Inside the Notes

Christina Smith, principal flute of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, shares incredible stories of her career in music. We discuss studying with Julius Baker, her vintage flutes, life in the Atlanta Sy…

In this episode, Grace Browning, principal harp of the Rochester Philharmonic, shares stories about her life as a harpist.  We discuss audition preparation, the history of harp pedagogy, the innovati…

In this episode, we are chatting with Weston Sprott, trombone with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, and Dean of the Preparatory Division of the Juilliard School. We chat about the unique journey tha…

In this episode we are chatting with assistant professor of oboe at the Butler School of Music, Dr. Andrew Parker. He tells us stories of his journey as a young musician, choosing between piano and o…

In this episode, conductor Daniel Hege, discusses the defining moments in his career.  From a last minute opportunity to conduct the Baltimore Symphony on tour, to studying with Daniel Lewis, his jou…

San Francisco Symphony Orchestra bassoonist, Rob Weir, chats with Inside the Notes about his career.  Touring Mahler symphonies with Michael Tilson Thomas, performing with the Saito Kinen Orchestra, …

Jennifer Montone, principal horn of the Philadelphia Orchestra, chats with us about life in a principal chair. She discusses mental preparation, recovering from injuries, balancing the many facets of…

Conductor Christoph-Mathias Mueller talks passionately about reviving the works of Alexander Veprik, working closely with Claudio Abbado and Vladimir Ashkenazy, and his many experiences conducting th…

Craig Mumm, associate principal viola of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, shares his favorite moments from his life in the opera pit.  From inspiring singers, to working with Carlos Kleiber, we hear…

In this episode, career coach Angela Beeching, discusses the importance of finding your true purpose in music.  As we grow our careers we must find a way to define exactly what our goals are, in orde…

Jason Haaheim, principal timpani of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, shares his journey from Nanotechnology to the Opera pit.  His deep understanding of Deliberate Practice changed the way he prepar…

Julie Landsman is a pioneer in the horn community. Her powerful tone, beautiful phrasing, and revolutionary pedagogy are just a few of her many strengths. In this episode we discuss her journey to th…

Gregory Harrington sat down with Inside the Notes to discuss his unique niche in the music world. From his new recording of the Philip Glass Violin Concerto No 2, to playing anthems in NFL stadiums, …

Pianist, Zoltán Fejérvári, winner of the 2017 Concours Musical International de Montréal, discusses nerves, programming, and the balance of work and life.

Violinist, Giora Schmidt is a dynamic performer and passionate educator.  In this episode, we discuss the important moments that solidified his commitment to music, his view on the magic of collabora…

Cello soloist and professor, Amit Peled, shares stories of his life in music.  From his early beginnings traveling to lessons, to the  unique scenario that brought him to Pablo Casals' cello, his jou…

Jessica Phillips, 2nd and Eb clarinetist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, speaks about her incredible journey to the MET.  We discuss the mental preparation for auditions, the rigorous schedule o…

Pianist Jon Kimura Parker shares some of his most memorable stories from the stage.  Beginning with his first recording with Andre Previn, to performances in the great concert halls, Mr. Parker expre…

American Mezzo soprano, Jamie Barton, is taking the world by storm.  Her powerful voice, engaging personality, and humble attitude, are just a few of the reasons why she is loved by all who hear her.…

Richard Stoltzman is a pioneer in the clarinet community as a soloist and chamber musician in both jazz and classical genres.  In this interview he tells incredible stories about Marlboro, Marcel Moy…