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The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 24 w/ Ying LiYing Li is the First Prize winner of the 2021 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, as well as recipient of The Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival Prize and the Tri-I Noon Recitals Prize. She has received top awards in numerous national and international competitions including the inaugural Antonio Mormone International Prize, Sarasota Artist Series Piano Competition, Brevard Music Festival, and was a finalist at Concours musical international de Montréal. Ms. Li has performed with many leading orchestras such as The Philadelphia Orchestra, New Jersey Symphony, Brevard Music Festival Orchestra, L'Accademia Orchestra del La Scala, NWD-Philharmoniker, and the Stuttgart P...
2025-08-181h 11The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 23 w/ Jack GaoJack Gao was named the winner of the Naumburg International Piano Competition in 2023. Most recently he was personally selected by Martha Argerich to be the second recipient of the Martha Argerich Piano Award which was presented in collaboration with Steinway Hamburg. This prize is awarded to a pianist under the age of 30, whom Argerich would like to draw the attention of the public and the music world. Part of the award includes a concerto performance with the Hamburg Symphony Orchestra. He began playing the piano at age four and studying composition at age nine. In 2016, he entered Middle School...
2025-08-0445 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 22 w/ Timothy Chooihttps://www.timothychooi.com/
Instagram: @timmychooi Timmy was our first in-person guest on episode 15. Please consider watching that episode if you haven't already. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-WB2ZNJ3S8&t=1426s
2025-07-131h 06The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 21 w/ Sydney LeeKorean-American cellist Sydney Lee has established herself as an artist of refined elegance and profound sincerity. She garnered recognition when she claimed both 1st prize at the 2022 Washington International Competition and 2nd prize at the 2022 Classic Strings International Competition. Most recently, she was awarded the inaugural $50,000 Gurrena Fellowship from Meadowmount School of Music. Additional accolades include 1st prize at the International Antonio Janigro Cello Competition in Croatia, where she subsequently debuted with the Zagreb Soloists. Since her solo debut with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at age 13, Sydney has continued to perform extensively throughout the United States, Europe...
2024-10-271h 10The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 21 w/ Sydney LeeKorean-American cellist Sydney Lee has established herself as an artist of refined elegance and profound sincerity. She garnered recognition when she claimed both 1st prize at the 2022 Washington International Competition and 2nd prize at the 2022 Classic Strings International Competition. Most recently, she was awarded the inaugural $50,000 Gurrena Fellowship from Meadowmount School of Music. Additional accolades include 1st prize at the International Antonio Janigro Cello Competition in Croatia, where she subsequently debuted with the Zagreb Soloists. Since her solo debut with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at age 13, Sydney has continued to perform extensively throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia...
2024-10-2600 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 20 w/ Christine J. LeeMotivated and hungry for new experiences, Korean-born, Philadelphia-made cellist and activist, Christine J. Lee, crosses cultural boundaries through music and aims to connect people around the world. She is the most recent winner of the Isang Yun international competition in Korea as well as a laureate of the first Queen Elisabeth International Cello Competition. Some of her highlights for this season includes the American premiere of Andrea Tarrodi's Concerto, as well as her debut at the Berlin Philharmonie lunch series. In her previous seasons, she successfully made her debut with the Brussels Philharmonic playing the Brahms Double Concerto with...
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Good Revenue News54 | What Sets High Performance Companies Apart? #2 (Deep Dive)This episode of Good Revenue, hosted by Neeta Bidwai, is the second installment of our special series focusing on the characteristics that differentiate high performance organizations from average performers.Topics include the importance of being outcome-oriented rather than just focusing on output, fostering a growth mindset with openness and flexibility, the significance of an ethical and data-driven approach, empowering employees, maintaining a strong company culture and vision, understanding customer needs, and having diverse expertise in leadership.Highlights:00:17 Chris Jones on Product Alignment and Outcomes02:53 Shinyoung Park on Growth Mindset
2024-10-0812 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 19 w/ Maron KhouryAt age 20, virtuoso flutist Maron Anis Khoury became the youngest musician to join the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. Born in the village of Tarshiha, Galilee, to a musical family, Khoury started playing the flute at the age of 11. Three years later, he was admitted to the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia to study with renowned flutist Jeffrey Khaner.
