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Process The PodcastHow Zara Wong Built the #1 Style Substack & Redefined Fashion JournalismIn this episode of Process, Arielle sits down with Zara Wong—former Vogue editor, brand consultant, and the powerhouse behind Screenshot List, Australia's #1 fashion and style Substack. Zara has shaped the industry from the inside out, working at prestigious brands like Vogue, Mecca, and Aje before carving out her own lane in digital publishing.We discuss her evolution from aspiring magazine editor to leading one of Australia’s most influential fashion newsletters, how she’s redefining style journalism in the Substack era, and why curation is more powerful than ever in a world oversaturated with content....2025-02-161h 21

Your Favorite Stories, Now in Your Ears - Full AudiobookMuse of Maiden Lane Audiobook by Mimi MatthewsListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 760977 Title: Muse of Maiden Lane Author: Mimi Matthews Narrator: Stewart Crank, Zara Hampton-Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 15:30:00 Language: English Release date: 11-19-24 Publisher: Penguin Audio Genres: Historical Romance Summary: A BookBub Best Historical Romance in 2024! A silver-haired equestrienne and a charismatic artist turn a scandalous bargain into a vibrant portrait of love. Stella Hobhouse is a brilliant rider, stalwart friend, skilled sketch artist—and completely overlooked. Her outmodish gray hair makes her invisible to London society. Combined with her brother’s pious restrictions and her dwindling inheritance, Stella is on...2024-11-193h 30

Unlock the Magic of Words with Free AudiobookCottage on Pelican Bay Audiobook by Brenda JacksonListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 691055 Title: Cottage on Pelican Bay Author: Brenda Jackson Narrator: Ron Butler Format: Unabridged Length: 08:28:29 Language: English Release date: 08-20-24 Publisher: HarlequinAudio Genres: Fiction & Literature, General, Black Literature Summary: "Brenda Jackson writes romance that sizzles and characters you fall in love with." —Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author Sometimes one hot night simply isn’t enough. Two years ago, Zara Miller found herself heartbroken and stranded in a New Orleans hotel bar with a sexy stranger named “Saint.” One thing led to another and to a night of unforge...2024-08-208h 28

Daily Tech HeadlinesAMD Announces Zen 5 Architecture-Based Ryzen 9000-Series Desktop CPUs - DTHX formally lets users post adult and graphic content on the platform, Spotify hikes prices in the US, retail chain Zara is expanding live shopping broadcasts after success in China. Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Want an ad-free feed and support the show directly? You can for just $3 a month: https://plus.acast.com/s/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-0306 min

SvensktoppenDubbel på Svensktoppen för Zara LarssonBenjamin Ingrosso behåller förstaplatsen med nya Kite men ett grattis utgår även till Zara Larsson som den här veckan får en dubbel på Svensktoppen. Här är Svensktoppen med Carolina Norén. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Zara Larsson får en dubbel placering på Svensktoppen när hennes nya låt ”You Love Who You Love” går in på femteplatsen och ”Memory Lane” är fyra. Smash Into Pieces överraskar med att göra comeback med förra årets Melodifestivallåt ”Six Feet Under”. Bland veckans bubblare märks Veroni...2024-02-1801 min

Music UPZara Larsson - Memory Lane (Cancion del Dia)Zara Larsson nos trae un EP navideño e invernal mientras esperamos al 9 de Febrero de 2024 para su siguiente álbum, 'Venus'. 'Memory Lane' está escrita junto al dúo sueco First Aid Kit. Del nuevo disco ya hemos conocido tres canciones: 'On My Love', 'Can't Tame Her' y 'End Of Time' con David Guetta.2024-01-2904 min

SvensktoppenZara Larsson avancerar på Svensktoppen med nya låtenEfter bara tre veckor på listan är Zara Larsson nu tvåa med nya Memory Lane. Peg Parnevik håller dock ifrån i toppen med Bättre Nu. Här är veckans lista på Svensktoppen med Carolina Norén. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Långkörare som ”Andas In, Andas Ut” med Thomas Stenström och ”Ålderdomshemmet” med Miss Li lämnar och låtar som ”Psykos” med Molly Sandén kommer tillbaka liksom ”När du landat har jag vaknat” med Bo Kaspers Orkester.2024-01-2801 min

