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The Lonely Cello Podcast

Emily Wright
Range (book)
Lara St. John
Cello
New York City
Range (david Epstein)
Fluid Intelligence
Dear Lara
Peabody Institute
Boston
Waitress (musical)
Raven's Progressive Matrices
Education
Curtis Institute Of Music

Conversations about music, life, and learning with cellist Emily Wright and basically anyone she can rope into coming on. Leave a voicemail in the LC inbox: 323-657-9444 country code +1

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Today, I'll be talking about Lara St. John's new documentary, Dear Lara. Content warning: non-graphic discussion of sexual assault. Would you rather read this? Go here: emilywright.net/teaching-and-learning/dear-lara/ Rather watch it on YouTu... more

Chapter 2 of David Epstein's Range has A LOT going on. This episode talks about the ways we try to understand intelligence, in particular how we test for it. This one goes a little off the rails in a predictable way, so stay tuned if you want to hear... more

This is a readout and tiny discussion of the post from 7 May 2025. These episodes are meant to be put out quickly, and as such, are not edited. Pauses and "ummms" are left in. If you would prefer to watch this content, head over to my YouTube page ht... more

This is a readout and discussion of the post from 1 January 2026. These episodes are meant to be put out quickly, and as such, are not edited. As such, pauses and "ummm"s are left in. If you would prefer to watch this content, head over to my YouTube... more

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Rachel Gawell Burns
Cellist and guitarist with a prolific performing and teaching career; collaborator and band member
Independent musician; Waitress (Broadway) guitarist; Moulin Rouge performer
Episode: Episode 26: Rachel Gawell Burns on the importance of being LOUD and WRONG

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Emily Wright
Host of the show who introduces and guides the episode; oversees content and guest conversations.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Great podcast!!

    Well put together! I’ve been playing cello for 11 years and finding a podcast that talks about the instrument I love playing!! I’m currently working on Prelude No.1 in G Mejor. Keep up the great work of making this awesome podcast!!

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    crystal mtn
    United States4 years ago
  • I thoroughly enjoyed this

    Witty, insightful conversation. Educational AND entertaining. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beastofbass
    United States5 years ago
  • Great listen

    Great podcast, great conversation. Looking forward to hearing more.

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    5
    soundedfury
    United States5 years ago

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High-quality guest selections and insightful takes on pedagogy and performance.
Practical and thoughtful; great for listeners who want actionable practice tips.
Listeners appreciate the honest discussions about challenges in musical careers.
Well-structured, engaging conversations that blend technique with personal growth.

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