Prior to his enrollment at Curtis, Khoury studied with Eyal Ein-Habar and Uri Shoham (Israel Philharmonic), Sara Andon (Idyllwild Arts Academy), and David Shostak (Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra.)
Khoury is a recipient of...
2024-10-061h 08The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 18 w/ Isabelle Ai DurrenbergerAmerican violinist Isabelle Ai Durrenberger is praised for her imaginative, striking performances and her ability to communicate with sincere artistry. Currently based in New York City, Isabelle is a 2023-25 fellow of Carnegie Hall's renowned Ensemble Connect program. An avid chamber musician, Isabelle is recognized nationally for her unique collaborative instincts. Her 2024-25 season features solo and collaborative invitations including performances with the Boston Chamber Music Society, Jupiter Chamber Players (NYC), Orpheus Chamber Orchestra in Carnegie Hall (NYC), THe Knights (NYC), and the Grammy-nominated conductorless chamber orchestra, A Far Cry (Boston). In 2022, she completed her graduate studies at the...
2024-09-261h 07The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 17 w/ Gaeun Kim (김가은)Gaeun Kim, a 20-year-old cellist based in New York, has been spotlighted as an outstanding virtuosic performer and a winner of numerous competitions worldwide. Her journey began with winning both the first prize and the special award at the Antonio Janigro Competition in Zagreb, Croatia at her age of 10. She has also secured first prizes in the Liezen International Competition, David Popper International Cello Competition, East Coast International Competition. Gaeun is recognized as one of “26 Representative Stars in the Culture & Arts Industry of the Republic of Korea,” a “Samsung Foundation Rising Star,” and as one of the six winners of the ‘...
2024-08-1542 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 16 w/ Sami SeifSami Seif (b. 1998) is a Lebanese composer, music theorist and pianist. His music is inspired by the aesthetics, philosophies, paradigms and poetry of his Middle-Eastern heritage. His work has been described as “very tasteful and flavorful” with “beautiful, sensitive writing!” His latest musical concerns center around the phenomenology of time and of differing degrees of focus. Seif's music has been performed by such renowned artists as Mary Kay Fink and Stanley Konopka of The Cleveland Orchestra, and has been recognized internationally by a number of institutions.
Originally from the small town of Ashkout in Mount Lebanon...
2024-08-0951 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 15 w/ Timothy ChooiInternationally acclaimed violinist Timothy Chooi, (pronounced as “Chewy,”) has captivated audiences worldwide with his virtuosic and finely nuanced performances. He is highly sought after for his passionate renditions and extensive repertoire, as well as his exceptional ability to connect with a global audience, amassing a media following of millions of viewers who have tuned in to his music. Chooi gained international recognition by winning First Prize at the Joseph Joachim International Violin Competition in Hannover, Germany, and Second Prize at the Queen Elisabeth International Competition. He also received the prestigious classical music award, the “Yves Paternot Prize” at the Verbier...
2024-07-221h 27The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 14 w/ Oliver HerbertOliver Herbert is a concert cellist with a rapidly growing international presence. The recipient of a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant, Oliver's natural musicianship and connective performances are carving a unique path in the world of music. As a soloist, Oliver has appeared with world renowned orchestras including the San Francisco Symphony and Chicago Symphony Orchestra, working with conductors such as Michael Tilson Thomas, Juanjo Mena, and Alexander Shelley. His work is fueled by a passion for music ranging from past centuries to the present, with concerto performances spotlighting works from C.P.E. Bach to Haydn, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Dvorak...