SvensktoppenZara Larsson tar hem en dubbelplacering på SvensktoppenZara Larsson är högsta nykomling på Svensktoppen den här veckan och blir därmed dubbelaktuell på listan. Här är Svensktoppen med Carolina Norén. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. ”Memory Lane” med Zara Larsson är högsta nykomling på listan när låten går in på sjundeplatsen på Svensktoppen. Zara Larsson som även är fortsatt aktuell med ”Can´t Tame Her” får därmed dubbla placeringar på listan den här veckan.Topp 3 är oförändrad med ”Bättre Nu” med Peg Parnevik som fortsatt etta, Ellen Krauss på andrap...2024-01-1401 min

Avis DésastreuxS2E7 - Nos Conforts MoviesNoël approche, l'année est sur le point de se conclure, c'est donc la période idéale pour se faire du bien, et se mettre sous sa couette à regarder ses conforts movies préférés. C'est ce dont on parle dans cet ultime épisode de 2023 : film d'enfance, d'adolescence, comédie romantique, d'animation, grande épopée ou histoire à taille humaine tout y passe. Mais on revient d'abord sur le wrapped Spotify pour vous remercier, et on fini en parlant des chiens les plus insolites du cinéma dans notre dernier jeu. Bon épisode ! LES TIMECODES...2023-12-172h 16

Book Talk, etc.Our 10 Best Books of 2023 (So Far)Send us a textIn Episode 109 of Book Talk, Etc. Tina and Renee share their favorites of 2023- so far. They also share what they've been loving lately, their latest reads, and have book talk about what’s been working -and not- in their reading lives. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to FOLLOW /SUBSCRIBE on your podcast app so you never miss an episode!**If you enjoy our commercial free podcast please consider supporting us on Patreon! We have great bonus episodes including: Books we DNFed, What's in the Mailbag,+ Criminally Booked! Plus, we...2023-07-041h 03

Lines of TikTokAll The Girls In The Club, I Got My Eye On YouDJ Snake and Future are both highly acclaimed artists in the music industry, known for their innovative sound and chart-topping hits. DJ Snake, a French DJ and producer, has made a significant impact with his unique blend of electronic dance music and hip-hop influences. His collaborations with various artists have resulted in global hits like "Turn Down for What" and "Lean On," showcasing his ability to create infectious beats that dominate the airwaves. On the other hand, Future, an American rapper and singer, has carved out a distinct lane for himself in the realm of trap music. With his distinct...2023-05-2209 min

Like, you know?Five Pregnancies, Three Babies, One Vanished | The Keli Lane StoryHey friends, hope you’re all doing so well! Today’s case is such an interesting case and I really delved deep into Keli’s story but I'm still left with no real answers. Thanks for listening ❤️ Besitos xx Zara VWatch the video version here: https://youtu.be/6H-HrsljrukDon’t forget to follow me on Instagram @thezarav for fun makeup stuff 💄Just a reminder, these are just my personal thoughts and opinions on the cases discussed. I do my best to make sure the information I talk about is as acc...2023-05-141h 07

Kids Q The Music5 Tips for Recital PreparationWinter recitals at The Lane School of Music are next week. Our students have been preparing for months! We aren’t kidding! It takes that much time to set yourself up for a successful performance. Rebecca and Zara are here with five tips to help you get ready for your next recital. They have advice on choosing repertoire and outfits, practicing and de-briefing with your teacher.Book a free trial lesson: www.laneschoolofmusic.com/trial 2023-01-2811 min

Kids Q The MusicInteresting Instruments: The ClarinetRebecca and Zara are back with more interesting instruments! This week we are learning all about the clarinet. And no one is better to give us the ins and outs of this member of the woodwind family (and a few of its cousins) than Kelly Sanchuk. Kelly is a multi-instrumentalist hailing from Saskatchewan. She is also one of The Lane School of Music’s fabulous instructors. She teaches us all about reeds, when kids can start clarinet lessons and how learning recorder at school is setting you up to be a skilled woodwind player. Book a fre...2023-01-1426 min

