Podcasts about violinists

In the next episode of our annual What the Hell's summer book series, we are time traveling around the world with experimental archeologist, Sam Kean, who shares with us his latest science narrative novel, Dinner with King Tut: How Rogue Archaeologists Are Re-creating the Sights, Sounds, Smells, and Tastes of Lost Civilizations (Little Brown and Company, 2025). Sam took us on an adventure of the senses, back through the history of mankind and across the globe, from the Egyptian pyramids to the temples of Mexico. “Above all,” he writes, “I hope this book can reveal what unites us today with people from long ago, and help us understand that they were just people, no different than us.” WTH can we learn from living like those in the past? And WTH do caterpillars taste like? Sam Kean is the New York Times-bestselling author of seven books that combine history and science. His stories have appeared in The Best American Science and Nature Writing, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and Slate, among other places, and his work has been featured on NPR. His books The Disappearing Spoon and The Violinist's Thumb were national bestsellers, and both were named an Amazon “Top 5” science books of the year. Find Dinner with King Tut: How Rogue Archaeologists Are Re-creating the Sights, Sounds, Smells, and Tastes of Lost Civilizations here.Find the transcript here.

Giora Schmidt is a virtuoso American-Israeli violinist. He has appeared as a soloist with many prominent symphony orchestras around the globe including the Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland and Philadelphia symphonies and the Toronto, Vancouver and Israel Philharmonics. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center and The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. He has collaborated with Itzhak Perlman and Pinchas Zukerman. And he even performed on an airplane!My featured song is “Fishin'” featuring Mindi Abair on saxophone, from the album The PGS Experience by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH GIORA:www.gioraschmidt.com____________________ROBERT'S NEWEST ALBUM:“WHAT'S UP!” is Robert's new compilation album. Featuring 10 of his recent singles including all the ones listed below. Instrumentals and vocals. Jazz, Rock, Pop and Fusion. “My best work so far. (Robert)”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

Amid the devastation in Gaza, remarkable stories of hope and resilience do emerge. Sixteen-year-old Sama Nijm, a gifted violinist from Gaza, is using music to bring comfort and healing to the youngest victims of the conflict. Some of the children have lost their parents, and in some cases, their limbs or arms. BBC Newsday's Charlene Rodrigues spoke to Sama, and began by asking her what inspired her to become a violin teacher in the midst of war.

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Asta Bria is a Lithuanian-born Pop Star and Virtuoso Violinist. She grew up under a Communist regime in Vilnius, Lithuania, only able to catch snippets of Western pop music on the radio. Her journey led her to freedom in the UK after the fall of Communism in Lithuania.My featured song is my reimagined version of “Free” by the band Phish, from the album The PGS Experience by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH ASTA:www.astabria.com____________________ROBERT'S NEWEST ALBUM:“WHAT'S UP!” is Robert's new compilation album. Featuring 10 of his recent singles including all the ones listed below. Instrumentals and vocals. Jazz, Rock, Pop and Fusion. “My best work so far. (Robert)”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

Despite big efforts in recent years to boost diversity in classical music, the genre is still exceedingly difficult to break into. According to an industry wide study conducted last year by the League of American Orchestras, African Americans made up just 2 percent of professional orchestras nationwide. Violinist and educator Brendan Slocumb and activist Afa Dworkin discuss what's holding the industry back and how improved early access music programs in public schools are vital to creating opportunity for historically excluded populations. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/strings-attached-the-inequities-still-shaping-classical-music-today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week (8/15 & 8/17) on ART ON THE AIR features an artist known as the “Queen of Color,” Denise Petersen sharing her art journey and her South Shore Arts Atrium exhibit in September. Next a return visit with violinist Nic Orbovich and the 24th Annual Michigan City Chamber Music Festival in August.Our spotlight is on the Lakeshore Community Concerts 2025-26 six-concert season with Carolyn Borchardt.Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Media 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/AOTA, and can also be heard Fridays at 11am and Mondays at 5pm on WVLP 103.1FM (WVLP.org) or listen live at Tune In. Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/AOTA or brech.com/aota. Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.orgSend your questions about our show to AOTA@brech.comLIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to keep up to date about art issues in the Region. New and encore episodes also heard as podcasts on: NPR, Spotify Tune IN, Amazon Music, Apple and Google Podcasts, YouTube plus many other podcast platforms. Larry A Brechner & Ester Golden hosts of ART ON THE AIR.

