GMTA Podcast
Episode 66
Liza Stepanova shares about her musical background from Belarus to Germany to America, her approach to practicing, and her teaching philosophy. Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/cWKllgcZj6w
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/FAPVv
Episode 65
Sergio Gallo shares a performance of Paralipomenes a la Divine Commedia by Franz Liszt with our listeners, opening with a short discussion on his career, significance of this work, and the process of learning this piece. Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/b4WrGJ0G_z8
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/NSbc4
Episode 64
Ipek Brooks shares about her musical beginnings in Turkey, her studies in New York and Georgia, her passion for teaching, and her interests in electro-acoustic music.Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/1SJI1H8UCgA
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/ngpnZ
Episode 63
Jonathan Klein shares about his piano journey from childhood to owner of a thriving private studio, the challenges and joys of teaching, and book recommendations.Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/2fvaXemZiKI
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/ofvEm
Episode 62
Angela Duncan shares about her education in HongKong, coming to America as a teenager, returning to music after studying psychology, and ambitions and dreams for the future.Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/32D_jV_iHW8
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/on9nb
Episode 61
Yanni Chan shares about learning piano in Macau, overcoming performance injury, and her dreams and plans for the future. Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/0LeqQlQBIaI
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/C9g7J
Episode 60
Laura Lozier shares about the intersection of her philosophy training with music, her thoughts on how to nurture love of music into the future, and encouragement for young musicians about making the world a better place through music. Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/0QHZ3fLYDWM
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/iopxJ
Episode 59
Amanda Sacchitello gives advice to college students on how to enjoy college, shares about taking group piano lessons with her family, and discusses her approach to teaching. Subscribe and Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/kQIggQriWSw
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/Vk78C
Episode 58
Sarah Elias shares about how to motivate your students to practice, how to juggle a busy schedule as a professor and a mom, and what growing up in a household of professional musicians was like.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/gUKP0t5BpaU
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/hddHQ
Episode 57
Cellist Justin Dougherty discusses finding his way as a professional musician through the development of skills outside of academia, the importance of communicating realistic expectations to parents, and his interest in new music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/7YozL3g2Lvg
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/5HExz
Episode 56
Esther Park shares about her educational journey from Juilliard Pre-College to Germany to Yale, her experience preparing for international competitions, and playing as a professional piano duo with her sister. At the conclusion of the interview, Esther Park shares a performance of Chopin's Ballade No. 2 in F major, Op. 38.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/XPQdd1QyaUs
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/3mFeF
Episode 55
Laura Gordy shares about the early days of Rice University establishing their prestigious music program, her interest in new music, and the varied aspects of her life-long career in music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/TPBIdfdoPco
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/nrkCB
Episode 54
Katherine Emeneth talks about her entrepreneurial path toward music, how she coaches other musicians in creating a viable business, and provides practical advice to young professionals.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/iQpmC3KgTuc
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/nrkCB
Episode 53
Larisa Elisha shares about her upbringing in former Soviet Union, her career in Poland, her journey to America, and collaborations with her husband, cellist, Steven Elisha. The interview concludes with Larisa's performance of Rodion Shchedrin's A? La Manie?re d'Albe?niz with pianist, Karla Rocker.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/TtQduZaWcxQ
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/nVa4x
Episode 52
Carol Payne talks about going back to school for a Ph.D. later in life, questioning traditions of standard scale fingerings and memorization, and the future of classical music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/EQ3RjyXcKBs
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/ivXaE
Episode 51
Chenny Gan discusses the relationship between visual art and music, life in Georgia and Germany, the influence of jazz in her life, and shares a recording from her Classic Meets Jazz 2.0 Series.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/OwLc03ZiEwE
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/i4AHi
Episode 50
Giuliano Graniti shares insights about Italian culture and the Italian conservatory system, his perspectives on what is effective and meaningful in teaching, and his ongoing projects in pedagogy, technology, and performance.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/QBfFEcd34yQ
Full episode: https://on.soundcloud.com/9LoMH
Episode 49
Vicente Della Tonia shares about the conservatory system in Brazil, the challenges he encountered as an international student teaching his first class in America, his current performance and research projects, and three books that are must-haves for piano teachers.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/QjMVJ9g4twQ
Episode 48
Joshua May shares about his breadth of musical experiences, working in higher education, opera, and outreach programs, the future (and virtual reality) of classical music, and the continuing legacy of his teachers.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/rdOSHMTBc8M
Episode 47
Elena Cholakova shares about her musical upbringing in Bulgaria, her journey to America, her advocacy for lesser-known works and women composers, and the importance of saying "yes" to professional opportunities for young musicians.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/Tb2EU4a4SR0
Episode 46
Jerico Vasquez shares about his musical beginnings in the Philippines, the "Listening Club" he started with a colleague at Shorter University, and his love for and promotion of new music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/indf9neJXUM
Episode 45
Tom Pearsall shares about his self-taught beginnings, how group piano has changed in the last 30 years, and an insider's history into the GP3 Conference and its association with MTNA.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/ZaNgy0csB1I
Episode 44
Sam Brown shares about his journey from piano student to public school administrator, how he mentors teenagers through performance anxiety, and his passion for showing young musicians the diversity of career opportunities in the arts.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/XaS_9iDboaY
Episode 43
Katrin Meidell shares about her journey from a violinist to violist, her recovery from performance injury and how that has made her a better teacher, and advice for young professionals.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/-88Pc1Xcdiw
Episode 41
Huu Mai shares about his passion for teaching, how this passion has come as a surprise to him, the convergence of his numerous interests, and the necessity of letting go of expectations in order to enjoy the process of music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/RPdMAjhyv6o
Episode 40
Kris Carlisle shares about his passion for new music, how he approaches teaching contemporary music to students, and some advice for young musicians.