Kids Q The MusicThe Hockey SweaterThe Hockey Sweater is a Canadian children’s book by Roch Carrier. It tells the story of a boy in Quebec who gets the wrong jersey in the mail and is forced to play hockey with a group of Montreal Canadian’s fans, while repping the Toronto Maple Leafs. In February, The Toronto Symphony will be presenting this book in concert form. How cool is that? The conductor of this show, Trevor Wilson is here to tell us all about this marriage of sports and classical music. We chat about why this story resonates with Canadians, how a book beco...2023-01-0220 min

Kids Q The MusicHoliday MusicMusic is a big part of any celebration, and the holidays are no exception! We have created a list of holiday musical classics to make your season even more merry and bright. It includes classical, jazz and pop music inspired songs and shows. Watch and listen live or cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy at home. How will you be adding music to your holiday traditions this year?This is our episode all about The Nutcracker: https://www.laneschoolofmusic.com/single-post/the-nutcracker-episode-12Watch at home:The Nutcracker: https://www...2022-12-1716 min

Kids Q The MusicSing It GirlsThe music world is VERY small! Today’s guest is extra special because she is the parent of one of Rebecca’s former violin students and a fellow music studio owner. Rhonda Hanson is a music teacher and soon to be accredited music therapist based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. At her music studio, she runs a very important and unique program called Sing It Girls. Sing It girls helps female identifying adolescents develop confidence and community through singing. Rhonda tells us all the whos, whys and whats of the program as well as how music therapy can help other demo...2022-12-0330 min

Kids Q The MusicSoccer vs. Music LessonsIn this episode Zara steps down from hosting duties to be a KQTM guest! She is joined by soccer teammate and Lane School of Music student Norah to compare playing sports and taking music lessons. From an outside perspective they may seem to have no connection. But, both involve winning, practicing, scoring, building skills and teamwork. They often look different in each activity but these important life skills are prominent in both.Sign-up for a free trial lesson: http://www.laneschoolofmusic.com/trial 2022-11-1928 min

Kids Q The MusicAnybody Can Be A Conductor!Tania Miller believes that anybody can be a conductor, just like her! Tania grew up in small town Saskatchewan and now conducts orchestras all over the world. She even conducted Rebecca in the RCM orchestra 15 years ago. And no, her job does not involve driving a train. She shares with us what the conductor does up on the podium, what the white stick is for and why anybody can be a conductor.Learn more about Tania: https://taniamiller.com 2022-11-0532 min

Kids Q The MusicThe Kids Of CarmenIf you’re in Toronto between October 14th and November 4th, head over to The Four Seasons Centre to see the Canadian Opera Company’s production of Carmen by Georges Bizet! Carmen is one of the most well-known and commonly performed operas in the world. It is a tragic love story, full of earworms and a very energetic children’s chorus. In this episode Rebecca goes solo to interview two members of the children’s chorus Lee and Leo. These young singers are members of the Canadian Children’s Opera Company and take centre stage in this new COC production...2022-10-2220 min

Kids Q The MusicRestarting After SummerFall lessons are back in full swing! How did you prepare over the summer? Did practicing not quite fit into the summer schedule amongst beach days, soccer games, and camping trips? It’s always ok to take some time off, but here is some advice to re-start practicing after a long break. Rebecca and Zara have three easy tips to get back to music making at a gradual pace.Book a free trial lesson in-person in Toronto or online from anywhere: http://www.laneschoolofmusic.com/trial 2022-10-0116 min

Kids Q The MusicWelcome to Season 3!Welcome to season 3 of Kids Q The Music! We are getting ready to bring you another year of musical adventures. To kick off this season, Rebecca and Zara are reminiscing about their favourite episodes (remember all the “fluffy noises” when our LSM students came up with new definitions for the word tutti?) and making a wish list of who they want to interview in upcoming episodes. Who are you most excited to hear from? Conductors? Performers? Composer? Kids? If you have a suggestion for a guest (or YOU want to be a guest) send our content manager an email: mair...2022-09-1715 min $Woman\'s Hour$ Woman's HourAndrea Prudente, Zara Aleena, Women in Science, Loo queues at festivalsAn American pregnant woman who was on holiday in Malta this month couldn't get an induced medical miscarriage when she needed it because of the country's strict abortion laws. Andrea Prudente ended up going to Mallorca to get treatment, where she’s recovering in a hotel. She joined Emma. Zara Aleena, 35, was assaulted as she walked home in East London in the early hours of Sunday. The Met Police believe she was the victim of an "opportunist stranger attack". She died later in hospital. Emma speaks to Andrea Simon, Director of End Violence Against Women Coaltion and Zo...2022-06-2857 min