What happens when a child is handed an instrument they never wanted to play? Cuban violinist Ali Enriquez's story begins with this exact twist of fate: assigned the violin in Havana's rigorous music school system based on her small hands, she initially resisted the instrument that would later become her voice. Now a seasoned performer and composer in Canada, Ali reveals how she transformed resentment into artistry and how music became her bridge between cultures.Ali shares hilarious and heartfelt memories of mandatory piano classes, the shock of adapting to Canada's fast-paced life, and why her violin has become “a companion that's seen me cry more than anyone.”Between unpacking the differences between melodic and harmonic instruments and demonstrating her songwriting process (from “giving birth” to songs to moments of effortless flow), Ali shares how she fell in love with her craft. Find out more @alien.riquez

Send us a textHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. This week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am proud to welcome Emily Gelineau, a Grammy award-winning Violinist, Pianist, Vocalist, Composer and Arranger who is known for interpreting modern styles of music from jazz to country, pop to rock, and world styles such as French and Brazilian music. Emily performs as a guest entertainer onboard luxury cruise ships. Listeners know I am as passionate about music and comedy as I am about cruising so when I get a chance to have a conversation with someone who has performed on cruise ships, I am in my glory. Residing in the USA for 4 years, Emily is a graduate from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. She has performed live and recorded with many infamous and influential artists across the world, including recording Violin for the 8-Bit Big Band on their 2022 Grammy-Winning arrangement of “Metaknight's Revenge”. Today, Emily is a well sought-after musician on the Jazz scene in Australia and overseas, whilst regularly earning composing commissions, arranging for orchestras and organizations such as RWS Entertainment and the Perth Symphony Orchestra, composing for media, and performing at sea.Do you have a dream car?Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Violinist and trumpeter Louis Bannet was a celebrated jazz musician in Holland, often called “the Dutch Louis Armstrong.” Once the war began, he was arrested and sent to Auschwitz where he faced a chilling ultimatum: pass an audition for the camp orchestra or be sent to his death. Join Ken Shuldman, author of Jazz Survivor: The Story of Louis Bannet, for a conversation about Bannet's life before, during and after the Holocaust and how jazz music saved his life. In conversation with jazz musician Joe Alterman, executive director of Neranenah.

George Meyer is a Nashville born Bluegrass fiddler and classical violinist and composer. He's equally at home playing classical music and fiddle music. He's toured with Sam Bush. He's performed at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, the 92nd St. Y and at many other venues. And he's got new music upcoming with the U.S. Army Strings.My featured song is “Five To Six” from the album Prisoners Of Love by The Robert Miller Group. Spotify link.------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH GEORGE:www.georgemeyermusic.com______________________ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“THE CUT OF THE KNIFE” is Robert's latest single. An homage to jazz legend Dave Brubeck and his hit “Take Five”. It features Guest Artist Kerry Marx, Musical Director of The Grand Ole Opry band, on guitar solo. Called “Elegant”, “Beautiful” and “A Wonder”! CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—----------------------------“DAY AT THE RACES” is Robert's newest single.It captures the thrills, chills and pageantry of horse racing's Triple Crown. Called “Fun, Upbeat, Exciting!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS___________________“MOON SHOT” reflects my Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

