Follow the Lieder
Cincinnati Song InitiativePianist and wacky song enthusiast Mandee Madrid-Sikich talks all things Lieder related (and not related!). Composers, poets, cultural contexts, piano settings, German romanticism - if it has to do with song, you better believe it's included in this podcast! Each episode covers a different song and is complete with special guest appearances and performances of the chosen songs. You can find Mandee ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Part 2 of our exploration of Gustav Mahler's transcendental work Kindertotenlieder. With baritone Samuel Kidd and Christina Lalog Seal.
Follow the Lieder is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about their network of podcas... more
What happens when poetry born of unbearable grief meets a composer haunted by death? In this episode, we cover the first two songs of Mahler’s Kindertotenlieder, uncovering how Rückert’s words and Mahler’s music fuse into an unflinching meditation on... more
From her electrifying performances on the world’s great stages to her influential years as a teacher in the United States, Lotte Lehmann’s legacy shines through in equal parts passion, vulnerability, and uncompromising musical truth. Featuring archiv... more
Today we cover Five Songs of Laurence Hope by H.T. Burleigh with tenor Matthew Corcoran. Recorded live at the Fellowship of the Song 2025 Fellows Closing Concert with pianist Barbie Noyes.
Follow the Lieder is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiat... more
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- Wonderful reflections on the connections between text and music
I listened today to the episode on Kindertotenlieder. This cycle of songs, which moved me so much when I was younger, became too emotionally painful for me in later years, after more experience of life. It was wonderful to hear this exploration of the poems by Rückert & their origins.
I didn’t know that they were not intended for publication.
The podcast is a beautifully expressed meditation on personal loss
and the way art helps the understanding of the processes of grief.
Apple Podcasts5musonymous
United Kingdoma month ago i dont know If anybody is reading these podcastaddict Reviews, but i just wanted to say that i love this great Podcast. so fun and informative! thank you so much!
Podcast Addict53 years agojeanpaulrichter- Delightful & Informative
Haven’t listened to season 1 yet, but I’ve been having a grand time with season 2, all about Schubert’s Winterreise. I discovered and fell in love with the song cycle a few years back (because, ridiculously enough, I used it as a motif in a fanfic 😆). I’m always in need of a engaging podcast to listen to whilst doing yard work, and I thought, “Hm, wonder if anybody’s done a deep dive on Winterreise?" Lo and behold, Follow the Lieder.
Mandy has a lovely speaking voice, and she and co-host Br... more
Apple Podcasts5zephyrca
United States3 years ago - Excellent podcast for anyone who likes art song
I searched for a long time for a podcast that talks about German art songs and stumbled across this wonderful podcast in 2020. After a long hiatus I thought it was dead but it’s back with a vengeance, now going through Schubert’s Winterreise. I have listened to almost all the shows and all of the Winterreise episodes. The podcast has introduced me to new songs (like Mendelssohn’s Schilflied) and deepened my understanding of old favorites like the Winterreise songs. I love this and look forward t... more
Apple Podcasts5Joelle2002-14994United States3 years ago - Great for musical nerds
I just discovered this podcast and it is everything I needed. Mandee has this great knowledge and she makes it easy and enjoyable, and her passion is so contagious. I love how she points out this little neat things in the music, but she also plays the snippets. It is such a great work and I’m obsessed. I absolutely love this!
Apple Podcasts5sauria8
Mexico3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #187 |  Germany/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #156 |  Netherlands/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #228 |  Sweden/Music/Music History |
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Focused on the rich tradition of Lieder, this podcast offers an engaging exploration of the world of art songs through the eyes of a passionate pianist. Examining everything from composers to the cultural contexts behind the music, episodes feature in-depth discussions, guest performances, and insightful commentary. The charismatic hosts provide listeners with a blend of music theory, playful chatter, and educational content, making classical music accessible and enjoyable to enthusiasts and newcomers alike. This unique combination of expertise and relatability is designed to captivate anyone interested in music, especially the nuances of Lieder.
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Follow the Lieder launched 7 years ago and published 49 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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