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UpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E7: Alexander Shelley, Pacific Symphony's Music Director DesignateHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez reconnect about the first part of 2025 on and off the podium. Then, UpBeat welcomes Alexander Shelley, Music Director Designate of the Pacific Symphony, Music Director of the National Arts Centre Orchestra (Ottawa), Principal Associate Conductor of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and Music Director of Arts Naples. Maestro Shelley chats with our hosts about his principles of leadership, how to prepare for the podium in a wide-reaching way, and about his plans for his work at the Pacific Symphony.
2025-04-101h 01UpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E6: Jami Greenberg, President of Greenberg ArtistsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez catch up about the season so far, and discuss sustainability strategies for conductors. Then, UpBeat welcomes Jami Greenberg, President of Greenberg Artists. Jami chats with our hosts about the creation of compelling programs, advice for young conductors, and her vision for the future of our industry.
2024-12-1652 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E5: Sonja Thoms, Executive Director of the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra.Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez chat about the upcoming season, and the best way to spend a summer to recharge, and prepare for the year ahead. Then, UpBeat welcomes Sonja Thoms, Executive Director of the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra. Sonja chats with our hosts about collaborative leadership, the experience of being a first-year ED, and her vision for an orchestra that serves its community best.
2024-09-091h 00UpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E4: Live Episode! Adam Schoenberg, Composer.Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez reconnect at the end of the season in front of their live studio audience as part of the Everything but Conducting seminar. Then, UpBeat welcomes Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated composer Adam Schoenberg onto the pod. Adam chats with our hosts about the arc of commissioning projects, how a composer can help the conductor during a rehearsal process, and the details of a recording session from inside the booth. During the coda, John and Enrico reflect on the topics of the day and field questions from the live audience.
2024-06-101h 00UpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E3: Cody Fry, Singer-Songwriter.Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez catch up about the 23-24 season so far. Then, UpBeat welcomes the incredible American Singer-Songwriter Cody Fry. Cody thinks about his music with the orchestra in mind from the very beginning, and that symphonic influence is deeply felt. Your favorite hosts explore a variety of topics with Cody including how to best collaborate with pop artists, how he builds shows, and his view on performing "old favorites" versus new music for audiences.
2024-02-2659 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E2: Presenting Yourself in Written Materials. Plus, Lake George Music Festival RoundtableHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss all the ways in which artists express themselves in writing and how to do this in the best possible way. They chat about resumes, biographies, cover letters and social media in this episode's 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes a roundtable of artists from the Lake George Music Festival (where John and Enrico were in residence in August, 2023). Check out their conversation with Music Director Roger Kalia, Concertmaster Amalia Hall, and Conducting Fellow Joshua Edward. We hope you enjoy this latest episode of UpBeat!
2023-09-181h 20UpBeat from Everything ConductingS5E1: LIVE with Roger Kalia, Music Director of the Lake George Music FestivalSeason Five is here! Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez are joined in the premiere LIVE RECORDED episode by Roger Kalia, Music Director of the Lake George Music Festival; Symphony NH; the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra; and Orchestra Santa Monica. The discussion centers around the creation of one's own music festival, advice for young conductors on early career opportunities, and connecting with our communities.
2023-08-0949 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E10: LIVE EPISODE! Special Edition, Live Q&A From the Everything But Conducting Workshop with the Omaha SymphonyHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez answer the tough questions in this first-ever LIVE and IN-PERSON episode of UpBeat. Fielding questions from the participants of the inaugural Everything But Conducting seminar in conjunction with the Omaha Symphony, the guys address lots of topics including the history of the EC organization, managing relationships while guest conducting, and leadership philosophies. We've still got our introduction, fake ad, and coda for you as well... so give a listen to the finale of season 4 of UpBeat!
2023-06-301h 00UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E9: Detroit Symphony CEO Erik Rönmark. Plus Ankush Bahl on the Perfect Conducting VideoHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez are joined by Ankush Bahl in the 4/4 to discuss crafting the perfect audition video. Then, UpBeat welcomes Erik Rönmark, President and CEO of the Detroit Symphony. The discussion centers around community-focused programming, how to stand out as a young conductor, and a discussion of the search process for the DSO's new Music Director, Jader Bignamini.
2023-01-161h 16UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E8: All Things Pre-Rehearsal. Plus: Angel Velez on the Film and TV Conducting WorldHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss everything you need to know to plan the perfect week with a professional orchestra in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Angel Velez, a veteran of the TV and Film conducting world. He chats with the guys about the world of click tracks and streamers, how to rehearse and record in the studio, and what orchestral conductors need to know before their first film gig.