In this episode,  Dazzling Through the Strings of Life with Violinist Amy Serrano, I sit down with internationally renowned violinist... The post Dazzling Through the Strings of Life with Violinist Amy Serrano appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Life Changes Show with Filippo Voltaggio and cohost Mark Laisure, with Executive Producer Dorothy Lee Donahue Life Changes Show - A New Hope for A New Era - Ep849 Featuring Interview Guest, Spiritual Teacher, Business Strategist, and Environmental Advocate, Cynthia Rivard; and Performance Guest, The Susie Hansen Latin Band Leader and Violinist, Susie Hansen, on The Life Changes Show, Episode 849 Interview Guest: CYNTHIA RIVARD; and Performance Guest: SUSIE HANSEN Don't forget to check out guest, Cynthia Rivard's book: "Hope For A New Era: Turning the Tide, Love and Leadership Through Turbulent Times." A short description of "Hope For A New Era: Turning the Tide, Love and Leadership Through Turbulent Times" from Amazon: The New Earth, paradise on earth and Nirvana are all concepts of a beautiful future that we have been taught awaits the faithful or spiritually connected. It is a misleading narrative, however, because the Divine Law of Creation demands that we take action in order to manifest anything new. This long anticipated Golden Era, humanity's next epoch, is upon us. We can begin, as individuals, to experience raised consciousness and transcendent joy now. And as a global community, we must take action to create the society that will nurture and continue to evolve humanity and our planet into its greatest era. “Rivard's balanced approach to leadership…is a refreshing perspective on how transformative change can unfold beyond traditional political frameworks. Her emphasis on faith in oneself and the power of community lends steady optimism, even when addressing urgent global concerns. Perhaps the most important aspect of the book is how Rivard grounds the work in real-world applicability, recognizing human limitations and divine potential in envisioning incremental, sustainable progress.” - Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite In these pages, you will learn what it will take to manifest what has been a theoretical concept throughout religious history, into your life now. The new era isn't a different place from where we currently live. It is a concept and upleveling of energies that can shift your consciousness and future into the joy-filled, abundant way of being that awaits each of us. It is also a better future for the earth and all of its inhabitants. It is a golden era that we can co-create when, as conscious global citizens and leaders, we take responsibility for improving our current broken and toxic behaviors and systems. There will be no tomorrow without more compassionate action today. Learn why there is cause for great hope and how you can be a catalyst for some of the massive changes necessary to create the Golden Era and our next chapter of human evolution.

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, Michael celebrates Ava, the unassuming second violinist whose quiet mastery turns a good orchestra into something unforgettable. Tune in to discover why true leadership often lives in the harmony of support, anticipation, and purposeful service.Enjoy Episode 26 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

When do classical music and data walk hand in hand? For today's guest, everything. In this episode, she shares how being a musician and a data scientist has shaped her, and opens up about how the persistence and heart of Taiwanese culture have helped shape who she is today.A story about resilience, creativity, and finding your voice - onstage, online, and off.

With tales of George Szell, Oscar Shumsky and over fifty years as a violinist in the revered Emerson Quartet, Philip Setzer is full of tales, reminiscences and boundless energy and ideas for his new role as Artistic Director of Vermont's Manchester Music Festival.

In the second of four programmes across 2025 marking the 300th anniversary of the publication of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, Hannah French explores the Violin Concerto in E major, RV.269 - better known as Spring.From the opening's chorus of birdsong to the rustic dance of the finale via the snoring goatherd of the second movement, Hannah considers the concerto's context and inspirations, and shares other early music influenced by the season of hope and new beginnings. Violinist and artistic director of La Serenissima Adrian Chandler talks to Hannah about the Op. 8 collection of concertos that Vivaldi published in Amsterdam in 1725, and what Vivaldi's Spring means to him. And Hannah sends us a sonic snapshot from a recent trip to the church where Vivaldi was baptised in 1678 in the heart of Venice.To listen to this programme using most smart speakers just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play The Early Music Show".

