.com/featured-a-tale-of-two-auditions The American Federation of Musicians: www.afm.org Season 2 is sponsored by The ArcRest! Find out more here: www.thearcrest.com ViolaCentric Theme by JP Wogaman II (@wogamusic), find out more at www.wogamusic.com Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | Composing Beauty with Brian Balmages | 00:52:35 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph talk with the charismatic and poignant Brian Balmages, conductor, composer and passionate music educator. Brian is well-known for his catalogue of widely accessible compositions for student band and orchestra, but is also highly in-demand as a clinician and guest conductor. Steph has known Brian since their undergrad days, and can attest to his flair for performing and...talking. Liz and Steph get Brian’s perspective on the creative process and how everyone, even a world-renowned composer, has bad, not-so-creative days. If you’re looking for a little bit of inspiration and thinly-veiled pep talk, this episode is sure to lift your spirits and leave you smiling. Mentioned in this episode: Brian’s website: www.brianbalmages.com Big Magic, by Elizabeth Gilbert: https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/books/big-magic/ Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 15 Nov 2021 | In Sickness and In Health: A Looking Back Episode with Liz and Steph | 00:40:49 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! The one where Liz got a terribly sick and couldn’t record with guests so Liz and Steph compiled a ‘favorites’ episode to reflect on Season 1! They talk about how the core values of ViolaCentric have emerged through conversations with some really insightful guests. Enjoy some beautiful and poignant moments from Season 1! Including clips from: Ep 2: Inside the Yellow Bubble with Robin Fay-Massie Ep 7: The Season of Soft Pants with Molly Sharp Ep 8: Activating the Individual with Tiffany Richardson Ep 9: The Shift to Abundance with Jennifer Wade Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 06 Dec 2021 | Music For All, By All with Sandy Choi | 00:59:44 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Liz and Steph talk with Arts Advocate and performer Sandy Choi. Sandy works with the DC Youth Orchestra Program (DCYOP) as the Community Engagement and Digital Media Manager and is also known for her involvement in the chamber music scene in DC, working with trailblazing groups such as Inscape Chamber Orchestra, Urban Arias and the Balance Campaign. Sandy talks about the role of the youth orchestra in the community and how DCYOP makes participation as inclusive as possible. The friends talk about how creating new music for students could shape the evolution of classical music among other thought-provoking topics. Unpopular opinions and all, you’ll love listening in on this conversation with someone who’s in the trenches! Mentioned in this episode: Inscape: https://www.inscape.org/ Balance Campaign: https://balancecampaign.com/ Urban Arias: https://www.urbanarias.org/ DCYOP: https://www.dcyop.org/ NOI K-12 New Music Project: https://theclarice.umd.edu/noi/partnerships/k12-new-music-project Find Sandy on Social: Instagram: @sandychoimusic Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 21 Dec 2021 | The Mirror Lies with Molly Gebrian | 00:43:09 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! This week, Liz and Steph welcome Assistant Professor of Viola at the University of Arizona, Dr. Molly Gebrian! With her dual-degree in Music and Neuroscience, Molly is a virtual unicorn in the field of music education. A scientist at heart, she is passionate about experimenting with (and on) her students to find the best techniques and philosophies to help in the realm of musical practice. Liz and Steph talk with Molly about how our brain learns and even how we UN-learn bad habits; something that every musician is familiar with! If you sometimes feel as though your practice could use a fresh perspective and some new tools, you can’t miss this conversation! Mentioned in this episode: University of AZ Fox School of Music: Oberlin College: Neuroteach, by Glenn Whitman and Ian Kelleher: https://www.amazon.com/Neuroteach-Brain-Science-Future-Education/dp/1475825358 Peak, by Anders Ericsson: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Secrets-New-Science-Expertise/dp/1531864880 Molly’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrMollyGebrian Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | Wherever You Go, There You Are with Mei-Ann Chen | 01:10:16 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! In this episode, Liz and Steph talk with Mei-Ann Chen, Music Director of the ever-progressive, MacArthur award-winning, Chicago Sinfonietta. Ms Chen is known not only for her energetic style on the podium, but for being a champion for the mission of the Sinfonietta - diversity, equity and inclusion - on the stage, in their organization and in their programming. Liz and Steph had the joy of connecting with Mei-Ann over our common struggle as artists and the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in music and in life. Listen in on this rare and beautiful dialogue between two orchestral musicians and a world-renowned conductor: the authentic and utterly delightful Mei-Ann Chen! Follow us on FB and IG for a special bonus story from this episode!* Mentioned in this episode: Chicago Sinfonietta’s “Project W”: https://www.chicagosinfonietta.org/projectw/ Chicago Sinfonietta’s Artist-in-Residence, Kathryn Bostic: https://www.chicagosinfonietta.org/artist-in-residence/ *Mucca Pazza in concert with the CS: Battle of the Bands: Mucca Pazza x Chicago Sinfonietta Finale Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||
| 10 Jan 2022 | The Mirror Lies Part 2 with Molly Gebrian | 00:49:19 | |
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Part 2 is here! Liz and Steph continue their conversation with Assistant Professor of Viola at the University of Arizona, Dr. Molly Gebrian! With her dual-degree in Music and Neuroscience, Molly is a virtual unicorn in the field of music education. A scientist at heart, she is passionate about experimenting with (and on) her students to find the best techniques and philosophies to help in the realm of musical practice. Liz and Steph talk with Molly about how our brain learns and even how we UN-learn bad habits; something that every musician is familiar with! If you sometimes feel as though your practice could use a fresh perspective and some new tools, you can’t miss this conversation! Mentioned in this episode: University of AZ Fox School of Music: Oberlin College: Neuroteach, by Glenn Whitman and Ian Kelleher: https://www.amazon.com/Neuroteach-Brain-Science-Future-Education/dp/1475825358 Peak, by Anders Ericsson: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Secrets-New-Science-Expertise/dp/1531864880 Molly’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrMollyGebrian Support the show (https://paypal.me/violacentric) Support the show (https://paypal.me/violacentric) Head over to musiciancentric.com to subscribe to our email list! Interested in starting your own podcast? We can't recommend our host Buzzsprout enough! Click here for an introductory offer from them! | |||