Kids Q The MusicTop Five Moments of Season 2Season 2 of Kids Q The Music brought us tons of laughs, helped us discover new and interesting music, and allowed us to meet very talented musicians from across the country and abroad. In this episode, Rebecca and Zara are revisiting five of their favourite moments from the past year. (It was so hard to choose only five!) Did your favourite musical adventure make the list? What do you think, should we come back for a third season?2022-06-2528 min

Kids Q The MusicOpera’s Rising StarWe often think opera singing is for grown-ups only. It requires advanced technical skills and a deep understanding of music and languages. But did you know there have been tons of roles written for children? Very famous examples are the Three Spirits from Mozart’s The Magic Flute. The Spirits, played by children, help guide the main character, Tamino, on his quest to save the princess. Nine-year-old singer, pianist and mega opera fan Emma Moreau recently sang the First Spirit with the Canadian Opera Company. Emma shares her experience working with professional opera singers, upcoming auditions, and sings the Sp...2022-06-1828 min

Kids Q The MusicMusical Terms Trivia Show 2.0The Musical Terms Trivia Show is back for a second round! This time it’s a violinist party. Rebecca and Zara are joined by Siobhan and Corinne to give fresh definitions to four musical terms. These Lane School of Music students are experts when it comes to following musical directions. They know when to cut violin strings, how to whistle a song from your soul, and how to point a pink piano with their pinky while drinking pink lemonade. If you aren’t sure which terms these definitions belong to, you better get listening! Book a fre...2022-06-1122 min

Kids Q The MusicThe Show Must Go OnYou know the saying the show must go on? No matter what happens backstage or onstage, musicians must present their performance to the expectant audience. While events that could de-rail a performance are, for most musicians, just a scary thought that never comes to fruition; Lane School of Music violin student Brooksley experienced this firsthand. Moments before her recital performance, one of her violin strings snapped! With some quick thinking and very impressive performing skills, she still managed to serenade the audience without anyone knowing what was happening behind the scenes. Brooksley shares the whole story of what happened...2022-06-0420 min

Kids Q The MusicSizing UpKids grow quickly, but unfortunately their instruments will always stay the same size. There comes a point when your mini musician isn’t so mini anymore and will have to say goodbye to their best musical friend. This is what happened to two of the Lane children just a few weeks ago. Zara has a new violin named Kevin or Bob (name pending) and Charles is now playing the brother of his former cello, Chenry II. Rebecca and Zara have tips on how to make the breakup a little easier, the signs that your child needs to upsize, and wha...2022-05-2827 min

Kids Q The MusicOlivia's Operatic AdventureHave you ever met an opera singing bassoonist? Rebecca and Zara have, and she’s only nine years old! Olivia Pady is a quint (mini bassoon) player and member of the Canadian Children’s Opera Company’s principal chorus. The CCOC works in collaboration with the Canadian Opera Company, allowing its young members to perform in professional operatic productions. Olivia recently sang the role of Marcel in the Canadian Opera Company’s production of Fantasma, composed by Ian Cusson. In this episode, she shares her favourite part of the rehearsal process, what it’s like working with a professional opera comp...2022-05-2122 min

Kids Q The MusicFive Best Pieces of Classical Music For KidsRebecca, Zara and special guest co-host Chirps have complied a playlist guaranteed to make you fall in love with classical music. Get ready to be transported to outer space, the forest, a carnival, and into a beehive by orchestral scores, narrators and familiar melodies. These five pieces are sure to be loved by kids and parents alike!Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLewNH9OW3Bx_ln0dZN4KKehwbr3FDiJbAPeter and the Wolf Ballet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQb5UA93VrI 2022-05-1433 min

