The Cello Sherpa Podcast
Do you dream of someday getting to perform at Carnegie Hall, or wonder what it takes to be a professional musician? The Cello Sherpa Podcast is for anyone who enjoys the tales and scales in the life of a classical musician, or for the young classical musician who dreams big! We explore all aspects of the climb to the summit from student to the professional stage! Joel Dallow, the Cello Sherpa, interviews experts in the field covering a wide range of topics surrounding this challenging career choice, and sharing inside stories and advice on every aspect of this storied profession. A resource for many, or a place to tune in for interesting stories about this fascinating way of making a living. For comments, topic suggestions, or more information about the services we provide, please visit www.theCelloSherpa.com You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Bluesky @theCelloSherpa
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 122
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
"Life After the Iron Curtain" - An Interview with Dariusz Skoraczewski, Principal Cellist of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews cellist Dariusz Skoraczewski, principal cellist of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. They talk about his experience growing up behind the Iron C…
"The Tackiest Subject of All: Rosin - Part 2" - An Interview with Cellists Dariusz Skoraczewski, Peter Garrett, Luthier Cameron Robertson, and Attorney Amy McDougal
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, brings on guest Host Amy McDougal to interview cellists Dariusz Skoraczewski, Peter Garrett, and Joel Dallow. Cameron Robertson, who is a Luthier, and als…
"The Tackiest Subject of All: Rosin - Part 1" - An Interview with Cellists Dariusz Skoraczewski, Peter Garrett, Luthier Cameron Robertson, and Attorney Amy McDougal
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, brings on guest Host Amy McDougal to interview cellists Dariusz Skoraczewski, Peter Garrett, and Joel Dallow. Cameron Robertson, who is a Luthier, and als…
"The Precocious Trailblazer" - An Interview with Bion Tsang, Professor of Cello at the University of Texas at Austin, Butler School of Music
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews cellist Bion Tsang, who is Professor of Cello at the University of Texas at Austin, Butler School of Music. They talk about what it was like to …
"The Shaping of Legends" - An Interview with Wendy Warner, Assistant Professor of Cello at Columbus State University's Schwob School of Music
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews cellist Wendy Warner who is the Assistant Professor of Cello at Columbus State University’s Schwob School of Music. They talk about what it was …
"Breaking Records" - An Interview with Cellist Zlatomir Fung, Winner of the 2019 International Tchaikovsky Competition
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews cellist Zlatomir Fung, winner of the 2019 International Tchaikovsky Competition. They talk about his experience preparing for the biggest stage …
"Engineering Your Cello: A Bridge for the Future - Part 2" - An Interview with Cellist John Haines-Eitzen, Cornell University Senior Lecturer and Artist-in-Residence
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews cellist John Haines-Eitzen, Cornell University Senior Lecturer and Artist-in-Residence. They talk about his journey from rural Pennsylvania to …
"Engineering Your Cello: A Bridge for the Future - Part 1" - An Interview with Cellist John Haines-Eitzen, Cornell University Senior Lecturer and Artist-in-Residence
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews cellist John Haines-Eitzen, Cornell University Senior Lecturer and Artist-in-Residence. They talk about his journey from rural Pennsylvania to …
"In Perfect Harmony" - An Interview with Cellist Ofra Harnoy, and Trumpeter Mike Herriott
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Cellist Ofra Harnoy, and Trumpeter Mike Herriott. They talk about their vast experience performing all over the world and offer advice on how th…
"A Hand Well Played" - An Interview with Brannon Cho, Prizewinning Cello Soloist and Chamber Musician
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Brannon Cho, cellist, who is the first prize winner of the prestigious 6th International Paolo Competition and is also a top prize winner of the…
"View from the Summit" - An Interview with Carter Brey, Principal Cellist of the New York Philharmonic
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Carter Brey, Principal Cellist of the New York Philharmonic. Carter shares his experience leading a life as both a highly sought after soloist, …
"The Art of Listening" - An Interview with Anthony Arnone, Associate Professor of Cello at the University of Iowa School of Music
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Anthony Arnone, Associate Professor of Cello at the University of Iowa School of Music. They talk about his book “The Art of Listening” where he…
"A Blueprint for Teaching" - An Interview with Mary Beth Bryant, Atlanta Based Cellist, Teacher and Clinician
Welcome to episode #50!
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Mary Beth Bryant, Atlanta based cellist, teacher and clinician. Mary Beth speaks about her experience teaching students …
"Song of Survival - Part 2" - An Interview with Janet Horvath, Author and Former Associate Principal Cellist of the Minnesota Orchestra
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Janet Horvath,
former Associate Principal Cellist of the Minnesota Orchestra and Author of "Playing Less Hurt." We talk about her struggle with …
"Song of Survival - Part 1" - An Interview with Janet Horvath, Author and Former Associate Principal Cellist of the Minnesota Orchestra
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Janet Horvath,
former Associate Principal Cellist of the Minnesota Orchestra and Author of "Playing Less Hurt." We talk about her struggle with …
ENCORE: Yo-Yo Ma: "The Duty to Care"
In case you missed this episode last season, this is a rebroadcast!
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Yo-Yo Ma. Yo-Yo offers advice to young musicians, shares his views on the rol…
"The Modern Cellist: Mastering a Freelance Career" - An Interview with Wick Simmons, NYC Based Freelance Cellist.
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Wick Simmons, a freelance cellist living in the NYC area. Wick speaks about his experience touring for nearly a year with the Tony award winning…
"State of the Union" - An Interview with Kevin Case, Founder and Principal of Case Arts Law
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Kevin Case, Founder and Principal of Case Arts Law who represents musicians and artists in labor and employment matters. Kevin gives us an upda…
"A Short Update" - Joel Dallow, Producer and Host of The Cello Sherpa Podcast
Joel Dallow, Producer and Host of The Cello Sherpa Podcast, gives a short status update.
"Protecting the Most Important Part of Your Instrument, Your Body" - An Interview with Janet Horvath, Cellist and Author of "Playing Less Hurt"
The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Janet Horvath, Cellist and Author of "Playing Less Hurt." We talk about her career as Associate Principal cellist of the Minnesota Orchestra fr…