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Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, you can hear my conversation with David Handler, who is a composer, violinist and club owner in New York City. His debut album - Life Like Violence - is out now on Cantaloupe Music. It's a fascinating collection of acoustic and electronic music that, as we discuss, is not for background listening.Thanks to David for allowing me to share clips from Life Like Violence alongside our conversation.Get in touch to let me know what you think!Thank you for listening to Harmonious World. Please rate, review and share: click on the link and subscribe to support the show.Don't forget the Quincy Jones quote that sums up why I do this: "Imagine what a harmonious world it would be if every single person, both young and old, shared a little of what he is good at doing."Support the showRead reviews of albums and gigs and find out more about me at hilaryseabrook.co.ukFollow me on instagram.com/hilseabrookFollow me on facebook.com/HilarySeabrookFreelanceWriterFollow me on twitter.com/hilaryrwriter

Dudley's finest, Sir Lenny Henry, has always used his comedic and acting talents to infuse characters with humour and heart - his Comic Relief work turned laughter into social impact and he now has a list of ‘brilliant things' to share.Violinist and Daughter of Dublin Aoife Ní Bhriain has, through her music, blended traditional Irish sounds with modern innovation, turning cultural roots into contemporary expressions. And, hailing from Nottingham, former refuse worker turned screenwriter William Ivory's discusses a cannon of films, which include Made in Dagenham, and lifts the curtain on how he elevates the mundane and gives voice to the overlooked. All that plus, to get into the festival mood, the Inheritance Tracks of 6 Music's Breakfast presenter Nick Grimshaw.Presenters: Nikki Bedi and Kiri Pritchard-McLean Producer: Gareth Nelson-Davies

Eric Silberger is a virtuoso violinist. He's a winner of the Tchaikovsky Competition. He's a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. He's performed all over the world at the most prestigious venues and festivals, including the London, Mariinsky, San Francisco and St. Petersburg orchestras and with Itzhak Perlman. He's the co-founder of the Hawaii International Music Festival. And he's an avid producer and recording engineer. My featured song is “The Gift”. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!Click here for All Episodes Click here for Guest List Click here for Guest Groupings Click here for Guest TestimonialsClick here to Subscribe Click here to receive our Email UpdatesClick here to Rate and Review the podcast—----------------------------------------CONNECT WITH ERIC:www.ericsilberger.com________________________ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“THE CUT OF THE KNIFE” is Robert's latest single. An homage to jazz legend Dave Brubeck and his hit “Take Five”. It features Guest Artist Kerry Marx, Musical Director of The Grand Ole Opry band, on guitar solo. Called “Elegant”, “Beautiful” and “A Wonder”! CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—----------------------------“DAY AT THE RACES” is Robert's newest single.It captures the thrills, chills and pageantry of horse racing's Triple Crown. Called “Fun, Upbeat, Exciting!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS___________________“MOON SHOT” reflects my Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

New York-based musician Caroline Shaw is a singer, violinist, composer, and producer who performs in solo and collaborative projects. Growing up in Greenville, NC, her introduction to music came through her mother -- a Suzuki music teacher -- and by listening to her local public radio station! The multi-faceted musician is an innovator whose creative outlets include commissions for a variety of performers and ensembles, singing with the vocal band Roomful of Teeth, and composing for TV, film and stage projects such as the Ken Burns/PBS documentary Leonardo Da Vinci and the FX/Hulu show Fleishman is in Trouble. She has earned 5 Grammy awards, and in 2013 – at age 30 -- she became the youngest recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Music for her composition, PARTITA FOR 8 VOICES. Suzanne spoke with Caroline Shaw about her life in music.

On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,' pianist Alice Sara Ott discusses her latest project, recordings of 18 nocturnes by Irish composer John Field. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!

We're continung our summer of Practice tips with some ideas about music practice as a balancing act: between fulfillment and enjoyment and intense effort. Between mind and body. Between seeing results and taking the long view and so much more.  Host Christine Goodner shares her thoughts and a clip of her interview with Dr. Hannah Murray who shares some fantastic expert tips with us!   Links in this Episode:   Google Form to submit your practice tip for a future podcast Episode 55 with Dr. Hannah Murray Request a Parent Talk or Teacher Talk for your Program  You can email Christine here: Christine at SuzukiTriangle.com Or connect with her on Instagram TRANSCRIPT

Life Changes Show with Filippo Voltaggio and cohost Mark Laisure, with Executive Producer Dorothy Lee Donahue Now Is the Moment to Unleash The Story Within - Ep846 Featuring Interview Guest, Acclaimed Director, Producer, Writer, Member of the Director's Guild of America (DGA), Co-Founder of The Directors Guild Leadership Council, Entrepreneur, Demian Lichtenstein; and Performance Guest, Classically Trained Violinist, Guitar Player, Singer / Songwriter, Toby Lightman, on The Life Changes Show, Episode 846 Interview Guest: DEMIAN LICHTENSTEIN; and Performance Guest: TOBY LIGHTMAN

Violinist and musical director Peau Halapua talks to Jesse about her life, career, and favourite things. 

