Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast
Sticky Notes is a classical music podcast for everyone, whether you are just getting interested in classical music for the first time, or if you've been listening to it and loving it all your life. Interviews with great artists, in depth looks at pieces in the repertoire, and both basic and deep dives into every era of music. Classical music is absolutely for everyone, so let's start listening! Note - Seasons 1-5 will be returning over the next year. They have been taken down in order to be re-recorded in improved sound quality!
Latest episodes
May 23, 2017 • 1h 4min
10 things to change about classical concerts
Join your host, conductor Joshua Weilerstein, as he welcomes Aram Demirjian, the Music Director of the Knoxville Symphony, and Matt Szymanski, the Founder and Music Director of Phoenix, to discuss an article that roiled the classical music scene just a few years ago: Baldur Bronnimann's "10 things to change about classical concerts." The article caused a firestorm of criticism and comment when it was released, and we're here to discuss, mull over, turn inside out, and evaluate each idea, from whether the audience should be allowed to clap between movements, to whether you should be allowed to Tweet during performances. This was a fascinating discussion and I hope you enjoy it! Please consider going to Baldur's site to follow along as we discuss each idea: http://www.baldur.info/blog/10-things-that-we-should-change-in-classical-concerts/
May 9, 2017 • 57min
A Conversation w/ Itzhak Perlman (w/special guest Toby Perlman!)
Renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman discusses teaching, playing, conducting, keeping things fresh, vibrato, style, taste, and childhood. Toby Perlman talks about the Perlman Music Program and creating a supportive environment for musicians. They also explore the challenges of distinguishing musicians, keeping the spark alive while playing repetitive repertoire, and the therapeutic power of music.
Mar 14, 2017 • 41min
An Interview with Donald Weilerstein and Vivian Hornik Weilerstein
Join conductor Joshua Weilerstein and his parents(!), the esteemed performers and teachers, Donald and Vivian Weilerstein, as they discuss how they met, their first time playing music together, teaching philosophies, parenting philosophies, and much much more!
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Mar 14, 2017 • 51min
Shostakovich Symphony No. 10
Join conductor Joshua Weilerstein as he takes a deep dive into Shostakovich's monumental 10th symphony. We'll analyze the music, the history behind the music, and much more, all in an easily digestible and accessible way. This podcast is for beginners all the way to experts.
