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Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast

Joshua Weilerstein
Classical Music
Beethoven
World War II
Aalborg Symphony
Robert Schumann
Ravel
Klezmer Music
Beethoven's Fifth Symphony
Alexander Von Zemlinsky
Witold Lutoslawski
Brahms
Orchestra Nacional De Lille
Maurice Ravel
Mozart's Requiem
Lili Boulanger
Clara Schumann
Bartok's Violin Concerto No. 2
Shostakovich Fourth Symphony
Schubert's Sonata In B Flat
Copland's Third Symphony

Sticky Notes is a classical music podcast for everyone, whether you are just getting interested in classical music for the first time, or if you've been listening to it and loving it all your life. Interviews with great artists, in depth looks at pieces in the repertoire, and both basic and deep dives into every era of music. Classical music is absolutely for everyone, so let's start listening! No... more

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This is a continuation of my new series where I learn about a new piece from a great friend/musician. This week I'm thrilled to welcome Case Scaglione, the Music Director of the Orchestre National D'Ile de France, for a discussion of the Prelude and ... more

The story of Lili Boulanger's life is one of the most fascinating and tragic in all of musical history. A remarkably precocious talent, Boulanger learned to read sheet music before the alphabet, played the violin, piano, cello, and harp, and composed... more

In a letter to Tchaikovsky's nephew Vladimir Davydov, Tchaikovsky wrote: "I'm very pleased with its content, but dissatisfied, or rather not completely satisfied, with the instrumentation. For some reason it's not coming out as I intended. It would b... more

The great and somewhat controversial conductor Leopold Stokowski said this about Tchaikovsky: "His musical utterance comes directly from the heart and is a spontaneous expression of his innermost feeling. It is as sincere as if it were written with h... more

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Recent Guests

Case Scaglione
Music director of the Orchestre National D'Ile de France and Wagner conductor
Orchestre National D'Ile de France
Episode: Wagner: Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan and Isolde w/Case Scaglione
Aram Demirjian
Conductor and music director of the Knoxville Symphony
Knoxville Symphony
Episode: Handel Messiah w/ Aram Demirjian
Martin Frust
Legendary clarinetist
Episode: Beethoven Piano Sonata in B Flat Major, Op. 106, "Hammerklavier" - Part 2
Norbert Mühleman
Editor-in-chief at G. Henle Publishers, expert in music editing
G. Henle Publishers
Episode: The Ravel Sound with Norbert Müllemann and Stefan Knüpfer
Stefan Knüpfer
Piano technician and expert in piano acoustics
Episode: The Ravel Sound with Norbert Müllemann and Stefan Knüpfer
Boris Giltburg
Brilliant pianist known for his interpretations of classical repertoire.
Episode: Ravel, Ravel, Ravel, w/Boris Giltburg and G. Henle Verlag!
Jesse Montgomery
A composer featured in an upcoming interview
Episode: Politics in Classical Music
Caroline Shaw
Composer, performer, and Pulitzer Prize winner.
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Episode: A Conversation with Composer Caroline Shaw
John McWhorter
Linguist and author with insights on Black culture and language
Episode: William Grant Still Symphony No. 1, "Afro-American"

Host

Joshua Weilerstein
Full name: Joshua Weilerstein; long-time host associated with Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast; conducts and discusses classical repertoire with depth and approachable clarity.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Super content, low volume

    The content is masterfully done. Please consider raising your voice volume (and balance everything up) please. Right now I have to put my iPad Pro’s volume to 80-90% to just hear what you say, and it’s often not enough. We should be able to hear things clearly at around 50%. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cellomaster87
    Italya month ago
  • Great podcast, terrible sound

    Would be so enjoyable if Josh learned to use the mic! Either his speaking is inaudible (most recent episode 🤦🏻‍♀️), or he is thundering and the music in comparison is inaudible… Can someone help him with the tech?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    annmnmmnnnna
    United Statesa month ago
  • A highly rewarding musical experience

    It has been a truly rewarding experience for me to listen to this amazing series of classical music podcasts The focus is on analyzing the music and uncovering gems in the compositional methods and approaches. The podcasts are presented in an engaging manner by Joshua Weilerstein, whose enthusiasm and joy in sharing his knowledge and discoveries are contagious. Highly recommended for lovers of music who want to enrich their listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hrant Y
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very enjoyable and informative.

    Highly recommended! I have learned so very much here and I am grateful for joshua’s time he devotes to the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    delusionfan
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it! And…

    Wonderful podcast. Enlightening and at the perfect pitch. And: it is disappointing that the maker’s stated intention to “diversify” content seems to have faded away like much of the virtue-signalling commitments of 2020. Classical music is more than the white men that keep on being highlighted.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Azerty567
    Germanya month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's warmth and depth of knowledge, noting that explanations are accessible yet insightful.
The show is described as authoritative, well-researched, and engaging for both casual listeners and music professionals.
Fans appreciate interviews and the ability to learn about pieces in a way that enhances listening experiences.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#12
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#14
Canada/Music
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#22
United Kingdom/Music
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#16
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#108
Germany/Music
Apple Podcasts
#129
Italy/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sticky Notes meets You'll Hear It
Q: What is your relationship with jazz as a classical musician?
I grew up in a musical family, listening to a variety of music, including jazz. However, I was trained classically, which often leads to a divide between the two genres.
Ravel, Ravel, Ravel, w/Boris Giltburg and G. Henle Verlag!
Q: What specifically about Ravel's music is so intoxicating?
His imagination turns meticulous construction into great works of art, evoking powerful emotions.
Ravel, Ravel, Ravel, w/Boris Giltburg and G. Henle Verlag!
Q: What was your first encounter with Ravel's piano music?
It was the Sonatine, which I remember falling in love with as it is very accessible.
A Conversation with Composer Caroline Shaw
Q: Do you sometimes want to hold on to the pieces that you're not performing?
It depends on the piece, but Entr'act, I love seeing all, like, that is a piece for anybody to do.
A Conversation with Composer Caroline Shaw
Q: What did the Pulitzer Prize mean for you in terms of your other work?
It was a strange day when that happened, because even some of my friends didn't know that I wrote music.

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Sticky Notes offers accessible, deeply informed explorations of classical music, ranging from in-depth piece analyses to conversations with leading artists. Episodes frequently blend historical context, analytical listening, and performance practice, with a flavor of warmth and humor that makes sophisticated music approachable for both newcomers and seasoned listeners. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex musical ideas, live-concert discussions, and thoughtful guest perspectives, which together create an engaging resource for understanding the Western classical repertoire and its ongoing relevance. A standout is the host's ability to connect historical narratives with listening cues, often supported by illustrative musica... more

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2. Aram Demirjian
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8. Caroline Shaw

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