Episode 39
Amy Neal shares about the impact of her teachers on her life trajectory, some organization and motivational ideas for studio teachers, and goal-setting for both herself and her students.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/eSfzkj7SEaQ
Episode 38
Uni Choi talks about her musical development in Uzbekistan and America, the challenges of balancing professional life and personal life, and how being a musician has turned out differently than what she had imagined or expected for herself.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/QrCUEjK986Y
Episode 37
Marissa Woodall shares about the influence of GMTA on her life, gives our listeners a sneak peak into the world of dressage freestyle, and shares life lessons about music and teaching that she has learned from her donkeys.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/Kj7hUQJ0hsk
Episode 36
Alex Wasserman talks about his late start in piano and how that has strengthened his teaching, recommends one of his favorite books, and shares a hopeful view for the future of classical music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/dm44RmjdWQQ
Episode 35
Cindy DeFoor shares about her career as a piano teacher throughout the Southeast Region of the US, the influence of GMTA on her life as a student of piano and now as a teacher, and what advice she would give to young professionals.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/K_xG7aNKX2M
Episode 34
Monique Arar discusses a return to music after working in the non-profit sector, the importance of parental support for student success, and teaching composition to her students.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/ygPf6xjiMdI
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/monique-arar/s-ruzTz1XkN30?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Episode 33
Anne-Marie Cherry discusses her musical beginnings in Texas, discovering effective practicing, a semester-long book club she hosts with her students, and current pedagogical and performance projects.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/sBVifEojun0
Episode 32
Javian Brabham shares about his educational journey from rural South Carolina to teaching in academia, the process of overcoming a performance injury, and advice for young professionals.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/0lnc0_hmFdE
Episode 31
Wendy Warner talks about her childhood in Chicago, studies at the Curtis Institute, and growth as a teacher in Georgia.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/hUbhNjKHaOw
Episode 30
Harpist Lisa Handman talks about her journey from her initial love of music to a life in the corporate world that eventually led to a return to music; She speaks from personal experience about the importance of following your dreams.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/0YOHy82B-7Q
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/lisa-handman/s-Y46DS7earaA?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Episode 29
Boris Abramov, violinist, talks about his musical upbringing in Israel, his development at the Schwob School of Music under Professor Sergiu Schwartz, and the high value he places on fundamentals in playing and teaching.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/vgPnj3FPq8E
Episode 28
Kelly Bryant shares about her love-at-first sight reaction to the flute, her performance and teaching career, and practical advice for parents about encouraging a love of music in children.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/LlQYsCPV8uM
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/kelly-bryant/s-tzRmXBRK4K8?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Episode 27
Joshua Pifer talks about his beginnings in Tokyo, Japan, being a pre-med major who rejected a medical school acceptance for a life of music, and his journey to his current teaching position at Valdosta State University.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/V4Tu_DCTzkw
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/joshua-pifer/s-zJLA1MJumJQ?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Episode 26
Judith Siegel shares about the discovery and premiere of a Leschetizky Concerto, the origins of Alexander Peskanov's "Anniversary" Concerto, and her teaching philosophy.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/zxjtg904LQM
Episode 25
Sonja Foster shares about her educational foundation studying with legendary teacher, Ivan Galamian, the success of her highly selective pre-collegiate studio, and pedagogical advice for fellow teachers.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/O4XsrLQicr0
Episode 24
Kyung - A Yoo shares about her path to collaborative piano, overcoming the challenges of being a performing musician, and the lessons learned along the way.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/LaEN06tVxEg
Episode 23
Gloria Gardiner, founder of Greenwood School of Music, shares about her road back to music as an adult learner, her career in special education, and the encouragement her family continues to provide in her musical journey.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/Uhcs6t4gZdg
Episode 22
Cameron Fuhrman discusses making music through intellect and intuition, her current projects, and the challenges and joys of being a musician.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/5pc6jAbhZXY
Episode 21
Diane Boyd shares about her unusual journey to becoming a professional musician, lessons about teaching, and advice for young professionals on how to succeed as a musician.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/AJw0pMbKx7w
Episode 20
Dian Lawler-Johnson talks about her education and extensive career in higher education teaching voice to students of all ages and abilities.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/y2eYZktJArU