2022-11-221h 06UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E7: Diane Wittry and Jason FettigHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez chat about rehearsal psychology with Col. Jason Fettig, Director of the United States Marine Band in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Diane Wittry, Music Director of the Allentown Symphony Orchestra and the Garden State Philharmonic. In the interview, our trio of conductors chat about Diane's "Beyond the Baton" philosophies, her approach to conducting gesture, and about the amazing programs that she has developed in Allentown to connect with her community.
2022-09-231h 19
Soundweavers2.24 UpBeat CollaborationIn the final Cast Chat and episode of season 2, we are joined by the hosts of UpBeat Podcast (a part of Everything Conducting), John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez, to discuss the similarities between large and small ensemble musicianship, and our respective approaches when developing podcasts.
The transcript for this episode can be found here.
For more information about Everything Conducting, John and Enrico, please visit their websites.
2022-08-2443 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E6: Soundweavers Podcast CollaborationOn this special-edition episode of UpBeat, the guys collaborate on the pod with the amazing hosts of the Soundweavers podcast: Rosanna Moore and Blaire Koerner. You'll hear the normal intro and coda, while the body of the episode is a wide-ranging four-way discussion. Topics of the talk include the challenges and the joys of working with orchestras and chamber groups, business practices that can help you succeed in either setting, and industry trends that we see in the future of classical music. It's a great chance to hear John and Enrico get asked some very interesting questions, and also g...
2022-08-2452 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E5: With Utah Symphony Concertmaster Madeline Adkins! Plus: Exploring the 22-23 Season with John and EnricoHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez reveal the favorite parts of their 22-23 season and how they relate to their overall artistic goals in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Utah Symphony Concertmaster Madeline Adkins who shares her dos/don'ts list for young conductors, the special role of the concertmaster/conductor relationship, and some insights into her new project, "The Maze," a concerto for violin and orchestra by composer Nathan Lincoln de Cusatis.
2022-07-111h 16UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E4: Michael Jinbo Tribute with Anna Edwards. Plus: Julian Kuerti, Music Director of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra!Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez are joined by Anna Edwards to pay tribute to Michael Jinbo in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Julian Kuerti, Music Director of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra and Principal Guest Conductor of the National Symphony Orchestra of Peru. During his interview, he shares his approach to developing relationships as both a Music Director and a guest conductor, strategies for creating programs that truly serve your community, and some amazing stories about his mentors such as Levine, Masur and Iván Fischer! This was an incredible interview-- you won't want to miss it!
2022-06-101h 33UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E3: With Rochester Philharmonic Concertmaster Juliana Athayde and Principal Oboe Erik Behr! Plus: Life at Home and on the Road with John and EnricoHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to thrive musically and in your day-to-day both at home and on the road in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Rochester Philharmonic Concertmaster Juliana Athayde and Principal Oboe Erik Behr who share invaluable advice to conductors of all levels: how to best handle rehearsals with professional orchestras, creating camaraderie with staffs and players, and what they view as the future of successful concert design. You don't want to miss this conversation!
2022-05-121h 19UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E2: With Executive and Leadership Coach (and operatic Mezzo) Elena Armijo! Plus: Taxes for Artists with John and EnricoHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to maximize your tax season with their tips, tricks and record-keeping advice in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Elena Armijo who discusses leadership philosophies for the arts, how we can build culture in our organizations, and what she sees as positive trends for our industry.
2022-03-281h 12UpBeat from Everything ConductingS4E1: Season Premiere with Miguel Harth-Bedoya! Plus: Career Pathways from College to the Pros with John and EnricoHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to chart your path to the podium from undergrad to the professional world in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Miguel Harth-Bedoya who shares his philosophies on the education of young conductors, his core philosophies of conducting, and his connection to many of today's great composers.
2022-02-221h 09UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E10: Peter Throm on Artist Management. Plus: Anna Edwards on Compassionate LeadershipIn the Season 3 Finale, hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to lead our orchestras with vision and compassion alongside guest Anna Edwards in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Peter Throm of Peter Throm Management who discusses pathways to success for conductors, how to obtain and work best with a manager, and how to program the perfect pops concert.
2021-12-131h 08UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E9: All Things Opera. Plus: Michael Ellis Ingram on Building an Operatic CareerHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to have succeed in every stage of leading an operatic production in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes friend of the pod Michael Ellis Ingram as he discusses how to get started in opera, the differences between conducting opera and orchestra, and what everyone needs to know about how to work with singers.
