{"podcast":{"title":"The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano music","slug":"the-piano-pod-a-global-hub-for-innovation-education-and-connection-in-classical-piano-music-3417546","podcast_index_feed_id":3417546,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/the-piano-pod/feed.xml","website_url":"https://thepianopod.com","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/the-piano-pod/20250214_080208_d98acf1c20b41521de56c03ae56b288f.png","author":"Yukimi Song","episode_count":231,"summary":"...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, with a specific focus on the 🎹 piano. In a biweekly format, the show explores intriguing discussions with guests breaking exciting new ground in the classical music industry. The Piano Pod aims to nurture a thriving community that embraces innovative approaches to ensure classical music's relevance and vitality in today's dynamic landscape. \"How can I present the beautiful tradition of classical music to the 21st-century audience in a fun, contemporary, and engaging way?\" When I started building a piano studio in the trendy neighborhood of Downtown Manhattan in 2007 while in the NYU graduate program in piano studies, I began to ponder this question. I realized the stark difference in expectations toward classical music and music education between music professionals and the general public. T…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-piano-pod-a-global-hub-for-innovation-education-and-connection-in-classical-piano-music-3417546"},"episode":{"title":"Music As Witness feat. Concert Pianist, Anna Shelest","slug":"music-as-witness-feat-concert-pianist-anna-shelest","published_at":"2026-05-05T23:42:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-piano-pod-a-global-hub-for-innovation-education-and-connection-in-classical-piano-music-3417546/music-as-witness-feat-concert-pianist-anna-shelest","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-piano-pod-a-global-hub-for-innovation-education-and-connection-in-classical-piano-music-3417546","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/the-piano-pod/2792679","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/192273/2792679/the-piano-pod/2026_05_04_13_52_10_6b75ba75-02d8-45e7-b8bc-c892037db5fd.mp3","summary":"In this episode of The Piano Pod , we are joined by concert pianist Anna Shelest . Her work spans major orchestral collaborations, recording projects, and repertoire advocacy — but this conversation centers on her latest album A Romantic from Kharkiv; Music of Sergei Bortkiewicz and the deeper artistic and cultural meaning behind it. Together, we explore how music becomes a form of testimony — shaped by memory, identity, and history — and how Shelest’s connection to Kharkiv, Ukraine informs her interpretation of Bortkiewicz’s music. We also discuss her Donna Voce project, her collaboration with conductor Neeme Järvi on Anton Rubinstein’s piano concertos, and her work as part of the Shelest Piano Duo with her husband, Dmitri Shelest. This episode is sponsored by the Alexander & Buono Foundation , an organization dedicated to supporting classical musicians through performance opportunities, recordings, and artistic development. This episode offers a powerful reflection on rediscovery, cultural heritage, and the role of classical music in today’s world. 📖 Read the blog ( Meet Our Guest ): Anna Shelest — Concert Pianist 🎧 Listen to Anna Shelest on Spotify 🎬 Explore more video clips on YouTube 💖 Become a VIP Member / Unlock Exclusive Content on Substack 🎵 Listen to the Season 6 Piano Playlist NOMINATE GUESTS FOR SEASON 7: https://forms.gle/z3Q78dtTBbe5hdYr9 📫 Join our Newsletter 🌐 Visit our Website 📱 Follow The Piano Pod on Instagram , Facebook , and TikTok 🔗 Access all links via Linktree 🎧 Available on YouTube and all podcast platforms. Subscribe for more conversations on creativity, artistry, and the future of classical music.","meta_description":"In this episode of The Piano Pod , we are joined by concert pianist Anna Shelest . 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