Episode 19
Francis Leach, originally of British Guiana and now based in Georgia, shares about his teaching philosophy, passion for music, and hope for the future.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/2fGFERpgJy4
Episode 18
Susan Andrews, past GMTA president and winner of the Teacher of the Year Award, talks about her career as a piano teacher and her involvement with MTNA at various levels of the organization.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/r_-aMpgDz_8
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/episode-18-susan-andrews/s-E06YOP9cwaZ?si=9cf2b0b12e4f40b6891c217e8648785c
Episode 17
Martha Thomas shares with us reflections on her musical education, experiences as a teacher, and recent projects.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/cgSV9vAwg2s
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/martha-thomas/s-tjdm20UiHv5?si=6790138b5a464b22a2e00874f35ff735
Episode 16
Grace Huang talks about the impact her teachers have on her life, her teaching approach, and advice for young professionals.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/xBMIuzbt-7c
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/grace-huang/s-HTj5BOlefkt?si=a5801065d5b54bc7ae7eead3006a96c3
Episode 15
Ping-yun Hsu shares about her beginnings in Taiwan, her transformative education in Germany, and about her teaching studio in Georgia.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/lR5O9CYsWVk
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/ping-yun-hsu/s-xnAcQ6DGDnd
Episode 14
Joy Poole talks about her upbringing and the various hats she has worn as a musician, from public school teacher to church musician to private studio teacher.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/KP-qSwlgwy0
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/joy-poole/s-RNAx71WafKC
Episode 13
Christina Toole talks about her education, career path, and overcoming performance injury.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/jxSMqBf1RjA
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/christina-toole/s-GRvrGhBZ8Ev
Episode 12
Tracy Xian talks about her childhood and training in China, coming to America, and her recent pedagogical projects.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/RKgQmcysGRY
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/tracy-xian/s-EtKn8Ul6u3G
Episode 11
Amy Phillips talks about juggling life and career as a young mom, establishing a new private studio during the COVID lockdowns, and developing a sense of humor about oneself.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/zb-TKmy21Ho
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/amy-phillips/s-NM6BsfpJ2wG
Episode 10
Portia Hawkins talks about growing up in the south, the influence of her teachers, her interest in promoting works by African American composers, and her approach to teaching.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/tNc2nAUihtI
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/portia-hawkins/s-Ar9EX81t19N
Episode 9
Pam Asberry talks about teaching, composing, recording, creativity, and how to know if music is the right career choice.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/Cvme9RGYRUM
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/pam-asberry/s-gr3oJdBfv7z
Episode 8
Kristi Helfen talks about taking organ and piano lessons growing up, going to Costa Rica for a year, joining and performing in a piano ensemble, earning a master's degree later in life, and creating a method book for retirement-age adults.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/GjEp1zh4szA
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/kristi-helfen/s-CthD8hW9W7j
Episode 7
Lois Finlay shares about her background, approach to teaching, and advice for young teachers.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/VKNOf2ngqF8
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/lois-finlay/s-eIeexag9g6g
Episode 6
Elena Dorozhkina talks about her training in Russia, graduate studies in America, and her teaching philosophy steeped in the importance of nurturing love of music in students.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/5OIFf8sObwQ
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/elena-dorozhkina/s-jlMs9R9IYto
Episode 5
Debra Hughes talks about her own pursuit of music and helping students succeed through music.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/xPzUanoIGyo
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/debra-hughes/s-qYAQYHyuKDu
Episode 4
Owen Lovell shares about his journey to teaching in higher education and his philosophy on teaching.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/zsnVPIY41JI
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/owen-lovell/s-GsON9pOBvtS
Episode 3
Cathy Thacker talks about the value of being a life-long learner, returning to music after life in the legal field, and the impact of music on her family.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/IXn4DSTvxsw
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/cathy-thacker/s-pXV6vsziolm
Episode 2
Debra Ramsey Dickensheets talks about her childhood in South Carolina, her training as an organist and pianist, and her career as a teacher.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/UpkhD0ulcuk
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgiamta/debra-ramsey-dickensheets/s-dOIDcc8XrM7
Episode 1
Jan Adams talks about being exposed to and developing collaborative piano skills from an early age and how musical collaborations provide a social aspect that pianists need.
Preview of the episode: https://youtu.be/W3X6unGh2P0
Full episode: https://soundcloud.com/georgia-mta-vp-of-membership/jan-adams/s-1jMLer7c11n
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