Kids Q The MusicGet Practicing Back On TrackHave you ever fallen out of your practice routine? It happens to every musician at some point, and it can feel cumbersome to get back on track. If this sounds like you, take this as a sign that April is your month to get back on track. (Especially if you are a Lane School of Music Student trying to become a practice star during practice month!) Rebecca and Zara share five pieces of advice to help you get practicing back on track. These tips are easy and fun ways to make practicing part of your daily routine again.2022-04-2314 min

Kids Q The MusicO Mistress MoonWhere do you find musical inspiration? For artists, simply looking up to the sky can stimulate the creative juices. Many musicians have been inspired by birds, rainbows, stars and the sun. For Halifax based-pianist Jennifer King, her musical inspiration comes from the moon. Jennifer has released two solo piano albums O Mistress Moon and O Mistress Moon: Canadian Edition. Both feature pieces that have a relationship to the environment, specifically the moon, space and nighttime. She chats about choosing music for the albums, working with composers, and what it means to be both a collaborative and solo pianist.2022-04-1625 min

Kids Q The MusicZara's OperasWriting and producing an opera is no small feat. It marries the art of music and theatre, so it’s nothing without a gripping storyline! In this episode, Zara is re-writing the plots to three popular operas, based their title, main characters and a single plot point. The first, is the story of a prince named Tamino who turns the world into cheese. The second, a love story about an evil boy who does karate. And finally, a composer and his friends making music on a piano named Tenor. Highlights from each Opera:Die...2022-04-0919 min

Kids Q The MusicTeaching CompositionStudent’s enrolled in the Claude Watson Secondary Arts Program at Earl Haig Secondary School have the unique opportunity to focus their studies on visual or performing arts. Those students who successfully audition as music majors, are taught by Deborah Pady. Deborah joins us this week to discuss how she teaches and inspires her students to compose and the program’s exciting partnership with local Toronto ensembles. She even inspires Zara to compose an opera about cheese that results in an exclusive, one-woman performance for our listeners.Watch the full performance of Adrian Thornton-Mark’s Birth Certificate: https...2022-04-0231 min

Kids Q The MusicZara Plays PianoZara has finally realized her greatest dream, playing the piano! After many Kids Q The Music guests advocated for playing both violin and piano, Rebecca won mom of the year but signing her young violinist up for piano lessons. They discuss what to expect at your first lesson, the difference between online and in-person lessons and what kind of piano to buy when you are just starting out. Check back later to see how practicing two instruments goes at the Lane household.Want to try out piano lessons too? Book a free trial lesson: http://www.laneschoolofmusic...2022-03-2610 min

Kids Q The MusicMother Daughter DuoRebecca and Zara are joined by another mother-daughter musical duo in this week’s episode! Patricia Ahern is a baroque violinist who plays with the world-renowned, Toronto based orchestra, Tafelmusik. Her daughter, Liliana Mahave, is a music major in the Claude Watson Arts Program at Earl Haig Secondary School and is already making a name for herself as a composer. Liliana shares her compositional process from early childhood to now. (She has come a long way from writing piano pieces about elephants and caterpillars!) While Patricia gives advice to all the musicians raising musicians.Liliana’s award-winning comp...2022-03-1232 min

Kids Q The MusicIntroducing Zara Lane, ComposerIf are a long-time listener of Kids Q The Music, you know Zara has been wishing with all her might for a piano. Well, her wish came true and has opened a new door of musical exploration. We are thrilled to introduce Zara Lane, composer. Zara discusses the compositional process and techniques, and even performs her own pieces. Her current catalogue of works includes The Thirsty Brother (title pending), Night on Stage, Danger: Lost in the Forest and an untitled piece that she needs your help naming!2022-03-0524 min

Kids Q The MusicThe Bedford TrioFour-year-old Jialiang Zhu just wanted a piece of birthday cake and ended up with a piano. It was a happy accident though! Jialiang is now a professional pianist based in Toronto and is the only pianist in her piano trio, The Bedford Trio. Don’t worry, she clears up that confusion for us! She shares with us how the trio formed, what kind of music they play and gives some practice tricks for all the budding pianists out there.The Bedford Trio is performing the concert “Immersed” on March 19th at 8:00 pm at Ernst Balmer Studio. Tickets can be...2022-02-2627 min

