The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano music
...where tradition meets innovation. Together, we bring PIANO into the FUTURE.
a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano music
Hey, 🎹 enthusiasts out there! My name is Yukimi, a classical pianist and educator from NYC and executive producer of The Piano Pod. The Piano Pod🎙 is a one-of-a-kind podcast that delves deep into the fascinating world of classical music, with a specific focus on the 🎹 piano. In a biweekly format, the show explores intriguing discussions with guests breaking exciting new ground in the classical music industry. The Piano Pod aims to nurture a thriving community that embraces innovative approaches to ensure classical music's relevance and vitality in today's dynamic landscape.
"How can I present the beautiful tradition of classical music to the 21st-century audience in a fun, contemporary, and engaging way?"
When I started building a piano studio in the trendy neighborhood of Downtown Manhattan in 2007 while in the NYU graduate program in piano studies, I began to ponder this question. I realized the stark difference in expectations toward classical music and music education between music professionals and the general public. Then, one of the NYU music department's professors suggested I start a podcast: the platform would allow classical musicians to address this disparity and spark conversations about audience engagement.
Finally, fast forward to 10+ years later, The Piano Pod was born in the summer of 2020. Since then, I have had the privilege of interviewing A-listers in the classical music industry: international concert pianists, composers, arrangers, digital streamers/influencers, music educators, entrepreneurs, neurodiverse specialists, and performance psychologists.
Through fascinating conversations, we have explored how classical music should continue to evolve to remain relevant to our lifestyle, society, and culture. Over the past three seasons, The Piano Pod has achieved remarkable success by reaching faithful listeners on audio platforms and viewers via YouTube.
As the show is celebrating the past season's achievements and gearing toward the new season in the fall, my mission as the Executive Producer is crystal clear: to provide a platform for classical musicians and educators to reflect and discuss ways to keep our industry robust and meaningful in this ever-changing world and move it forward in the post-pandemic era.
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- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 41 minutes
- Episodes
- 189
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Music Transforms -- Chad Lawson on creativity, healing, and human connection
🎹✨ Can music heal, comfort, and truly transform lives?
In this special Season 6 premiere of The Piano Pod, I sit down with Billboard-charting pianist and composer Chad Lawson — also the first musician…
Official Trailer âś…: "Music Transforms" Chad Lawson on creativity, healing, and human connection
🎹✨ Can music heal, comfort, and truly transform lives? In this special
Season 6 premiere of The Piano Pod, I sit down with Billboard-charting pianist and composer Chad Lawson — also the first musicia…
Welcome to Season 6! Creativity & Connection
✨ Season 6 of The Piano Pod is here! ✨
This year, it’s all about Creativity and Connection — the messy, vulnerable, transformative stories behind the music.
🎹 We kick things off with an inspiring li…
Intro to "Let's Podcast - Launch Your Pod with Purpose"
Thinking about starting a podcast—but feeling overwhelmed by where to begin? I created a mini-course for artists, educators, and independent creatives who want to build a podcast that feels authentic…
The Fullness of Being: Dr. Maria Thompson Corley on Art, Inclusion & Creative Legacy
This episode is brought to you by Juneteenth LP — celebrating Black artistry and legacy in classical music. 🎉 Get Your Ticket: https://publictheater.org/performances-jp/2025/j/juneteenth-lp/
🎹 What do…
Official Trailer âś…: Season 5 Finale "The Fullness of Being" Maria Thompson Corley on Art, Inclusion & Creative Legacy
🎬 Enjoy the official trailer for The Piano Pod’s Season 5 Finale!
Episode Title: The Fullness of Being – A Grand Finale with Maria Thompson Corley on Art, Inclusion & Creative Legacy“
As we wrap up…
Season 5 Bonus Episode: "Celebrating Juneteenth LP's 10th Anniversary" feat. Dr. Nnenna Ogwo
🎉 Bonus Episode – Celebrating Juneteenth with Dr. Nnenna Ogwo 🎉
To close out Season 5 of The Piano Pod—our season of Authenticity and Joy—we are sharing a special bonus episode in celebration of Junet…
100 Works, One Mission: Leah Claiborne - Yamaha Artist & Scholar
This episode is brought to you by ‪Juneteenth LP — Celebrating Black artistry and legacy in classical music.