2021-11-301h 03UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E8: Giancarlo Guerrero! Plus: Assistant Conductor Applications and Auditions with Adrienne ValenciaHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to succeed in Assistant Conductor applications and auditions with industry expert Adrienne Valencia in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Giancarlo Guerrero who shares the story of his path to the podium as Music Director of the Nashville Symphony, his advice for young conductors, and his prioritization of work with living American composers.
2021-10-251h 12UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E7: Programming for 2021-22. Plus: Ankush Kumar Bahl Reveals the Thinking Behind his First Season in OmahaHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss their plans for 2021-22 and how they can relate to your future programming in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes Ankush Kumar Bahl who shares his pathway to programming his first season at the Music Director of the Omaha Symphony.
2021-09-201h 13UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E6: Anwar Nasir, Newly Appointed ED of the Louisiana Philharmonic, on How the Orchestra Serves Other Art Forms, Common Goals of Artists and Administrators, and Feeling Full after PerformancesHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez recap their busy July schedules. Then, Upbeat welcomes guest, Anwar Nasir, newly appointed Executive Director of the Louisiana Philharmonic, who discusses his transition from his background as a professional dancer to working with orchestras, connecting with audiences where they are, and giving opportunities to artists that do not have a background in the traditional orchestra setting.
2021-08-0248 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E5: Arts Leadership. Plus: Steve Brosvik and Aubrey Bergauer on the Responsibilities of a Music Director, Mission & Vision, and Serving Our CommunitiesHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez shake up their normal routine, skipping the 4/4 and instead, hearing from two guests! First, UpBeat welcomes Steve Brosvik, President & CEO of the Utah Symphony, who discusses organizational balance, audience assessment, and how to make a quality first impression. Then, Aubrey Bergauer joins the hosts and discusses how to create a welcoming environment, making bold, progressive decisions, and facilitating sustainable success.
2021-07-121h 01UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E4: Working with Soloist. Plus: Natasha Paremski, Piano Soloist, on Working with Conductors, Picking Your Battles, and the New York Piano SocietyHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how conductors can work best with soloists in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Natasha Paremski, internally acclaimed piano soloist, who discusses her collaborations with conductors, her visions for great rehearsals and performances, and her work with the New York Piano Society where she was recently named Artistic Director.
2021-05-1756 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E3: Working with Winds. Plus: Mallory Thompson on Wind Conducting, Educational Philosophy and Programming for the FutureHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how conductors can work best with orchestral wind sections in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Mallory Thompson, Director of Bands at Northwestern University, who discusses how to achieve excellence in conducting winds, commissioning and recording, and her path to the podium.
2021-04-1952 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E2: All Things Education. Plus: Carnegie Hall's Doug Beck on NYO-USA and his Path to Educational ExcellenceHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how conductors can be excellent educators on and off the podium in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Doug Beck, Director of Artist Training Programs at Carnegie Hall. Doug discusses his background in the classical-music world, his time working side-by-side with Lorin Maazel, and his philosophies around NYO-USA.
2021-03-141h 03UpBeat from Everything ConductingS3E1: All Things Pops. Plus: Steven Reineke talks Career and the Future of PopsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss pops programming, conducting and mission in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Steven Reineke, Music Director of the New York Pops, and Principal Pops Conductor of the National Symphony Orchestra, the Houston Symphony and Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Maestro Reineke discusses his path to the podium, the skills needed for pops conducting, and the impact that pops programming can have on your community.
2021-02-2158 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E10: Innovative Concert Design. Plus: Thomas Wilkins talks Meaning in MusicHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss innovative concert design in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Thomas Wilkins, Music Director of the Omaha Symphony. Maestro Wilkins discusses his musical and personal philosophies, changes he would like to see in the industry, and the "why" in what we do as conductors.
2020-12-0759 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E9: The Inside Look at the Orchestra Staff, part 2. Plus: Tracy Kornet, Anchor for NBC 4-Nashville, talks Public SpeakingHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the people we will work with at our first big orchestra job in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Tracy Kornet, Anchor for NBC 4-Nashville. Tracy talks about her path to the news desk, tips for public speaking, and gives her advice for acing the interview.