Yasi and Steven talk with the energetic Jesùs Florido, a one-time competitive tennis player turned professional violinist, composer, producer and entrepreneur. An innovator at heart, Jesus takes you through his athletic career, its unintended impact in his musical development, his unique musical fusion style, developing into a music virtuoso, and his work in developing music careers through the Màs y Màs Music Foundation.For more on Jesùs' career, go to https://www.jesusflorido.comInstagram: @latinfiddlerBio: With his debut, Heading North, violinist, composer, and bandleader Jesus Florido introduces compelling artistry balanced on a fine axis of musical virtuosity and pure heart. "This album came about from what is not out there from an instrumental point of view," he explains. "Jazz, rock, classical, Latin -- my album is a melting pot."The savory list of sonic influences can be traced back to Venezuela, Jesus' home, and its pastiche of Cuban, Dominican, Trinidadian, and African cultures. Jesus' family is Italian, and in the grand European tradition, opera and classical music also informed his early years.He arrived in the U.S. to further his studies in musical academia but was soon performing in cavernous arenas to enormous audiences with Yo-Yo Ma, the Moody Blues, Jimmy Page & Robert Plant, and Whitney Houston. This high-profile exposure fueled the fire to ignite his own solo career.Heading North is notable for the contributions of the musicians, producers, engineers, and programmers who join Jesus. "It was important to me that project was different from the get-go," he relates. "I wanted to communicate on a higher level." Heading North features a superlative ensemble.Jesus composes in an unconventional miracle of pure inspiration, building songs from a rhythmic and harmonic base -- chords and a drumbeat -- then improvising on top of them. "I may clean it up, but I assure you, on every track what you hear is exactly what came through my head at that moment. To write fresh music I have to recall exactly how I felt about the tune the first time I heard it," he reveals.Across this vivid spectrum of music, the unmistakable timbre of Jesus' violin remains an indelible voice connecting the songs that comprise Heading North. From the sophisticated veneer of the title track to the incendiary Latin grooves of "Mi Negra," the prog-rock influenced "Con Todo," the electro-Santeria vibe of "Gitano" to the funk-informed "Olividado," Jesus bends rhythmic and melodic structures to his will. "Every song is a story without words," he relates. "If I can tell it to the audience when they listen to my record, then I've succeeded." With his violin as a compass, Jesus Florido heads toward a limitless musical horizon with a stunning debut, Heading North."

The violin has a storied place in so much of European classical music. But sometime in the 17th century, it began to intrigue maestros from a very different and ancient music tradition. Fred de Sam Lazaro has the story of one American violinist who sought to explore what’s become known as the Carnatic violin. It's for our arts and cultures series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

As Trump-phobia stokes concert homophobia across the U.S. during Pride season, RuPaul's Drag Race favorite Thorgy Thor weaves classical music into her unique performance style (interviewed by Brian DeShazor). And in NewsWrap: a lesbian couple in Italy can both be legally recognized as the mothers of a child they conceived via in vitro fertilization thanks to a historic Constitutional Court ruling, Moscow's Tagansky District Court levys heavy fines on tech giant Apple for violating laws banning the “promotion” of “non-traditional sexual relations,” a federal judge tries to sidestep a U.S. Supreme Court decision that bans workplace bias based on sexual orientation or gender identity, Iowa's ban on the discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity in public schools up to the sixth grade can only be applied to mandatory classroom education, U.S. President Donald Trump's “big, beautiful bill” will take gender-affirming healthcare from thousands of transgender people, a new monument to honor the queer victims of the Holocaust in the Paris public gardens near Bastille Plaza, a 55-by-35-foot transgender pride flag was unfurled on the famed El Capitan site in California's Yosemite National Park, and more international LGBTQ+ news reported this week by David Hunt and Nathalie Munoz (produced by Brian DeShazor). All this on the May 26, 2025 edition of This Way Out! Join our family of listener-donors today at http://thiswayout.org/donate/

