Pitch Me Classical
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Saxophonist and presenter YolanDa Brown and players from the London Philharmonic Orchestra pitch their thoughts on some of classical music’s most-asked questions, with plenty of chit-chat and laughter along the way.
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Welcome to LPO Offstage with YolanDa Brown
Pitch Me Classical
11/06/20 • 0 min
Behind the scenes all access pass to the London Philharmonic Orchestra and its musicians
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Viola - what’s the joke?
Pitch Me Classical
01/23/25 • 30 min
Why is the viola the butt of so many jokes? Does the viola deserve to be mocked, or is it the unsung hero of the orchestra? YolanDa Brown is joined by Martin and Minn to unpack the origins of viola jokes and demystify why violas so often get the short end of the stick - or should we say bow? But for Martin and Minn the viola’s status as a comedic goldmine sometimes has wider implications that aren’t necessarily positive, for example putting people off learning the instrument, affecting the way composers write for it, and annoying viola players on a regular basis. If you like a good viola joke, you’ll find plenty in this episode, proving that the viola can absolutely play first fiddle in the world of comedy...
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Nights (and Days) at the Opera
Pitch Me Classical
04/15/21 • 28 min
YolanDa Brown explores the world of opera with principal bass Kevin Rundell and violinist Fiona Higham. The LPO have a long association with Glyndebourne so opera is a key part of their annual calendar. But how does being a musician at the opera differ from their usual gigs at Southbank Centre? How does it feel to be playing from a pit rather than centre stage? Is it as glamorous as it appears? Plus a terrifying near death experience... Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Life IS a rehearsal
Pitch Me Classical
11/11/20 • 29 min
A behind the scenes all access pass to the London Philharmonic Orchestra and its musicians.
In this first episode, YolanDa Brown is joined by flautist Juliette Bausor and percussionist Andy Barclay to discuss just what goes on in rehearsals. From brutal conductor takedowns to sharing intimate musical moments... Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Keeping in Shape
Pitch Me Classical
12/02/21 • 35 min
Facing the fear of fear, admitting you might not always want to go to those after concert drinks, and searching for the best strengthening exercises to avoid injury as a musician and a conductor are just a few of the tips and topics discussed by YolanDa Brown, cellist Elisabeth Wiklander and conductor Karina Canellakis. They discover that being in top shape for your job as a musician is a very personal journey. And how do you find that ‘lake stillness’ before a performance?
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From the Archive: Where are my reeds?
Pitch Me Classical
05/12/22 • 28 min
We’re taking you back to some of our favourite episodes of LPO Offstage. Today - touring!
YolanDa Brown is joined by flautist Sue Thomas, tuba player Lee Tsarmaklis and Tours Manager Grace Ko to find out about travels with the the LPO: From logistical challenges, audience reactions and the juggle of family life, to hotel incidents, shrunken pants and the infamous LPO Bus 3...
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LPO Superfans
Pitch Me Classical
11/17/22 • 31 min
Welcome to Series 5 of LPO Offstage!
To kick off the new series, YolanDa Brown joins The Great British Bake Off star and LPO fan Jürgen Krauss, flute player Sue Thomas and LPO supporter Joanna Williams to find out what it means to be a fan of the LPO: from childhood memories of the orchestra, to favourite conductors and LPO cakes.
Plus, what a supportive fan base means to the players...
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Gardner’s Question Time
Pitch Me Classical
04/06/23 • 22 min
YolanDa Brown is joined by the LPO’s Principal Conductor Edward Gardner for a quick fire round to find out the answers to questions such as what makes the perfect baton and what it’s like working with different orchestras, as well as his top tips for young aspiring conductors, and how trusting yourself in the moment is key to performing.
Plus, Ed reveals a few particularly embarrassing conducting moments...
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Retirement
Pitch Me Classical
04/11/24 • 33 min
YolanDa Brown sits down with three former LPO members - violinist Geoff Lynn, bassoonist Gareth Newman, and oboist Joan Graham - to explore retirement.
When they retire, some musicians sell their instruments and never play a note again. Others reduce the amount of performing they’re doing to make more time for teaching. The former LPO members chatting to YolanDa today all approached retirement in very different ways.
Geoff, Gareth and Joan tell YolanDa what they miss about their orchestral years, share the pits and troughs of their careers, and share hints and tips for anyone who might be thinking about their retirement whether it’s decades away or fast approaching.
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Merry Christmas from LPO Offstage!
Pitch Me Classical
12/25/20 • 0 min
Merry Christmas from LPO Offstage! The podcast elves are busy and new episodes will be appearing in early 2021... stay tuned...
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FAQ
How many episodes does Pitch Me Classical have?
Pitch Me Classical currently has 102 episodes available.
What topics does Pitch Me Classical cover?
The podcast is about Stories, London, Classical, Music, Podcasts and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Pitch Me Classical?
The episode title 'Beethoven's Symphonies' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Pitch Me Classical?
The average episode length on Pitch Me Classical is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of Pitch Me Classical released?
Episodes of Pitch Me Classical are typically released every 13 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Pitch Me Classical?
The first episode of Pitch Me Classical was released on Nov 6, 2020.
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