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The Music Box is an interactive music education podcast for kids, exploring fundamental music concepts through performing, responding and connecting. The current season is hosted by music educators Kiana Del and Fiona Palensky. Each episode gets listeners involved in making music! Short episodes are perfect for a car ride or just hanging out at home. Get printable lesson plans and ideas for extend... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes100Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

All aboard the Music Box express! Kiana and Fiona time travel back to 1920s Los Angeles to find a haunted mansion, mysterious happenings, an elusive organist and a dog butler?! Everything is not what it seems in this chilling Halloween special.

Kiana and Fiona interview electric piano technician Matt Blocher of the Chicago Electric Piano Company to learn all about his work. Find out about Matt’s day to day work, the differences and similarities between a Fender Rhodes and a Wurlitzer, advic... more

Kiana and Fiona dig into the music and language of the Gullah Geechee people including the incredible true story of one song, one recording, a decades-later discovery thousands of miles away, and the history of some of the music we still sing today!

A wild night time traveling lands Kiana and Fiona somewhere they definitely weren't supposed to be, and they realize something huge: nobody around them knows the Happy Birthday song. That sends them chasing its real history, starting right here in Lo... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Blocher
Piano technician specializing in Wurlitzer pianos and vintage electric keyboards
Chicago Electric Piano Company
Episode: Behind the Music: I’m an Electric Piano Technician!
Christian McBride
Professional musician and renowned bassist
Episode: Behind the Music with Christian McBride: I'm a Professional Musician!
Adele Dazeem
Wickedly talented pop diva, once a bright young star
Episode: Help! My Piano is Haunted!
Alex Biscardi
Sound designer for The Music Box and other LPM podcasts
Louisville Public Media
Episode: Behind the Music: I'm a Sound Designer!
Otis Junior
Radio host and musician
Episode: Behind the Music: I'm a Radio Host!
Destiny Carter
Local DJ and host of the show In the Pocket
Wfpk
Episode: Behind the Music: I'm a DJ!

Hosts

Kiana Del
Host of The Music Box; music educator with a focus on engaging kids through interactive storytelling and sound concepts.
Fiona Palensky
Co-host and educator-presenter focusing on accessible music education through fun narratives and demonstrations.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Singing in the Shower

    My little kid is singing the "I'm washing my hair" song *right now* while showering. And, honestly, I'm singing along. The examples and stories in this show are eeeexcellleeeennnnt. The flow from episode to episode is not perf, and we love it anyways.

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    Merriffindor
    United Statesa year ago
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    captia34
    United States4 years ago
  • My three-year-old loves it!

    We listen to this podcast while riding in the car. My three-year-old laughs at the kids and other actors. He loves the music and learning about instruments. He listens so attentively, it truly makes me smile. Now he asks for it: β€œMusic Box!”

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    Terpstyle72
    United States5 years ago
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    shsygidtjgj
    United States5 years ago
  • don’t like it anymore…

    It’s the worst podcast ever I hate it because it’s a scam they tricked me into paying them

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    JShearer
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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High-quality, family-friendly, education-forward content that parents can trust.
Show is engaging for both kids and educators, with clear learning objectives and demonstrations.
Kids respond well to practical music activities and playful storytelling.

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Behind the Music: I’m an Electric Piano Technician!
Q: What advice would you give to someone who's wanting to get into a field like this?
He recommends getting involved in the community, being respectful and hardworking, learning through small steps, and reaching out for opportunities even if rejection is possible.
Behind the Music: I’m an Electric Piano Technician!
Q: How did you get into repairing electric pianos?
Blocher learned hands-on, first working on his own Fender Rhodes and then gaining experience alongside people already in the field.
Behind the Music: I'm a Radio Host!
Q: What advice would you give to someone who is really passionate or really interested in getting into working in radio?
I would say to listen, as listening is the most important part of the job.
Behind the Music: I'm a DJ!
Q: What advice would you give someone who wanted to get into DJing?
Look into those free programs, download music, and surround yourself with other DJs to learn from.
Behind the Music: I'm a DJ!
Q: To start, when you were little, what did you envision you would be when you grew up?
I always knew that music or any type of entertainment would be in my future. It just was really natural for me.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Music Box

What is The Music Box about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on interactive music education for kids, with hosts guiding listeners through creativity and concept exploration. Recent episodes cover a broad range of music topicsβ€”from historical communities and traditional singing to behind-the-scenes sound design, musical storytelling, and genre-focused explorations like Flamenco and work songsβ€”always tying lessons to hands-on activities children can try at home or in the classroom. The format emphasizes playful learning, clear explanations, and age-appropriate engagement, which likely appeals to parents, educators, and caregivers seeking accessible, kid-friendly music education content. A notable strength appears to be its ability to blend entertainment with education, using storytell... more

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The Music Box launched 9 years ago and published 100 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 The Music Box include:

1. Matt Blocher
2. Christian McBride
3. Adele Dazeem
4. Alex Biscardi
5. Otis Junior
6. Destiny Carter

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