2024-06-271h 11The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 14 w/ Oliver HerbertOliver Herbert is a concert cellist with a rapidly growing international presence. The recipient of a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant, Oliver's natural musicianship and connective performances are carving a unique path in the world of music. As a soloist, Oliver has appeared with world renowned orchestras including the San Francisco Symphony and Chicago Symphony Orchestra, working with conductors such as Michael Tilson Thomas, Juanjo Mena, and Alexander Shelley. His work is fueled by a passion for music ranging from past centuries to the present, with concerto performances spotlighting works from C.P.E. Bach to Haydn, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Dvorak...
2024-06-1600 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 13 w/ Jonathan SwensenRising star of the cello Jonathan Swensen is the recipient of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant and was recently featured as both Musical America's ‘New Artist of the Month' and ‘One to Watch' in Gramophone Magazine. Jonathan first fell in love with the cello upon hearing the Elgar Concerto at the age of six, and ultimately made his concerto debut performing that very piece with Portugal's Orquestra Sinfónica do Porto Casa da Música. September 2022 saw the release of Jonathan's debut recording ‘Fantasia', on Champs Hill Records, an album of works for solo cello which received rave reviews on its r...
2024-06-101h 17The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 12 w/ Stephen TavaniViolinist Stephen Tavani is Assistant Concertmaster of The Cleveland Orchestra and has appeared as guest concertmaster with many other orchestras including the Indianapolis, Houston and Kansas City Symphonies. The New York Times commented about his playing that “…Tavani sometimes cooled his tone to the smoothness of frosted glass, adding a soft-focus filter to the chiseled melodies…”. Mr. Tavani was featured playing Rismky Korsakov's Scheherazade with the Cleveland Orchestra at the 2022 summer Blossom season. He has collaborated as soloist with conductors Carlos Miguel Prieto, Andrew Litton, and Miriam Burns. Before joining The Cleveland Orchestra in 2018, he was concertmaster of the Chamber...
2024-05-1658 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 11 w/ Karisa ChiuHaving been born into a musical family, Karisa began her studies at age two with her father, Cornelius Chiu, a violinist in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. She also performs frequently with her mother, pianist Inah Chiu. The Chiu family has given annual concerts at the Festival of the Arts at Mohonk Mountain House where her immediate family is joined with her uncle, pianist Frederic Chiu. She has performed in many music festivals around the globe including Music@Menlo as an International Program Artist, Chigiana Summer Academy, Four Seasons Winter Workshop, Music from Angel Fire, Aspen Music Festival, and Sarasota...
2024-05-1043 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 10 w/ Balourdet QuartetThe celebrated Balourdet Quartet produces both emotionally intense and intimate moments on international stages. Its unique closeness and willingness to take creative risks earned it the 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant, as well as Chamber Music America's 2024 Cleveland Quartet Award. With more than 70 concerts per season, recent highlights include the Balourdet's debuts at Carnegie and Wigmore Halls, and new string quartets by composers Karim Al-Zand and Paul Novak through grants from Chamber Music America (2021) and the Barlow Foundation (2023). They are currently the Graduate Quartet in Residence at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University and are recent graduates of...
2024-05-011h 49The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 9 w/ Genevieve SmelserGenevieve Smelser joined the violin section of The Cleveland Orchestra in August 2023. She comes from a family of musicians in Chicago, Illinois, and her primary teachers included Mathias Tacke of the Vermeer Quartet and Gerardo Ribeiro. Smelser received her bachelor's degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music in 2017 as a student of Stephen Rose. During her studies at CIM, she won the 2015 Concerto Competition — performing Brahms's Violin Concerto with the CIM Orchestra as a result — and received the 2017 Award of Violin Excellence upon graduating. In 2019, Smelser received her master's degree from Rice University's Shepherd School of Music as a stud...
2024-04-1149 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 8 w/ Roric CunninghamA native of Manchester, N.H., Roric Cunningham joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra cello section in August 2023 at Tanglewood. He began cello studies at age 12 and two years later started taking lessons at the Manchester Community Music with Harel Gietheim. In 2017, he won the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra and Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra competitions and subsequently performed with those orchestras. He has also appeared as soloist with the New Hampshire Philharmonic. Cunningham attended the National Youth Orchestra in 2018 and 2019, touring with the ensemble to London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Hamburg, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, and other cities around the world, playing at such...