🎧 What if every child could see themselves in the music they study? In this robust conve…
Official Trailer âś…: Season 5 Episode 19 "100 Works, One Mission," feat. Dr. Leah Claiborne - Yamaha Artist & Scholar
🎬 Here is the trailer for our next episode of The Piano Pod —featuring pianist, educator, and visionary Dr. Leah Claiborne!
In this powerful Juneteenth month episode, Dr. Claiborne shares how we can c…
Bach Reimagined: Eleonor Bindman - Pianist, Arranger, & Recording Artist
In this inspiring episode of The Piano Pod, "Bach Reimagined - Artistic Innovation of Timeless Music for All Audiences," Eleonor Bindman - pianist, arranger, and recording artist - joins us for an in…
Official Trailer âś…: "Bach Reimagined - Artistic Innovation of Timeless Music for ALL Audiences" feat. Eleonor Bindman
“It became vital to me to focus on a new way of looking at Bach’s music…” — Eleonor Bindman
Here is the trailer for the upcoming episode of The Piano Pod 🎙, titled Bach Reimagined: Artistic Innovation…
The Piano Pod is officially a Top 3 Finalist for Best Video Podcast in the 2025 Quill Podcast Awards!
🎉 The Piano Pod is officially a Top 3 Finalist for Best Video Podcast in the 2025 Quill Podcast Awards! 🎉
Out of thousands of shows across all genres, our little piano podcast has made it to the top—a…
Vote for The Piano Pod - the Best Video Podcast Category for the Quill Podcast Awards!
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Hi friends! The Piano Pod has been named a semi-finalist for Best Video Podcast in the 2025 Quill Podcast Awards!
Today is the last day to vote and help bring class…
Inside the World of GĂłrecki: Jarred Dunn & Anna Gorecka, Two Pianos, One Vision
What does it mean to carry a musical legacy forward—not through imitation, but through living artistry? In this powerful and intimate episode of The Piano Pod,
I sit down with pianist-scholar Jarred …
Official Trailer âś…: Season 5 Episode 17 - Inside the World of GĂłrecki
🎬 Here’s the trailer for tonight’s episode: Season 5, Episode 17 – Inside the World of Górecki: A Conversation with Jarred Dunn & Anna Górecka
✨ In this rare and intimate conversation, we explore th…
Neuroscience in Music Practice: Dr. Molly Gebrian - Violist, Neuroscience Researcher, & Author
“How many hours did you practice today?” If that question still defines your worth as a musician, this episode might just change your life.
In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Molly Gebrian—violist,…
Official Trailer ✅: Season 5, Episode 16 “Unlocking the Brain: Neuroscience in Music Practice,” featuring Dr. Molly Gebrian – Violist, Neuroscience Researcher, and Author
🎬Here is the trailer for our upcoming episode: Season 5, Episode 16 “Unlocking the Brain: Neuroscience in Music Practice,” featuring Dr. Molly Gebrian – Violist, Neuroscience Researcher, and Author
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Reimagining Raga and Jazz: Charu Suri - Pianist, Composer, & Jazz-Raga Pioneer
🎶 In this episode of The Piano Pod, "Reimagining Raga and Jazz - Blending Indian Ragas, Jazz, and Classical Music," I sat down with Charu Suri—award-winning pianist, composer, and trailblazer—who is …
Mastering Musical Heritage: Jose Ramos Santana, Steinway Artist & Spanish/Latin American Music Expert
In this episode of The Piano Pod, Mastering Musical Heritage—Exploring Spanish Piano Traditions and Embracing Puerto Rican Identity, I had the privilege of speaking with José Ramos Santana, a Steinwa…
Official Trailer âś…: Season 5 Episode 14 "Mastering Musical Heritage" feat. Jose Ramos Santana
Enjoy the Trailer of The Piano Pod’s Upcoming Episode feat. Jose Ramos Santana!
Finally! After a one-episode (2-week) delay due to technical issues, The Piano Pod is back with a powerful conversatio…