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
Dances, Improvisations, & Songs: Mark Markham - Steinway Artist & Improvisor
đź“Ł 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!"
In this special episode of T…
Official Trailer ✅ for Season 5 Episode 5: "Dances, Improvisations, and Song: Exploring Mark Markham’s Legacy and Journey of Passion, Artistry, and Deep Collaborations," feat. Steinway Artist, Mark Markham.
Here is the official trailer of TPP Season 5 Episode 5, "Dances, Improvisations, and Song: Exploring Mark Markham’s Legacy and Journey of Passion, Artistry, and Deep Collaborations," feat. Mark Markh…
Important Announcement: New Episode Dates for Season 5
Hello, Piano Pod friends and listeners! Today is U.S. Election Day, and we’re making a small adjustment to our usual release schedule. Instead of our biweekly episode scheduled for today, we’re takin…
Kaleidoscope: Championing Women feat. Dr. Isabel PĂ©rez Dobarro - Concert Pianist, Advocate for Women Composer
This episode is brought to you by Dr. Jon Skidmore and the Musician’s Path to Peak Performance team —helping artists conquer performance anxiety for over 30 years and shine under the spotlight. Visit…
Official Trailer ✅ for Season 5 Episode 4: “Kaleidoscope: Championing Women” feat. Dr. Isabel Pérez Dobarro – International Concert Pianist, Advocate for Women Composers, and Champion of Global Sustainability 🎹
Enjoy The Piano Pod’s Official Trailer ✅ for Season 5 Episode 4: “Kaleidoscope: Championing Women” feat. Dr. Isabel Pérez Dobarro – International Concert Pianist, Advocate for Women Composers, and Ch…
Soler and Arsenyan's World: Dr. Hayk Arsenyan - Award-Winning Pianist, Composer, Educator, & Scholar
This episode is brought to you by Dr. Jon Skidmore and the Musician’s Path to Peak Performance team — helping artists conquer performance anxiety for over 30 years and shine under the spotlight. Visi…
Official Trailer âś… for Season 5 Episode 3 feat. Dr. Hayk Arsenyan - Award-Winning Pianist, Composer, Eductor, and Scholar
🎥Here is the trailer for Season 5 Episode 3, featuring Dr. Hayk Arsenyan, an Award-winning Pianist, Composer, Educator, and scholar!
In this exciting episode, “Soler and Arsenyan’s World,” we explore …
Between Keys & Creativity feat. Jed Distler - Composer, Steinway Artist, & Radio/Podcast Host
This episode is brought to you by Keys 2 Success, bringing classical music opportunities to Newark and its surrounding suburban communities Visit their website to learn more.
Curious about which episo…
Official Trailer for Season 5 Episode 2 "Between Keys & Creativity" feat. Jed Distler - Composer, Steinway Artist, Educator, & Host of a Renowned Radio Show, "Between the K
🎉 Enjoy the Trailer for Season 5 Episode 2 feat. Jed Distler!
The Piano Pod had an exhilarating conversation with Jed Distler—composer, Steinway Artist, educator, and host of the renowned radio show B…
Transcendent Musical Vision feat. Concert Pianist/Educator, Dr. Sara Davis Buechner
This episode is brought to you by Keys 2 Success, bringing classical music opportunities to Newark and its surrounding suburban communities Visit their website to learn more.
We’re kicking off the new…
Official Trailer for Season 5 Episode 1 "Transcendent Musical Vision" feat. Dr. Sara Davis Buechner
The Trailer for Season 5 Episode 1 of The Piano Pod 🎙 feat. Dr. Sara Davis Buechner is Here!
We’re kicking off The Piano Pod’s new season focused on Joy and Authenticity with an amazing guest—renowne…
Season 5 Introductory Episode!
🎉 Season 5 of The Piano Pod is here, and we're so excited to share it with you!
Check out this intro episode for a sneak peek into what’s in store this season. We’ve got an amazing lineup of guests a…
Season 4 Finale: "Conquer Performance Anxiety," feat. Dr. Jon Skidmore, Performance Psychologist
🥹How can we shift the cultural perception of performance anxiety from a personal weakness to a natural aspect of the human experience, deserving of compassion and support?
Welcome to the Season 4 Fi…
Trailer for Season 4 Finale feat. Dr. Jon Skidmore, Performance Psychologist
🎥 Here is the Trailer for Our Upcoming Episode, "Conquer Performance Anxiety - Stage Fright is Not an Enemy nor a Disease; It’s a Skill Deficit!"
Get ready for our upcoming episode with Dr. Skidmore…
Season 4 Episode 19: Connecting Contemporary Audiences – Megan Ihnen, Mezzo-Soprano & Executive Director of the Live Music Project
Connecting Contemporary Audiences – Live Music Project: Bridging Musicians and Audiences, Empowering Next-Generation Innovators
Get ready for an exhilarating conversation with Megan Inen, celebrated M…
Trailer for Season 4 Episode 19: Megan Ihnen, Connecting Contemporary Audiences – Live Music Project: Bridging Musicians and Audiences, Empowering Next Generation Innovators "
🎥 Here is the Trailer for Our Upcoming Episode, "Connecting Contemporary Audiences – Live Music Project: Bridging Musicians and Audiences, Empowering Next Generation Innovators with Megan Ihnen"
Get r…
Season 4 Episode 18: Keys to Identity - A Profound Conversation with Grammy Award-Winning Steinway Pianist, Kristhyan Benitez
Get ready for an exhilarating conversation with Kristhyan Benitez, a Grammy-winning concert pianist and esteemed Steinway Artist known for his mastery of Latin American music, for our upcoming episod…
Official Trailer: Keys to Identity - Season 4 Episode 18 feat. Grammy-Winning Steinway Artist, Kristhyan Benitez
🎥 Here is the Trailer for Our Upcoming Episode, "Keys to Identity: A Profound Conversation with Grammy Award-Winning Steinway Pianist Kristhyan Benitez"
Get ready for an exhilarating conversation with…
Season 4 Episode 17: Jim Wilson - Yamaha Recording Artist, One of the World's Leading Concert Piano Technicians, and Author
Welcome to an enlightening conversation with Jim Wilson, an award-winning Yamaha recording artist, concert piano technician, and author!
As one of the most prominent and sought-after piano technicians…
Part 2 of Season 4 Episode 16: Irina Gorin - Educator, Creator of the "Tales of a Musical Journey" and Founder of The Gorin Institute
Join us as we continue our conversation with the exceptional pedagogue, Irina Gorin - with Irina Gorin, Creator of the "Tales of a Musical Journey" Series and Founder of The Gorin Institute
In case y…