2024-04-1146 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 7 w/ Kevin LinOriginally from the greater New York area, violinist Kevin Lin has received international recognition for his musicianship and “soulful” playing (The Arts Desk). Lin currently serves as Concertmaster of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. Lin is a highly sought after Concertmaster, previously holding the position of Co-Leader in the London Philharmonic Orchestra. His Guest Concertmaster appearances have included the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Houston Symphony, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London, Singapore Symphony Orchestra, and the Taiwan Philharmonic. In addition to his Concertmaster duties, Lin has appeared as soloist with major orchestras throughout the United Stat...
2024-04-051h 15The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 6 w/ Nathan ChanNathan Chan's multifaceted career exemplifies his dedication to exploring the diverse dimensions of the cello, sharing his musical vision across solo, chamber music, and orchestral realms. His unwavering belief in music's power to bridge gaps and create connections drives him to engage audiences and foster a sense of community through his artistry. Embracing technology and social media, Nathan has managed to invite others into the world of classical music, encouraging camaraderie among musicians and patrons alike Named a local Forbes 30 Under 30 for Seattle, Nathan has harnessed the power of technology and social media to draw new audiences to classical music...
2024-04-0554 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 5 w/ Austin HuntingtonAustin Huntington was appointed principal cellist of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in June 2015 at the age of 20, currently making him one of the youngest principal musicians in a major American orchestra. He was recently the runner-up for the San Francisco Symphony's principal cello position in March 2022 as well as a finalist for the Boston Symphony Orchestra's principal cello position in March 2018. Du …
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2024-04-051h 35The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 4 w/ Alex HoffmanAlexandria Hoffman is a third-year fellow with the New World Symphony. She was previously acting Associate Principal Flute with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra as well as a Flute Fellow with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. She has performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and has appeared as a soloist with Yo-Yo Ma. Alex's passion for mental health led her to co-found Sound Mind in the fall of 2019. In her free time, she enjoys running, biking, and playing with her dog, Barry.
2024-04-0543 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 3 w/ William HagenWilliam Hagen has performed as soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. In 2022/23, William performs with orchestras around the United States, makes his debut with the Orquesta Filharmónica de Bogotá, and performs as soloist and chamber musician in several countries in Europe. As soloist, William has appeared with the Chicago Symphony, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Detroit Symphony, Frankfurt Radio Symphony (HR Sinfonieorchester), San Francisco Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Utah Symphony, and many others around the globe. As recitalist and chamber musician, William has performed at venues such as Wigmore Hall and the Lo...
2024-04-0557 minThe Whole Note PodcastEpisode 2 w/ Zsolt BognárPianist, host, and author Zsolt Bognár is known to many around the globe in musical and cultural circles. As pianist, he has performed in Europe, Asia, and United States, and recorded a highly-praised debut album of works of Schubert and Liszt. He has appeared at New York's Lincoln Center and 92nd Street Y, and at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. With notable performances in Berlin, Vienna, Munich, Amsterdam, Tokyo, Chicago, and Los Angeles, he has appeared on many NPR programs including full-length recital programs and interviews; he hosts broadcasts including at Live with Carnegie Hall. As p...
2024-04-051h 03The Whole Note PodcastEpisode 1 w/ Albert Cano SmitA musician who has been praised as “a moving young poet” (Le Devoir), Spanish/Dutch pianist Albert Cano Smit enjoys a growing international career on the orchestral, recital, and chamber music stages. Noted for his captivating performances, storytelling quality and nuanced musicality, the First Prize winner of the 2019 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions has appeared as a soloist with the Las Vegas Philharmonic, the San Diego Symphony, Montréal Symphony, the Colorado Music Festival Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle, Orquesta Filarmónica de Boca del Río, Barcelona Symphony, Catalonia National Orchestra, Manchester Camerata, Nottingham Youth Orchest...
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