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Bringing PIANO into the Future

  • Yukimi Song

    Creator & Executive Producer

    Hello, TPP Friends!

    Welcome to Season 5 of The Piano Pod! We’re thrilled to be back with an exciting lineup of guests, engaging topics, and a few surprises along the way.

    Over the past four years, The Piano Pod has grown tremendously, interviewing over 70 trailblazers in the industry and exploring a wide range of piano-related topics. We’ve also achieved significant milestones, including over 200,000 downloads on audio platforms and 2.7K subscribers on YouTube – all thanks to our dedicated listeners and viewers. Our conversations have covered topics such as audience engagement, diversity, equity, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and creativity. While we’ll continue these discussions this season, as Executive Producer, I’m committed to creating an authentic and joyous atmosphere for our community.

    For first-time listeners and visitors, welcome to The Piano Pod🎙, a one-of-a-kind podcast that delves deep into the fascinating world of classical music with a specific focus on the piano. In a biweekly format, the show explores intriguing discussions with guests breaking exciting new ground in the classical music industry. The Piano Pod aims to nurture a thriving community that embraces innovative approaches to ensure classical music’s relevance and vitality in today’s dynamic landscape.

    Yukimi Song

    Creator & Executive Producer

    • “How can I present the beautiful tradition of classical music to the 21st-century audience in a fun, contemporary, and engaging way?”

    This question has been central to my journey since I began building a piano studio in Downtown Manhattan in 2007 while studying piano at NYU. I noticed a gap between the expectations of music professionals and the general public regarding classical music and music education. A professor from NYU’s music department suggested I start a podcast to bridge this gap and spark conversations about audience engagement.

    Fast forward to over a decade, The Piano Pod was born in the summer of 2020. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of interviewing A-listers in the classical music industry, including international concert pianists, composers, arrangers, digital streamers/influencers, music educators, entrepreneurs, neurodiverse specialists, and performance psychologists. Through these conversations, we’ve explored how classical music should evolve to stay relevant to our lifestyle, society, and culture.

    The podcast explores a diverse array of compelling topics, including:

    1. In-depth interviews with renowned music professionals: Offering insights into their artistic journeys, techniques, and musical philosophies.
    2. Defining the mission of classical musicians: Understanding how they contribute to the world and the broader cultural landscape.
    3. Finding purpose as performing artists or music educators: Exploring its importance in shaping our careers and artistic identities.
    4. Presenting classical music to 21st-century audiences: Discussing ways classical pianists and educators can make the genre relevant and meaningful today.
    5. Navigating and fostering career growth: Addressing the challenges and opportunities in building sustainable and fulfilling careers in music.
    6. The importance of a digital presence for classical musicians: Exploring how staying connected on digital platforms helps maintain a global community.
    7. Envisioning the future of the classical music industry: Speculating on trends, challenges, and the evolving role of classical music in society.

     

    As we celebrate the success of the past four seasons and look forward to this new season, my mission as Executive Producer is clear: to provide a platform for classical musicians and educators to reflect, discuss, and ensure our industry thrives and remains meaningful in this complex and ever-changing world, guiding it toward a vibrant future.

    Join us on The Piano Pod journey as we explore the exciting world of classical music in a fresh, contemporary light!  Please subscribe now to join the conversation and be part of our thriving community dedicated to shaping the future of classical music.

    Yukimi Song

    Creator/Executive Producer of The Piano Pod