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The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano music

Yukimi Song
Classical Music
Piano
Music Education
Creativity
Piano Music
Music
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Improvisation
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Contemporary Composers

...where tradition meets innovation. Together, we bring PIANO into the FUTURE.

a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano music

Hey, 🎹 enthusiasts out there! My name is Yukimi, a classical pianist and educator from NYC and executive producer of The Piano Pod. The Piano Pod🎙 is a one-of-a-kind podcast that delves deep into the fascinating world of classical music, w... more

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How do we bring our full musical selves to the stage?

In this Season 6 finale of The Piano Pod, concert pianist, composer, arranger, educator, and artistic leader David Berry joins host Yukimi Song for a rich and deeply personal conversation on virt... more

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How do we bring our full musical selves to the stage?

In the Season 6 finale of The Piano Pod 🎙, host Yukimi Song sits down with concert pianist, composer, arranger, educator, and artistic leader David Berry for a rich ... more

What does it mean to become a "Sound Liberator"?

In this episode of The Piano Pod, pianist, composer, educator, filmmaker, scholar, and advocate Joe Williams joins host Yukimi Song for a wide-ranging conversation on artistry, legacy, belonging, impr... more

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Recent Guests

David Berry
Concert pianist, composer, arranger, educator, and scholar
Independent artist; Eastern Mennonite University (Associate Professor of Music and Chair of Music Department)
Episode: Spirit, Body, and Soul: Pianist & Composer David Berry on Virtuosity, Creativity, and Artistic Identity
Joe Williams
Composer, pianist, educator, curator, sound liberator
Independent artist/academic affiliations mentioned in episode
Episode: Sound Liberation: Joe Williams on Black Artistry, Legacy & Belonging in Concert Music
Oscar Macchioni
Associate professor of piano pedagogy; pianist and educator
University of North Texas
Episode: Beyond Borders: From Argentina to Poland to Texas—Oscar Macchioni reflects on a life in music
Anna Shelest
Concert pianist
Independent artist
Episode: Official Trailer: Season 6 Eps.17 "Music as Witness" feat. Anna Shelest
Donna Weng Friedman
Pianist, producer, filmmaker; returning guest and founder of Joy Luck Trio
Joy Luck Trio; The Piano Pod
Episode: Joy Luck Trio -- Groundbreaking Pipa-Erhu-Piano Trio
Gao Hong
Chinese Pipa virtuoso and composer
Joy Luck Trio
Episode: Joy Luck Trio -- Groundbreaking Pipa-Erhu-Piano Trio
Karen Han-Ottosson
Erhu virtuoso, composer, vocalist
Joy Luck Trio
Episode: Joy Luck Trio -- Groundbreaking Pipa-Erhu-Piano Trio
Michael Ostrzyga
Composer and conductor
Episode: Official Trailer: Season 6 Eps.15, The Sound of Perseus feat. Michael Ostrzyga, Composer
Han Chen
Grammy-nominated pianist
Episode: Official Trailer ✅: The Infinite Staircase feat. GRAMMY-nominated Pianist Han Chen

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Yukimi
Host of The Piano Pod; Executive Producer; classical pianist and educator based in NYC

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Lovely piano pod but the new ads!!

    Interesting guests hosted by a passionate likeable host, essential listening for me, thanks piano pod. But the new ads appear too often and in the middle of a sentence!! Sadly i had to stop listening.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Andy J F (Piano)
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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High-quality conversations with varied topics keep the show fresh.
Ads are noticeable and interrupt some listening experiences.
Listeners appreciate the engaging guests and the host's thoughtful questions.
Strong focus on diversity and living composers is a standout value.

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Spirit, Body, and Soul: Pianist & Composer David Berry on Virtuosity, Creativity, and Artistic Identity
Q: What is the title of your upcoming album, and what can listeners expect from it?
The album is Spirit, Body, and Soul Concert Spirituals for Solo Piano, featuring Berry's own spirituals and arrangements, with a focus on deep spiritual and emotional storytelling through piano.
Spirit, Body, and Soul: Pianist & Composer David Berry on Virtuosity, Creativity, and Artistic Identity
Q: Do you plan to spend more time on being a composer from now on?
Yes, the authentic musical self includes both concert piano and composition, and Berry anticipates expanding his output as a composer while continuing to perform.
Spirit, Body, and Soul: Pianist & Composer David Berry on Virtuosity, Creativity, and Artistic Identity
Q: What is the through line that connects everything you do?
The through line is heart—bringing heart and soul to every task, whether performing, teaching, or composing, and letting that authenticity guide all creative choices.
Sound Liberation: Joe Williams on Black Artistry, Legacy & Belonging in Concert Music
Q: What does the Patrice Floyd influence look like in your teaching and composing?
He explains Patrice Floyd's culturally responsive pedagogy and frames authenticity as essential to engaging students, removing barriers, and empowering them to show up as their true selves.
Sound Liberation: Joe Williams on Black Artistry, Legacy & Belonging in Concert Music
Q: Can you tell us about the Vanguard Award and what it means to you personally?
Williams describes the award as validation of his work in education and community impact, recognizing a lineage and responsibility to carry Black musical heritage forward while advocating for systemic changes in representation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Piano Pod

What is The Piano Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on innovative approaches to classical piano, often blending performance with pedagogy, identity, and cross-cultural collaboration. Across episodes, listeners hear conversations with concert pianists, composers, educators, and ensemble founders who push the genre forward—updating repertoire, expanding programming beyond traditional concert halls, and exploring how music can illuminate culture, memory, and identity. Notable throughlines include living composers, Ukrainian and Black artistry in classical music, and transformative collaborations (e.g., cross-cultural trios and multi-genre projects). A standout aspect is the emphasis on practical programming ideas, audience engagement, and the personal journeys behind ambitious... more

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Recent guests on The Piano Pod include:

1. David Berry
2. Joe Williams
3. Oscar Macchioni
4. Anna Shelest
5. Donna Weng Friedman
6. Gao Hong
7. Karen Han-Ottosson
8. Michael Ostrzyga

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