On June 9th, violinist Jenny Oaks Baker and her accomplished children, musical group Family Four, will present a new show called American Mosaic: Celebrating God, Country, and Culture" that commemorates the country's beauty and diversity through music, dance, and narration at the Sandy Amphitheater. In this episode of Utah Weekly Forum, the Grammy nominated musician Jenny Oaks Baker joins FM100.3 Host Rebecca Cressman to explain how the show narrated by actor Ben Lomu with music composed by Kurt Bestor will showcase voices, dances, and traditions that shaped the American experience to uplift and unite families and communities. Tickets are available at JennyOaksBaker.com - use code USA15 to save 15% off.

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on: June 22, 2022. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast, where we dive deep and come out stronger. Today, I'm thrilled to bring you an episode with the incredible Dr. Maya Shankar! Have you ever felt like your whole identity is wrapped up in a label, a job, or a way you define yourself? You're not alone. Dr. Maya Shankar, renowned behavioral and cognitive scientist, joins us to unpack the layers of identity and change, and why those little silver linings can sometimes be life's greatest gifts. Confused about facing change or grieving parts of your life? Dr. Maya is here to drop some wisdom on how we can navigate these waters. So, grab that notebook and pen, because Dr. Maya Shankar is about to teach us how to navigate change, reevaluate our identities, and find strength in unexpected places. It's all about growth, transformation, and redefining who we want to be. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Violinist's Journey with Itzhak Perlman 04:10 Pursuing Change and Identity Transformation 07:49 Passion for Connection Through Music 12:11 Evolving Preferences and Unexpected Change 14:58 Scott's Journey: Health to Cancer 19:43 Grieving Independence Loss 23:20 Redefining Motherhood and Roles 23:58 Redefining Nurture Without Motherhood 30:27 "Finding Joy Amid Challenges" 34:00 Practicing Gratitude Through Pain 35:39 Embracing Positivity Amid Change 39:44 Questioning "Things Happen for a Reason" 44:33 Compassion Found Through Captivity 45:39 Navigating Change Journeys Together FOLLOW DR. MAYA SHANKAR: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmayashankar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SlightChangePod Guys, make sure you check out Dr. Maya's podcast "A Slight Change of Plans," available anywhere you get your podcasts, and follow her insightful journey as she offers a powerful lens on navigating change. Keep diving deep and being the hero of your own life, and until next time, peace out! ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:  apple.co/womenofimpact ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LADIES AND GERMS - do you know how to access the dark web?? NEITHER DO WE!!!! Please text us detailed instructions to access the dark web and a front and back photo of your credit card.  We've got a RETURN TO FORM in this episode--aka gag stories up the wazoo! A wedding proposal in Central Park gone wrong! A commute with the undead! A private gig for a tech overlord! Buckle up, get your notebooks out, class is in session at Gag University.  This episode is sponsored by hangnail and used kleenex.  CHECK OUT THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/yJAGx8vYsS8   