2020-11-3046 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E8: The Inside Look at the Orchestra Staff, part 1. Plus: Marcia Farabee, Former Principal Librarian of the National SO, talks How to Work with your Library Team, Copyright Issues, and NSO Music Director StoriesHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the people we will work with at our first big orchestra job in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Marcia Farabee, former Principal Librarian and the National Symphony Orchestra. In the conversation, Marcia discusses her tools for a successful relationship between librarians and conductors, how to navigate the murky waters of copyright issues, and she shares her stories about some of the legendary NSO music directors.
2020-11-2347 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E7: Youth Orchestras. Plus: Ankush Bahl, MD Designate of the Omaha Symphony.Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the ins and outs of working with youth orchestras in the 4/4. This episode's features an extended 4/4 as this topic is so broad. During beat 4, the guys welcome Ankush Kumar Bahl, Music Director Designate of the Omaha Symphony, to share his thoughts on youth-orchestra success.
2020-11-1646 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E6: Success with the Press. Plus: Marc Uys, ED of the Princeton SO, talks Advice for Young Conductors, the Role of Staff Conductors, and the Importance of Fundraising.Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how we can succeed in our relationship with the press in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Marc Uys, ED of the Princeton Symphony Orchestra. In the conversation, Marc discusses the hiring process for Assistant Conductors and guest conductors, fundraising advice, and shares his tenets of administrative success.
2020-11-0946 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingSpecial: Zoya Leybin on her Life as a MusicianZoya Leybin's journey through a musical life is inspiring in every way. She received her training in the Soviet Union and came to the United States with a dream to join the San Francisco Symphony. Her story is one that the UpBeat podcast team cannot wait to share with you all. This is a must-listen not only for conductors, but for everyone in our industry. She inspires and sends to us all a message of love and healing.
2020-11-0148 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E5: Music Director Audition Weeks. Plus: Michelle Merrill, MD of the Coastal Symphony of Georgia, talks Guest Conducting, Career Development, and the Role of Music DirectorHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss all the facets of a Music Director search week in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Michelle Merrill, Music Director of the Coastal Symphony of Georgia. The conversation includes discussions about career paths for conductors, her experience at the Detroit Symphony, her recent debut with the National Symphony, and advice for early-career music directors.
2020-10-2547 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E4: The Role of Staff Conductors. Plus: Matthew Oberstein, VP of Opus 3 Artists, talks Conducting Careers, Artist Representation, and Industry TrendsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the role of staff conductor in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Matthew Oberstein, VP of Opus 3 Artists. The conversation includes discussions about how conductors can acquire representation, strategies for career development, and the state of our industry as many orchestras return to performance.
2020-10-1948 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E3: Preconcert Lectures. Plus: Richard Scerbo, Director of the National Orchestral Institute+Festival, talks Selecting Guest Conductors, Conducting Career Paths, and Administration in the ArtsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss developing excellent preconcert lectures in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Richard Scerbo, Director of the National Orchestral Institute+Festival. The conversation includes discussions about running a top-tier summer festival, selecting guest conductors, and all of the various conducting positions Richard holds that contribute to a well-rounded artistic life.
2020-10-1247 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E2: Jason Fettig, Director of the US Marine Band, "The President's Own"Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez speak with guest Col. Jason Fettig, the 28th director of the United States Marine Band, "The President's Own." Topics include military careers for musicians, Col. Fettig's own pathway, and the incredible collaborations and projects the Marine Band has been able to pursue under his tenure.
2020-10-0546 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS2E1: Programming a Classical Season w. Ankush Bahl. Plus: Anna Edwards talks "Important Voices"Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss programming a classical season with special guest Ankush Bahl in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes EC team member Anna Edwards for her segment: "Important Voices." Anna discusses some amazing composers and pieces that she discovered during her quarantine project: "100 Days of Social Listening."
2020-09-2848 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E10: First Steps After Grad School. Plus: Laura Colgate, Concertmaster (National Phil. and Greenville SO) and Co-Founder, Boulanger Initiative, talks Advocacy, Programming Resources, and Great Orchestral String PlayingHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the best steps young conductors can take immediately after graduate school in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Laura Colgate, Concertmaster of the National Philharmonic and the Greenville (SC) Symphony Orchestra, and Co-Founder of the Boulanger Initiative. Laura discusses the important work of conductors as advocates for composers, resources available through the Boulanger Initiative, and playing in the world's great orchestras.
2020-08-3143 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E9: Programming Pops. Plus: Sasha Cooke, Mezzo-Soprano, talks Career, Balance, and Working with ConductorsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss programming a pops season in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Sasha Cooke, a world-known mezzo-soprano, currently Artist in Residence at the San Francisco Symphony. Ms. Cooke discusses how she chooses projects, her strategies for achieving work-life balance, and how the best conductors collaborate.
