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
Season 3 Episode 15 Part 2 -- Dr. Alan Moverman, Piano Soloist at New York City Ballet
In part 2 of this episode, Alan shared anecdotes of working with world-class dancers and choreographers at New York City Ballet, including the legendary choreographer Jerome Robbins.
Throughout his 2…
Season 3 Episode 15, Part 1: Dr. Alan Moverman -- Piano Soloist at New York City Ballet
For this episode, I’m taking you, TPP friends and listeners, exclusively on a quick trip to NYC’s famous Lincoln Center, and more specifically, the backstage of the David H. Koch Theater -- home to o…
Trailer: Season 3 Episode 15 feat. Dr. Alan Moverman -- Piano Soloist at New York City Ballet
🎉 Here is a little sneak peek of TPP’s upcoming episode with a guest, Dr. Alan Moverman, Piano Soloist for New York City Ballet 🩰!For this upcoming episode, I’m going to take you, TPP friends and lis…
Season 3 Episode 14, Part 2: Dr. Jeeyoon Kim -- "Force of Nature," Concert Pianist, Art Activist, & Author
🎹 Excerpt of Waltz in C# Minor (Chopin) Op.64 no.2 played by Jeeyoon Kim🎵
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For Part 2 of Season 3, Episode 14, with Dr. Jeeyoon Kim, "Force of Nature," Concert Pianist, Art Activist, & Author, we disc…
Season 3 Episode 14 Part 1: Dr. Jeeyoon Kim -- "Force of Nature," Award-winning Concert Pianist, Art Activist, & Author
For Season 3, Episode 14, I got to interview Dr. Jeeyoon Kim, "Force of Nature," Concert Pianist, Art Activist, & Author.
Many of you may be already familiar with Jeeyoon and her incredible work from …
Trailer: Season 3 Episode 14 -- Dr. Jeeyoon Kim, "Force of Nature"/Concert Pianist/Arts Activist/Author
🎉 Here are some highlights from TPP’s upcoming episode with a guest, Dr. Jeeyoon Kim, "Force of Nature," Concert Pianist, Art Activist, & Author.
Many of you may be already familiar with Jeeyoon and h…
Season 3 Episode 13, Part 2: Krista Jadro -- Music Learning Theory Specialist & Founder of Music Learning Academy
For Part 2 of Season 3, Episode 13 feat. Krista Jadro (Music Learning Specialist/Founder of Music Learning Academy) with a guest co-host, Siliana Chiliachka, you will hear our discussions on:
✅ What i…
Season 3 Episode 13, Part 1: Krista Jadro -- Music Learning Theory Specialist & Founder of Music Learning Academy
I had a wonderful conversation with Krista Jadro, Music Learning Theory Specialist and Founder of Music Learning Academy, for this episode.
🤔What is Music Learning Theory? What is audiation-based musi…
Trailer: Season 3 Episode 13, Krista Jadro -- Music Learning Theory Specialist & Founder of Music Learning Academy
Here is the little teaser of The Piano Pod’s latest episode with a guest, Krista Jadro: Music Learning Theory Specialist & Founder of Music Learning Academy, with a guest co-host, Siliana Chiliachka:…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 12: Dr. Jee-Hoon Krska -- Founder of Keys 2 Success, Electrical Engineer, & Pianist
I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Jee-Hoon Krska: founder of Keys 2 Success, MIT-grad Electrical Engineer, & Juilliard-trained pianist.
Since the launch of The Piano Pod, I have wanted to interv…
Trailer: Season 3 Episode 12, Dr. Jee-Hoon Krska -- Founder of Keys to Success, Electrical Engineer, and Pianist
Here is the little teaser of The Piano Pod’s latest episode with a guest., Dr. Jee-Hoon Krska: Founder of Keys 2 Success, Electrical Engineer, & Pianist, which premieres this Tuesday, February 7, at …
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 11: Pablo Estigarribia -- 2022 Latin Grammy Award Winner/Tango Pianist/Composer
I had the privilege of interviewing Mr. Pablo Estigarribia, 2022 Latin Grammy Winner & Tango pianist/arranger/composer! We discussed Pablo’s Latin Grammy Award-Winning album, “Horacio Salgán Piano Tr…
Trailer: Season 3 Episode 11 with Latin Grammy Award Winner, Pablo Estigarribia.
This is a teaser for this season’s 11th episode, feat. Mr. Pablo Estigarribia, 2022 Latin Grammy Winner & Tango pianist/arranger/composer!
During the interview session, we discussed Pablo’s Latin Gra…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 10: Dr. Lisa Yui -- "Musical Phenomenon," Yamaha Artist, and Educator
Yukimi and Clara had a wonderful conversation with Dr. Yui a week ago, and what a great way to start our New Year!
During the interview, she shared many fun anecdotes from her concert tours, advice/w…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 9: Dr. Magdalena Stern-Baczewska -- Innovative Keyboardist, Yamaha Artist, & Educator
For the final episode of 2022, we interviewed Dr. Magdalena Stern-Baczewska on a Saturday afternoon and had a great time chatting with her about 🎹 and harpsichord!
Ms. Baczewska is both a concert pian…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 8: Dr. Rae de Lisle -- Piano Pedagogue/Author of Fit 4 Piano
We had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Rae de Lisle from New Zealand for this season's 8th episode.
Dr. Rae de Lisle is a world-class piano pedagogue who has produced many exceptional piano students…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 7: Liana Pailodze Harron & Thomas A. Giles -- Sensational Piano and Saxophone Duo!
Yukimi and Clara had a wonderful conversation with the sensational Piano/Saxophone duo, Liana Pailodze Harron and Thomas A. Giles, for this season's 7th episode.
Clara met the duo in the fall of 2021,…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 6: Kyler P Walker--Activist Concert Pianist
We had a great conversation with Kyle P. Walker: Activist Concert Pianist and Educator as our guest of Season 3 Episode 6.
Kyle, a strong advocate for social equality, believes music can speak to soc…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 5: George Ko, Young Steinway Artist/Composer/Improviser
TPP Team had a wonderful conversation with Mr. Geroge Ko: Young Steinway Artist/Composer/Improviser for this episode.
George is a concert pianist pushing classical music forward by blending "Chopin-l…
The Piano Pod Season 3 Episode 4: Mark Murtagh & Hunter McGranahan from Forte, a virtual conference platform for music lessons
We had the opportunity to connect with Mark Murtagh and Hunter McGranahan, the co-founders of the video conferencing platform, Forte. They co-founded Forte because they believe there should be a free…