In this episode, we will bring you two previously-run interviews with the director of the East Slovak Gallery in Košice Dorota Kenderová and Miroslav Kleban, the curator of Rudolf Dzurko's exhibition titled Only with Me Can You Hear the Grass Grow. We will also revisit the interview with Barbora Botošová, a Romani violinist coming from Slovakia, about her newest record Roshambo and her views on the Slovak music scene.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Harmonies of Barcelona: A Violinist and the Art of Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-05-06-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La Rambla a Barcelona bategava amb vida.En: La Rambla in Barcelona throbbed with life.Ca: Els colors dels quioscos, l'olor de flors fresques i el so de les rialles omplien l'aire primaveral.En: The colors of the kiosks, the scent of fresh flowers, and the sound of laughter filled the spring air.Ca: Enmig d'aquesta energia vibrant, la música d'Oriol ressonava suau d'entre la multitud.En: Amidst this vibrant energy, Oriol's music resonated softly through the crowd.Ca: El seu violí cantava melodies que feien que la gent s'aturés un moment a escoltar.En: His violin sang melodies that made people pause for a moment to listen.Ca: Jordina passava freqüentment per La Rambla.En: Jordina frequently passed along La Rambla.Ca: Treballava a la galeria d'art propera i cada dia somniava amb un món ple d'aventures i sensacions noves.En: She worked at the nearby art gallery and every day dreamed of a world full of adventures and new sensations.Ca: Un dia, la seva rutina es va trencar quan va sentir la música d'Oriol.En: One day, her routine was broken when she heard Oriol's music.Ca: Es va aturar, fascinada, i es va perdre en les notes que dansaven en l'aire.En: She stopped, fascinated, and lost herself in the notes that danced in the air.Ca: Oriol era un músic de carrer esforçat, esquivant el dubte constantment.En: Oriol was a dedicated street musician, constantly dodging doubt.Ca: Desitjava que la seva música arribés a més persones.En: He wished for his music to reach more people.Ca: Veient Jordina escoltar-lo amb tanta atenció, alguna cosa dins seu va canviar.En: Seeing Jordina listen with such attention, something inside him changed.Ca: Aquesta connexió, tan simple i poderosa, el va animar a superar la seva timidesa.En: This connection, so simple and powerful, encouraged him to overcome his shyness.Ca: Cada dia, Jordina feia d'aquell racó el seu destí, escoltant atentament l'art d'Oriol.En: Every day, Jordina made that corner her destination, listening attentively to Oriol's art.Ca: I cada cop més, Oriol esperava la seva presència amb il·lusió.En: And more and more, Oriol eagerly awaited her presence.Ca: Un dia va decidir trencar la barrera i li va parlar.En: One day he decided to break the barrier and spoke to her.Ca: La conversa va començar amb temes trivials, però aviat van compartir esperances i somnis.En: The conversation began with trivial topics, but soon they shared hopes and dreams.Ca: La confiança va créixer i Oriol va rebre una gran notícia: una audició per a un festival de música local.En: The trust grew and Oriol received great news: an audition for a local music festival.Ca: Tot i la il·lusió, el nerviosisme el va aclaparar la nit abans de la prova.En: Despite the excitement, nervousness overwhelmed him the night before the test.Ca: Jordina, sempre atenta, va estar al seu costat.En: Jordina, always attentive, was by his side.Ca: Li vaig recordar el poder de la seva música i com feia sentir al món quan tocava.En: She reminded him of the power of his music and how it made the world feel when he played.Ca: L'endemà al festival, Oriol va tocar com mai.En: The next day at the festival, Oriol played like never before.Ca: La seva música va captivar tothom i va aconseguir el reconeixement que tant desitjava.En: His music captivated everyone and he achieved the recognition he so desired.Ca: Jordina, emocionada, va trobar la inspiració que buscava.En: Jordina, emotional, found the inspiration she was seeking.Ca: Decidida, va concebre una exposició dedicada als artistes i músics de carrer, connectant la seva passió amb el món.En: Determined, she conceived an exhibition dedicated to street artists and musicians, connecting her passion with the world.Ca: Jordina havia trobat un nou camí, ple de creativitat i espontaneïtat.En: Jordina had found a new path, full of creativity and spontaneity.Ca: Oriol va guanyar confiança i va començar a veure un futur més enllà dels concerts a La Rambla.En: Oriol gained confidence and began to see a future beyond concerts on La Rambla.Ca: Junts, van crear una relació i un projecte que connectava els cors de Barcelona.En: Together, they created a relationship and a project that connected the hearts of Barcelona.Ca: I així, entre cançons i somnis, els dos van trobar la seva felicitat en mig del bullici de La Rambla, demostrant que les connexions inesperades tenen el poder de canviar vides.En: And so, between songs and dreams, the two found their happiness amidst the hustle and bustle of La Rambla, proving that unexpected connections have the power to change lives. Vocabulary Words:to throb: bategarthe scent: l'olorto resonate: ressonarthe crowd: la multitudthe melody: la melodiato pause: aturar-sefrequently: freqüentmentthe adventure: l'aventurato fascinate: fascinardedicated: esforçatto dodge: esquivarthe doubt: el dubteto overcome: superarthe shyness: la timidesathe corner: el racóto eagerly await: esperar amb il·lusióthe barrier: la barrerato grow: créixerthe audition: l'audicióto overwhelm: aclpararnervousness: el nerviosismeto remind: recordarto captivate: captivarthe recognition: el reconeixementemotional: emocionadato conceive: concebrethe spontaneity: l'espontaneïtatto prove: demostrarunexpected: inesperadesthe hustle and bustle: el bullici

