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From the Top

NPR
Interlochen Center For the Arts
Schubert
Chopin
Cincinnati
American Classical Music
Mozart
Juilliard School
Laguardia High School For the Performing Arts
Sphinx Virtuosi
Sphinx Organization
Music Education
Rock Music
Twin Cities
Minnesota Orchestra
Mcphail Guitar Quartet
Tico Tico No Fuba
The Swan
Costa Rica
Sergei Rachmaninoff
Nikolai Metner

From the Top showcases the music, stories, and unique insights of America's finest young classical musicians.

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We meet a 13-year-old violinist with a passion for studying the connection between music and the brain. Next a 16-year-old clarinetist delivers an elegant Mozart Rondo and a teenage percussionist blends classical, Latin, and jazz influences.

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Sparks fly when 9-year-old pianist Alexander Zhou takes the keys. Orli Shaham hosts this episode where we also hear from a teenage violist performing Rebecca Clarke’s beautiful viola Sonata.

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Orli Shaham collaborates with a teenage pianist on a Mozart Sonata for four-hands. We also hear from a trumpeter who plays Gershwin and a 17-year-old violinist performing Beethoven.

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Grammy Award-winning bass player Victor Wooten joins us for our exciting musical journey out of Nashville. A talented teen flutist plays an elegant Bach Sonata and then improvises on that same work with Victor Wooten and Peter Dugan. We meet the drum... more

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Recent Guests

Alexander Zhou
Nine-year-old pianist featured on the episode
From the Top, New York City
Episode: Brilliant 9-Year-Old Pianist & More with Orli Shaham
Yunsa Lee
Eighteen-year-old violist featured on the episode
From the Top, Seoul (based)
Episode: Brilliant 9-Year-Old Pianist & More with Orli Shaham
Amy Shen
17-year-old violinist from Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Episode: Four Handed Mozart with Orli Shaham
Paulina Strela
17-year-old pianist from New York City
Episode: Four Handed Mozart with Orli Shaham
Khalid Abdallah
17-year-old trumpet player and Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist from Queens, New York
Episode: Four Handed Mozart with Orli Shaham
Joshua Knox
Head drum major of the Grammy Award winning Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Bands.
Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Bands
Episode: Victor Wooten, Bach, & Gospel Marching Band
Victor Wooten
Grammy Award-winning bass player known for his innovative approaches to music
Episode: Beethoven to Bluegrass and Special Guest Victor Wooten
Ira Carlin
17-year-old violinist from Miami, Florida
Episode: Taaffe Zwilich Violin Fantasy and Flute Ballade
Olivia Park
17-year-old flutist from San Jose, California
Episode: Taaffe Zwilich Violin Fantasy and Flute Ballade

Hosts

Peter Dugan
Host of From the Top with a focus on interviews and performances by young musicians.
Orli Shaham
Pianist and host, occasionally co-host and guide interviews and performances.
Joshua Knox
Head drum major of a Grammy-winning marching band; contributes community and performance insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Magnificent

    The music is incredible. The interview with the musicians reveal the heart and intellect behind that music. Impressive for sure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DC Wash
    United States4 years ago
  • The host!

    The new host Peter Dugan makes this show even better! So happy he’s at the helm leading the new generation with an open heart and keen ear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JuilliardVoice
    United States4 years ago
  • I wish I could here the episodes of From the Top with Christopher O’Riley

    I would like to hear the older episodes of From the Top. I like the new ones but the old ones would hear me good to hear to from the past I wish I would put the rest of the seasons on there I wish Y’all would put the older episodes own here the new ones are great wish I could here the older eppsodes episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    canie bug
    United States4 years ago
  • An institution

    Great show, esp the Christopher O’Reilly episodes before 2018

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pete Trg
    United States5 years ago
  • Where is the rest of the episodes of from the top

    I wish Y’all would put the older episodes own here the new ones are great wish I could here the older eppsodes episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    canie bug
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners wish for broader access to full episodes and improved audio balance in certain listening environments.
Many emphasize the show's uplifting focus on young musicians and mentorship, with remarks about the positive impact on aspiring artists.
A few comparisons to earlier iterations suggest appreciation for evolving hosting and guest diversity, while longing for more archival content.
Listeners praise the inspiring performances and heart of the interviews, noting high-quality guest talent and engaging host energy.
Overall sentiment is that the host and format cultivate a welcoming, community-centered vibe with standout performances.

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#224
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brilliant 9-Year-Old Pianist & More with Orli Shaham
Q: What drew you to improvisation at such a young age?
Alexander explains he improvises as a natural way of making music, often recording ideas and letting momentum guide his playing rather than sticking to a fixed plan.
Taaffe Zwilich Violin Fantasy and Flute Ballade
Q: Were there moments for you when you found yourself carving out your own path separately from your sister?
Olivia discusses learning the saxophone to participate in the jazz band, marking her unique musical journey.
Taaffe Zwilich Violin Fantasy and Flute Ballade
Q: What steps did you take to help bring you more confidence as an improviser?
Olivia explains that putting herself out there and trying different things was key.
Taaffe Zwilich Violin Fantasy and Flute Ballade
Q: What are we going to play?
Olivia responds that they are going to play the ballade for the flute and piano.
Self-Taught Violinist and Young Composer
Q: What is music for?
My off the top of my head answer, it's a way of expressing your own voice.

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What is From the Top about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features conversations with exceptionally talented young classical musicians and their collaborators, highlighting their personal journeys, practice routines, and the emotional journeys behind high-level performances. Episodes frequently explore themes like collaboration across instruments, overcoming challenges, mentorship, and the role of music education and community in developing young artists. The show often blends intimate interviews with live performances or demonstrations, revealing how these youths balance rigorous training with creative exploration, identity, and social engagement. A few episodes emphasize diversity in classical music, cross-genre exploration, and the broader impact of music education on communities. ... more

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From the Top launched 20 years ago and published 54 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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Recent guests on From the Top include:

1. Alexander Zhou
2. Yunsa Lee
3. Amy Shen
4. Paulina Strela
5. Khalid Abdallah
6. Joshua Knox
7. Victor Wooten
8. Ira Carlin

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