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
Composing with Humanity: Nimrod Borenstein, Internationally Acclaimed Composer & Conductor
In this episode of The Piano Pod, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nimrod Borenstein—acclaimed composer and conductor—about his remarkable journey in music. From his early days as a violinist to b…
Official Trailer âś… for Season 5 Episode 13, "Composing with Humanity"
Here is the trailer of our upcoming episode feat. Nimrod Borenstein. In this episode of The Piano Pod, I had the pleasure of speaking with Nimrod Borenstein—acclaimed composer and conductor—about his…
Blurred Boundaries - Classical Meets Jazz: Ophelia Gordon, Concert Pianist & Recording Artist
đź“Ł This Episode is Brought to You by the New York Piano Group. Find Your Piano Community with the New York Piano Group! đź”— Learn more
🎶 Can a composer truly belong to both the jazz and classical world…
Official Trailer âś…: "Blurred Boundaries: Classical Meets Jazz" feat. Ophelia Gordon
I had an incredible conversation with Ophelia Gordon —concert pianist, recording artist, and one of the world’s leading interpreters of Nikolai Kapustin’s music—for Season 5, Episode 12!
Ophelia’s ar…
How I Conduct Meaningful Engaging Interviews
🎤 Want to become an excellent interviewer? Here’s how I do it!
After conducting countless interviews with world-class musicians, educators, and industry leaders, I’ve developed a system that makes my …
Practising the Piano: Graham Fitch, World's Leading Piano Pedagogue & Icon of Piano Magazine
đź“Ł This Episode is Brought to You by the New York Piano Group. Find Your Piano Community with the New York Piano Group! đź”— Learn more
🎹 How can neuroscience and a student-centered approach reshape our p…
Official Trailer ✅: Season 5 Episode 11 "Practising the Piano – Neuroscience, Technique, Musicality, and Performance Mastery for Pianists" feat. Graham Fitch - Pianist, Pedagogue, Writer & Broadcaster
🔥 Get Ready! Season 5 Episode 11 Trailer Just Dropped!
🎹 What does it truly mean to practice the piano with intention and mastery? 🧠🎶
Is it about repetition, discipline, or something deeper—an approa…
Moving Classics TV: Anna Heller - Leading Figure of Contemporary Piano Music
📣 This Episode is Brought to You by the Foundation for Bolivian Artists. 👉"Celebrate Culture, Discover Hidden Classical Gems, and Explore Bolivia's Talents!" https://bolivianartistfoundation.org/
In t…
Official Trail âś…: Season 5 Episode 10 "Moving Classics TV: Redefining Contemporary Piano Music and Connecting Global Audiences Through Innovation"
🎥 Enjoy the Trailer for Our Upcoming Episode feat. Anna Heller!
🎹✨ What does it take to redefine classical music for a modern audience?
🌍 In our latest episode, “Moving Classics TV: Redefining Contempo…
Redefining Classical Music: Clare Longendyke - Concert Pianist & Recording Artist
📣 This Episode is Brought to You by the Foundation for Bolivian Artists. 👉"Celebrate Culture, Discover Hidden Classical Gems, and Explore Bolivia's Talents!"
Kick off the new year with an exhilaratin…
Official Trailer ✅: Season 5 Episode 9 “Redefining Classical Music: Innovation, Breaking Barriers, and Forging Own Path,” feat. Clare Longendyke
🎹 HERE IS THE TRAILER FOR OUR INAUGURAL 2025 EPISODE: The Trailblazer and Extraordinaria, Clare Longendyke, Concert Pianist & Recording Artist
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Season 5, Episode 9 of The Piano Pod, “Redefining Cla…
Seaon 5: Bonus Episode feat. José Navarro-Silberstein, A Winner of Kantuta Opus 2
We’re kicking off 2025 with a special bonus episode of The Piano Pod! In this episode, we feature the extraordinary José Navarro-Silberstein concert pianist and winner of the Kantuta Op. 2 Scholarshi…
Official Trailer ✅: Season 5 Bonus Episode feat. José Navarro-Silberstein, A Winner of Kantuta Opus 2
We’re kicking off 2025 with a special bonus episode of The Piano Pod—coming your way on Tuesday, January 7!
🎉This episode features the extraordinary José Navarro-Silberstein, concert pianist and the K…
The Piano Pod is Now on Substack!
🎉 The Piano Pod is Now on Substack! 🎉
Welcome to The Piano Pod! I’m Yukimi, a classical pianist, educator, and the Executive Producer of this global hub for innovation, education, and connection in cl…
Virtuoso Reimagined: A Journey of Reinvention, From IT Executive to Steinway Artist with Holistic Vision - Sophia Agranovich
📣 This Episode is Brought to You by The Compass Concerts! "Start with Mindfulness, Perform with Heart: Discover The Compass Concerts' Unique Musical Experience!" 👉 https://thecompassconcerts.com.
Mult…
Official Trailer âś…: "Virtuoso Reimagined" feat. Sophia Agranovich, Multi-Award-Winning Virtuoso and Steinway Artist
🎥 Watch the Trailer for Our Final 2024 Episode feat. Sophia Agranovich!
Join us for the last episode of The Piano Pod in 2024, featuring the extraordinary Sophia Agranovich, proudly sponsored by The…
Crafting Creative Paths: Exploring Brazilian Rhythms, Creative Coaching, and the Art of Self-Compassion, feat. Rebecca Hass
đź“Ł This Episode is Brought to You by The Compass Concerts! "Start with Mindfulness, Perform with Heart: Discover The Compass Concerts' Unique Musical Experience!"
This episode, “Crafting Creative Path…
Official Trailer âś…: Season 5 Episode 7, "Crafting Creative Paths - Exploring Brazilian Rhythms, Creative Coaching, and the Art of Self-Compassion" feat. Rebecca Hass, Composer & Pianists
🎥 Here’s the Trailer for Season 5 Episode 7 feat. - Rebecca Hass: Pianist, Composer, Creative Coach, and Musicians’ Mental Health Advocate!
The Piano Pod’s upcoming episode, “Crafting Creative Paths…
Healing, Heritage, & Musical Transformation: Yamaha Artist, Dr. Artina McCain
📣 This Episode is Brought to You by The Art Song Preservation Society of New York (ASPSNY)! "Immerse Yourself in a World of Art Song at the Summer of Song Festival 2025!" 🎶 Learn more about ASPSNY’s …
Official Trailer âś…: Season 5 Episode 6: "Healing, Heritage, & Musical Transformation" -.Yamaha Artist, Dr. Artina McCain
🎥Check out the Trailer for Our Upcoming Episode: Season 5 Episode 6 feat. Dr. Artina McCain!
In this special episode of The Piano Pod, “Healing, Heritage, and Musical Transformation: Exploring Artin…