# From Last Chair to Center Stage: Candyce Raiford's Musical Rise- EPISODE 141

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Podcast: [HODGEPOD with Rob Fredette](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hodgepod-with-rob-fredette-5728819)
Published: 2025-10-05T21:47:02+00:00
Episode link: https://rfredett.podbean.com/e/from-last-chair-to-center-stage-candice-rayford-s-musical-rise/
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Duration seconds: 2549

## Resource

Rob Fredette sits down with multi-instrumentalist and producer Candice Raiford to trace her musical journey—from childhood talent shows and learning instruments by ear to mastering violin, cello, clarinet, piano and more. They discuss her creative process, notable experiences with artists and music videos, game-show moments, and upcoming performances in London, offering an intimate look at how she crafts music across genres and platforms. RECORDED JULY 18, 2025

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