2020-08-2446 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingSpecial: Titus Underwood, Principal Oboe of the Nashville Symphony, On Race and MusicHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez interview oboist Titus Underwood, Principal Oboe of the Nashville Symphony Orchestra. Titus is the first black oboist to receive tenure as a principal player in a major US symphony. During the interview, Titus discusses his path to Nashville, how race impacts orchestras as institutions, and how the audition process should be changed to ensure fairness of process.
2020-08-1742 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E8: Conducting Movies. Plus: Camille Cintrón Devlin, Arts Communications Consultant, talks PR, Social Media, and the Latina Experience in the ArtsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss conducting live movies and soundtrack recordings in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Camille Cintrón Devlin, a PR and Communications professional who has worked at institutions such as the Kennedy Center, Wolf Trap, and projects like Gourmet Symphony. The conversation includes advice for success in the areas of PR, social media, and branding. Plus, she explores the experience of Latino women in the arts industry.
2020-08-1047 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E7: Starting Your Own Project. Plus: Gabriel Lefkowitz, Concertmaster of the Louisville Orchestra, on Conductor Searches and Working with your ConcertmasterHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the steps that go into starting a new project before you go public in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Gabriel Lefkowitz, Concertmaster of the Louisville Orchestra. The conversation includes advice for success during conductor/music director searches, and for how best to work with the concertmaster of your orchestra.
2020-08-0342 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E6: Mailbag! Plus: James Ross, Music Director of the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, on CreativityHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez answer listener questions on conducting gesture, how to find your way to the podium, and orchestral setups in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes James Ross, Music Director of the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, who discusses his path to the podium, creativity in our field, and where orchestras can go next.
2020-07-2741 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E5: Assistant Conductor Auditions. Plus: Peter Kazaras, Director of Opera UCLA, talks Bernstein Stories and Success in OperaHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss assistant conductor auditions in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Peter Kazaras, Director of Opera UCLA. The conversation includes advice for young conductors regarding success in the opera field, as well as stories about Kazaras' time working under the baton of Leonard Bernstein.
2020-07-2044 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E4: The Art of Cover Conducting. Plus: Jessica Slais, VP of Artistic Administration-Nashville Symphony, Talks Collaboration with Artistic AdministratorsHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss the art of cover conducting in the 4/4. Then, UpBeat welcomes guest Jessica Slais, VP of Artistic Administration at the Nashville Symphony, who gives advice to conductors about how to collaborate best with orchestras' administrations.
2020-07-1339 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E3: Your First Professional Rehearsal and the League Conference. Plus: Michael Votta, Director of Bands- U Md., Talks Smaller-Ensemble RepertoireHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss how to succeed during your first rehearsal with a new professional orchestra. Plus, the hosts welcome special guest Dr. Michael Votta Jr., President Elect of the CBDNA and Director of Bands at the University of Maryland, and examine reduced-ensemble repertoire that will be useful for all conductors when we return from COVID-19.
2020-07-0639 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingSpecial: Ankush Bahl, Omaha Symphony Music Director AnnouncementHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez interview Everything Conducting Co-Founder, Ankush Bahl, the newly appointed Music Director (starting fall, 2021) of the Omaha Symphony. Topics include his path to the position, goals for his tenure, and the types of challenges and fears that conductors face when taking a position of this magnitude.
2020-06-2437 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingSpecial: Michael Ellis Ingram On Race and MusicHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez interview conductor Michael Ellis Ingram, Kapellmeister und Solorepetitor at the Staatstheater in Schwerin, Germany. Michael discusses his musical journey from the US to Europe, conducting in Germany, and racial issues in the US and abroad.
2020-06-1738 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E2: Defining your Artistic Identity. Plus: Anna Edwards from Everything Conducting talks "Important Voices"Hosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss defining your artistic identity in the 4/4 and welcome guest Anna Edwards, who talks about her career, her advocacy for female conductors, and her projects promoting the work of underrepresented composers.
2020-06-1037 minUpBeat from Everything ConductingS1E1: Vulnerable Leadership and New Ideas from Quarantine. Plus: Ankush Kumar Bahl on the Everything Conducting projectHosts John Devlin and Enrico Lopez-Yañez discuss lessons to learn from COVID-19 times, welcome special guest Ankush Kumar Bahl, and examine artistic leadership through vulnerability.
2020-05-2932 min