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Inside the Notes

Inside the Notes

Erika Block

Inside the Notes is a classical music podcast by musicians, for musicians. Here we talk shop, and recall vivid memories of our journey in music. We strive to maintain the rich heritage of storytelling, and continue to keep ourselves connected to the incredible artists who came before us.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Inside the Notes episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Inside the Notes for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Inside the Notes episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Inside the Notes - Daniel Hege, conductor

Daniel Hege, conductor

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02/08/21 • 70 min

In this episode, conductor Daniel Hege, discusses the defining moments in his career. From a last minute opportunity to conduct the Baltimore Symphony on tour, to studying with Daniel Lewis, his journey has been filled with twists and turns that highlight his joyous demeanor, courageous attitude, and preparation. Enjoy these stories from the Music Director of the Wichita Symphony.

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Inside the Notes - Andrew Parker, oboe

Andrew Parker, oboe

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02/22/21 • 58 min

In this episode we are chatting with assistant professor of oboe at the Butler School of Music, Dr. Andrew Parker. He tells us stories of his journey as a young musician, choosing between piano and oboe, the experiences that helped him develop his confidence as a person and player, and learning to excel alongside performance anxiety.

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Inside the Notes - Weston Sprott, trombone

Weston Sprott, trombone

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03/08/21 • 69 min

In this episode, we are chatting with Weston Sprott, trombone with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, and Dean of the Preparatory Division of the Juilliard School. We chat about the unique journey that Weston took into the world of music, memorable performances, and the dreams he has for his role as Dean.

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Inside the Notes - Rob Weir, bassoon

Rob Weir, bassoon

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01/25/21 • 42 min

San Francisco Symphony Orchestra bassoonist, Rob Weir, chats with Inside the Notes about his career. Touring Mahler symphonies with Michael Tilson Thomas, performing with the Saito Kinen Orchestra, and studying with Bernard Garfield are a few of the many important moments that shaped his life as a musician. Here we discuss those experiences and hear the stories that shaped his life.

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Inside the Notes - Jennifer Montone, horn

Jennifer Montone, horn

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01/11/21 • 59 min

Jennifer Montone, principal horn of the Philadelphia Orchestra, chats with us about life in a principal chair. She discusses mental preparation, recovering from injuries, balancing the many facets of her life, and the concerts which made a lasting impact on her. You will find her energy and passion both uplifting and inspiring!

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Inside the Notes - Christina Smith, flute

Christina Smith, flute

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05/03/21 • 52 min

Christina Smith, principal flute of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, shares incredible stories of her career in music. We discuss studying with Julius Baker, her vintage flutes, life in the Atlanta Symphony and how teaching recharges and energizes her. Christina's passion for music and love of playing is inspiring and engaging!

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Inside the Notes - Craig Mumm, viola

Craig Mumm, viola

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11/23/20 • 42 min

Craig Mumm, associate principal viola of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, shares his favorite moments from his life in the opera pit. From inspiring singers, to working with Carlos Kleiber, we hear some of the opera's most beautiful moments.

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Inside the Notes - Angela Beeching, music career coach
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11/09/20 • 44 min

In this episode, career coach Angela Beeching, discusses the importance of finding your true purpose in music. As we grow our careers we must find a way to define exactly what our goals are, in order to reach them. Hear stories about how her own experiences in music and higher education lead her to the path of helping others.

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Inside the Notes - Jason Haaheim, timpani

Jason Haaheim, timpani

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10/26/20 • 76 min

Jason Haaheim, principal timpani of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, shares his journey from Nanotechnology to the Opera pit. His deep understanding of Deliberate Practice changed the way he prepared for performances and auditions. Hear stories of how this style of practice broke down barriers and prepared him for life at the MET.

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Inside the Notes - Grace Browning, harp

Grace Browning, harp

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04/12/21 • 56 min

In this episode, Grace Browning, principal harp of the Rochester Philharmonic, shares stories about her life as a harpist. We discuss audition preparation, the history of harp pedagogy, the innovations of the modern harp, and how social media is making the harp cool.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Inside the Notes have?

Inside the Notes currently has 38 episodes available.

What topics does Inside the Notes cover?

The podcast is about Music, Opera, Podcasts, Arts, Music Interviews and Performing Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Inside the Notes?

The episode title 'Grace Browning, harp' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Inside the Notes?

The average episode length on Inside the Notes is 51 minutes.

How often are episodes of Inside the Notes released?

Episodes of Inside the Notes are typically released every 14 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Inside the Notes?

The first episode of Inside the Notes was released on Oct 9, 2018.

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