Kids Q The MusicA Musician With Many HatsThis week we are joined by a violinist, composer, photographer, cat lover and movie star. Oh! Did we mention this is just one person? Alice Hong is a musician who wears many different hats, and being a musician is what granted her all these opportunities. Alice is a member of the Edgewood String Quartet (who get to play for 1000 candles twice a week), a composer of beautiful classical music and a photographer and videographer who helps other musicians in their businesses and careers. She even rubs elbow with The Rock in a new Netflix movie. We are starstruck!2022-02-1926 min

Kids Q The MusicFive Composers You've Never Heard OfIn the olden days, it was common to have a name inspired by your career, class status, or place of birth. But what else can a name tell you about someone? Maybe their wealth, favourite food, or species...? In this episode Zara creates biographies of lesser known composers based only on their, very interesting, names.Hildegard von Bingen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei88J4lERbk&t=111sErich Wolfgang Korngold: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDyjPB_AEBUKarl Ditters von Dittersdorf: ...2022-02-1215 min

Kids Q The MusicBecoming a ViolinistInspired by a local youth string orchestra, Tanya Charles Iveniuk has been on the path to "making it big" as a freelance violinist since the age of 10. (She's definitely made it!) On her way to Carnegie Hall, she stopped by to answer some hard-hitting questions for us. Why do violinists have to stand when they play? Why do performers get flowers? Should we throw candy at our favourite musicians? She also helps us shake the winter chill with a performance of Vivaldi's "Summer."Watch Tanya Perform: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c871QoEa7Lc...2022-02-0527 min

Kids Q The MusicThe NutcrackerThe Nutcracker ballet is a beloved holiday classic all over the world. E.T.A Hoffmann’s story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King,” paired with Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s score, bring holiday dreams to life. Each year the National Ballet of Canada produces a spectacular production of The Nutcracker that includes rollerblading bears and the spectacular National Ballet Orchestra. This week, we are joined by the orchestra’s assistant concertmaster Dr. Lynn Kuo; who has played over 500 Nutcrackers with the National Ballet! She shares her favourite moments in the show, a few backstage secrets and what it takes to make the...2021-12-1126 min

Kids Q The MusicMusical Gift GuideDo you have a mini musician in your life who needs a special holiday gift? Well, we have a few ideas for you. Form sparkly rosin to symphony tickets, these gifts are guaranteed to bring holiday cheer, and music, into your home!Magic Rosin: https://www.thesoundpost.com/en/store/accessories/violin/rosin/magic-rosinManhasset music stands: https://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/manhasset-symphony-music-stand--assorted-colors/j42292000001000Musical Books: https://www.laneschoolofmusic.com/single-post/musical-book-reviews-episode-32More Ideas: https://www.laneschoolofmusic.com/single-post/2017/12/06/best-gifts-for-musical-kids 2021-12-0413 min

Kids Q The MusicMusical Terms Trivia ShowZara's guide to musical terms is expanding and this time she brought along some friends. We have gathered some of the brightest and most creative minds The Lane School of Music has to offer for a musical terms trivia show! Pianists Vivianne and Mirei, and singer Norah are ready with lemon toast, nocturnal animals, and modelling clay to give fresh definitions to five musical terms and to battle it out in a game of opera or cheese.2021-11-2727 min

Kids Q The MusicDonna and Her DinosaurDonna Rhodenizer is a composer, songwriter, performer, multi-instrumentalist, and elementary music specialist. She is known for her imaginative and humorous compositions for children. (If you've ever done a Royal Conservatory of Music voice exam, you may have sung one of her songs!) With Donna, we discuss why learning to sing is so important and how much fun it is to compose music about dinosaurs and dragons!Learn more about Donna's Music: Website: https://donnaandandy.comRed Castle Publishing: https://www.redcastlepublishing.comThe Full...2021-11-2029 min

