Inside the Notes

Legendary guitarist, Pepe Romero, sits down with Inside the Notes to talk about his life as a musician.  He tells us tales of studying with his father, his incredible experiences on and off the stage…

Pianist and conductor, Benjamin Hochman's career has already included many once in a lifetime experiences.  He sits down with Inside the Notes to discuss the teachers who helped him on his journey, t…

Kenneth Grant is principal clarinet of the Rochester Philharmonic and Professor of clarinet at the Eastman School of Music.  This episode includes countless stories about Marcellus, Hasty, Wright, an…

Kimberly Fisher is principal second violin of the Philadelphia Orchestra and artistic director of the Philadelphia International Music Festival and  Camp. In this episode, she talks to us about how s…

Inside the Notes sat down to chat with cellist, Colin Carr. We discuss his early life studying at the Menuhin school, his career as a soloist and chamber musician, and his seemingly endless energy as…

Richard Roberts is the concertmaster of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra and the Bellingham Festival of Music.  Inside the Notes sat down to talk about his life as a young musician, how auditions have…

Inside the Notes sits down with soloist, curator, and composer, Joshua Roman.  His beautiful playing and huge personality captivate audiences around the globe.  Enjoy stories of his beginning, life a…

Italian pianist, Roberto Plano's stories are captivating, just like his lyrical playing.  In this episode we discuss his journey as a young musician in Italy, winning the 2001 Cleveland International…

Violinist Edwin Huizinga's career has taken him all over the world, performing in nearly every genre.  Listen to the incredible stories of how his network of musicians has grown, his exciting new pro…

Tenor, Ernesto Ramirez, sits down with Inside the Notes to recount his amazing journey from conservatory trained clarinetist, to tenor.  

Hollywood studio legend, Sheridon Stokes, tells us about his 50+ year career as a studio flute player.  He has played on countless films and his stories remind us of how much the studio industry has …

Clive Greensmith is the cello and chamber music professor at the Colburn School in Los Angeles, CA.  He was also a member of the Tokyo String Quartet for 14 years.  In this interview you will enjoy s…

British pianist, Philip Edward Fisher, sat down with Inside the notes to discuss his journey as a solo pianist and chamber musician.  He tells stories about working with John Corigliano and Maxim Sho…

Joe Robinson, retired principal oboe of the New York Philharmonic, has been a leader in the woodwind community for over 30 years.  His engaging storytelling will captivate you as he recalls his early…

Inside the Notes visits with David Shifrin, on-site at Chamber Music NW.  David is a world class performer, teacher, and chamber music pioneer. In this episode we discuss his career, influential ment…

Berlin Philharmonic concertmaster, Noah Bendix-Balgley, joins us for a chat about life in Berlin, his journey to becoming a concertmaster, new projects, and thoughts on the role of musicians in today…

Michael Palmer, artistic director of the Bellingham Festival of Music, shares stories of his life and musical influence during his prolific career.  On the 25th anniversary of the festival, we look b…