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

Yukimi Song
Classical Music
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Latin American Music
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Music Education
Piano Pedagogy
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Danny Holt
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Megan Ihnen
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South African Composers
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...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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Latest Episodes

Composer Sean Hickey joins The Piano Pod to discuss Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind — his monumental piano cycle inspired by Yuval Noah Harari’s bestselling book.

From imagined orders and human cooperation to empire, biology, AI, and the futu... more

🎥 Here is the trailer for our new eps featuring Sean Hickey, Composer/Record Label Executive

Composer Sean Hickey joins The Piano Pod to discuss Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind for the Piano — his monumental piano cycle inspired by Yuval Noa... more

This surprise bonus episode was created in collaboration with Mannes School of Music at The New School.

In this conversation, I sit down with Pavlina Dokovska — internationally active concert pianist, Chair of the Piano Department at Mannes School o... more

🚨 Bonus Episode Drops Tonight

Here’s the trailer.

Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship with Pavlina Dokovska

What does it really take to build an artist?

In this special collaboration, The Piano Pod sits down with Pavlina Dokovska — inter... more

In this episode of The Piano Pod, host Yukimi Song sits down with pianist, composer, visual artist, and poet Asiya Korepanova for a wide-ranging conversation on extreme repertoire, transcription as a creative act, long-form artistic commitment, and w... more

🎬 Official Trailer — Fearless Visionwith Asiya Korepanova

For our upcoming episode of The Piano Pod, host Yukimi Song sits down with Asiya Korepanova — pianist, composer, visual artist, and poet — for a deep conversation on long-form artistic commi... more

In this episode of The Piano Pod, host Yukimi Song sits down with pianist, recording artist, and multidisciplinary creator Aïda Lahlou for an in-depth conversation on Ravel’s Miroirs, sound as physical reality, and what it means to build an artistic ... more

🎬 OFFICIAL TRAILER Season 6, Episode 10 Mirrors and Echoes — Ravel, Resonance, and Reframing Tradition

What happens when Ravel’s Miroirs becomes the center of a much larger listening journey? In this episode of The Piano Pod, I sit down with Aïda ... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Hickey
American composer and record label executive, known for his piano cycle inspired by the book "Sapiens".
Episode: Official Trailer: "Sapiens - A Human History on the Piano feat. Sean Hickey
Jiwon Yang
Graduate student at Mannes School of Music and recent first prize winner of the Concerto Competition
Mannes School of Music
Episode: "Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship" Pavlina Dokovska on Pedagogy, Leadership, and the Mannes International Piano Festival
Pavlina Dokovska
Concert pianist and chair of the Piano Department at Mannes School of Music
Mannes School of Music
Episode: Official Trailer: Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship feat. Pavlina Dokovska
Asiya Korepanova
Pianist, composer, visual artist, and poet known for her daring piano transcriptions.
Episode: Official Trailer: "Fearless Vision" feat. Asiya Korepanova, Pianist/Composer/Visual Artist
Aïda Lahlou
UK-based award-winning pianist and multidisciplinary artist
Episode: Official Trailer ✅: "Mirrors & Echoes" feat. Aïda Lahlou
Ammiel Bushakevitz
Israeli South African concert pianist and recording artist
Episode: Schubert Now: Storytelling, Connection, and the Road to the 2028 Bicentennial
Anli Lin Tong
Concert pianist, educator, and lecturer
Episode: Bells of Nagasaki — Anli Lin Tong on Faith, Lineage, and the Artist’s Callin
Elena Riu
Venezuelan-born pianist, recording artist, educator, and yoga teacher
Episode: The Embodied Pianist: Elena Riu on Presence, Breath, and Artistic Freedom
Quentin Walston
Jazz pianist, recording artist, educator, and founder of This Is Jazz
This Is Jazz
Episode: Official Trailer ✅: This Is Jazz, Season 6 Episode 5, feat. Quentin Walston

Host

Yukimi
Yukimi is a classical pianist and educator based in New York City, who serves as the host and executive producer of the show. She has a deep passion for classical music, education, and community engagement, advocating for innovation within the field.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 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 Kingdom3 months ago

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"Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship" Pavlina Dokovska on Pedagogy, Leadership, and the Mannes International Piano Festival
Q: What do you hope participants carry forward beyond the festival, both artistically and personally?
I hope they learn a lot, enjoy their time in New York City, and grow as musicians through unlimited practice opportunities and experiences.
"Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship" Pavlina Dokovska on Pedagogy, Leadership, and the Mannes International Piano Festival
Q: What attracted you to apply for the Mannes International Piano Festival?
The strong reputation of the festival and the excellent faculty involved, especially my professor Pavlina Dokovska, motivated me to apply.
"Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship" Pavlina Dokovska on Pedagogy, Leadership, and the Mannes International Piano Festival
Q: What keeps you at Mannes for such a long time?
The passionate community and the incredible faculty members, who foster an environment of support and collaboration, are what keep me here.
"Building Artists Through Music & Mentorship" Pavlina Dokovska on Pedagogy, Leadership, and the Mannes International Piano Festival
Q: What does it mean to train young pianists as complete artists in this modern world?
Training pianists today involves balancing tradition with modern challenges, offering personal support while respecting each student's uniqueness and needs.
Bells of Nagasaki — Anli Lin Tong on Faith, Lineage, and the Artist’s Callin
Q: So why did this moment feel so important for you to share through music?
It's all about the people who receive the message, emerging from a personal connection with her father's story.

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

The content features a blend of innovative discussions focused on classical piano music, emphasizing educational approaches and creative methods aimed at engaging contemporary audiences. By hosting a variety of guests, including renowned pianists, composers, music educators, and industry experts, the episodes explore how classical music can evolve to capture the interest of modern listeners and ensure its relevance in today's culture. Special topics include the intersection of traditional music practices with contemporary innovations, techniques for nurturing the next generation of musicians, and advocacy for mental health and well-being among artists. This podcast acts as a vital resource for anyone interested in the future of classical mu... more

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Recent guests on The Piano Pod include:

1. Sean Hickey
2. Jiwon Yang
3. Pavlina Dokovska
4. Asiya Korepanova
5. Aïda Lahlou
6. Ammiel Bushakevitz
7. Anli Lin Tong
8. Elena Riu

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