Alisa Rose is a multi-style violinist and fiddler, composer and educator, and in this episode we're shining a light on her wonderful new album with mandolinist Tristan Scroggins, Speranza. You'll hear about how she found her way to such an interesting and diverse career from learning Old-Time music from retired farmers in Wisconsin as a child to classical training with the legendary Camilla Wicks at the San Francisco Conservatory, where she's come full circle as a teacher. Alisa shared wonderful insights into teaching music, including body awareness and using creativity prompts in her improvisation classes. She shared powerful experiences from her tour in Eastern Europe as an Ambassador of the State Department, and advice about the benefits of organizing house concerts. Like all my episodes, you can watch this on my YouTube channel or listen to the podcast on many podcast platforms, and I've also linked the transcript to my website . Speranza album Buy me a coffee? Thanks! Podcast Merch Alisa Rose WebsitePercussion Caprice video Podcast Newsletter Other episodes you'll like: Brittany HaasSara Caswell Joe K. Walsh Guy Donis Gina Burgess Tracy SilvermanTimestamps(00:00) Intro(02:02) duo with mandolinist Tristran Scroggins(06:29) baritone violin, composing Reaper(09:41) clip from Reaper(10:50) writing Space Samba, with clip(13:22) childhood Suzuki and Old Time(17:33) Camilla Wicks(20:19)Fiddle and Pizzicato Caprices(22:02) live performance of Alisa's Percussion Caprice(25:49) other episodes you'll like and how to support this series(26:44) reducing tension, teaching improv(32:37) writing Klezmer-style Lasso the Squirrel with clip(34:27) different styles, Bettina Mussumeli(35:37) Real Vocal string quartet, Eastern European tour(43:09) Grammy nomination, other collaborations(44:47) balancing parenting and performing, house concert opportunities(46:40) clip of Pandemic Buddy(47:41)set lists, parenthood, composing her violin concerto

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Michelle Ross is a celebrated Mizrahi-American classical violinist and composer. She's a protege of Itzhak Perlman. Her compositions have premiered at the Lucerne Festival and at Tanglewood, and her compositions have been recorded by some of the world's best chamber musicians. She's a prolific improviser too. She's featured on Jon Batiste's Grammy winning album. And she's performed as a guest concertmaster with a wide range of ensembles.My featured song is “Easier Said” from the album Miles Behind. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.—----------------------------------------Connect with Michelle:www.michellerossviolin.com—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“MOON SHOT” is Robert's latest single, reflecting his Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

What happens when one of the world's greatest violinists plays a million-dollar instrument… in a subway station? Will anyone stop to listen? In this episode, we dive into a powerful real-life experiment that challenges how we see art, talent, and everyday beauty. You'll hear the story of Joshua Bell's anonymous subway performance, the unexpected art stunt pulled by Banksy in Central Park, and even a surprise appearance by Ed Sheeran in disguise. Through these stories, we'll explore the importance of context, the influence of perception, and ask—how many amazing things are we missing just because we're in a rush? Plus, you'll learn useful vocabulary, expressions, and get some great conversation starters for your next English class or dinner chat.