Kids Q The MusicMusic Therapy with Mia ClowWe use music in our day-to-day lives to relax, motivate, learn and have fun. But music can also be used to help heal and strengthen our bodies and minds through music therapy. Music therapy uses music to help reach non-musical goals such as movement and communication (and much more) with the help of a music therapist like Mia Clow. This week Mia teaches us how music can help to reach these non-musical goals, what happens in a music therapy session and how music therapy can help kids like you!Connect with Mia:...2021-11-1324 min

Kids Q The MusicSinging In Flanders FieldsIn Honour of Remembrance Day, we sat down with Dr. Michelle Boyd, professor of musicology at Acadia University. Wait a second! Shouldn’t a doctor be working at a hospital, not a university? Well, Dr. Boyd is a very special kind of doctor. She holds a PhD in musicology making her an expert in music research! Her job is to research how music relates to our society and culture. This has led her to creating the “Singing in Flanders Field Project.” The project explores how musical settings of the poem, “In Flanders Fields,” changes our interpretation and experience of this iconi...2021-11-0629 min

Kids Q The MusicZara’s Guide to Musical TermsSheet music and repertoire books are covered in special instructions, often written in unfamiliar languages. It’s difficult to memorize them all, so Zara is here to assist you. What’s an anacrusis? Obviously, it’s when you invite your friend Ana over to play before practicing. Have you ever seen the term da capo? It’s just a friendly reminder that Christmas is coming, and your dad could really use a new cap as a gift! Did you play the schnell section with a snail? These are just a few examples of what Zara has provided in her guide to...2021-10-3014 min

Kids Q The MusicHalloween HauntingsHappy Halloween! Our treat…or maybe trick for you this year is a selectin of spooky classical music. (Sorry, we already ate all the chocolate). There is a deathly dance, a marching band of witches, a familiar but frightening organ fugue and a few monsters on a mountain to get you into that creepy, crawly Halloween mood. Did we scare you?Hear the full performances:Danse Macabre by Camille Saint- Saëns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0glOYQBlSANight on Bald Mountain by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: htt...2021-10-2315 min

Kids Q The MusicPocket ConcertsWouldn’t it be nice to have a concert you could carry around in your pocket? Something small, and compact that you could listen to anywhere? Science hasn’t quite come that far yet, but musicians Rory and Emily have come up with the next best thing! Rory McLeod, violist and Emily Rho, pianist are co-directors of Pocket Concerts. They have created a new concert model were music, storytelling and conversation come together. Pocket concerts are intimate shows, performed in alternative venues like cafes, salons and your front porch. Rory and Emily share how they organize their concert series and...2021-10-1623 min

Kids Q The MusicMusical Book ReviewsIt's been over a year since the last Rebecca Reads! If you didn't catch them last summer, Rebecca and her kids read a musical book each week on The Lane School of Music Facebook page. Now, very special guests Charles and Thomas Lane, are here to help Rebecca and Zara review their favourite musical books. They have books about piano playing bears, cats who compose and even a man who eats instruments. You are sure to find something new to add to your summer reading list!The Lane family's favourite musical books:Mole Music 2021-10-0911 min

Kids Q The MusicThe Piano TechnicianPianos can fall out of tune for a variety of reasons. Playing it too much, not playing it enough or changes in the weather are the most common. But what do you do when this happens? Buy a DIY kit on Amazon? No way! Call your friendly neighbourhood piano technician. Michael Janes is a piano technician who has tuned pianos from Dubai to Newfoundland and everywhere in between. This piano expert offers us insight on all the hows and whys of piano care, what happens when a mouse makes their home in your instrument and reminds us to be...2021-10-0223 min

Kids Q The MusicMusical Story TellingFrom “Invasion of the Ant Colony” to writing operas for the Canadian Opera Company, Ian Cusson has been telling stories through music since he was 8 years old. Ian is a Canadian composer of opera, art song and orchestral works who is heavily influenced by his Métis roots. He shares how he tells stories through sound, the benefits of brushing your teeth and joins Zara for the inaugural game of opera or cheese!Hear the full performance of "Dodo, mon tout petit" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOcZBLMctTQLearn more about Ian:W...2021-09-2528 min

Kids Q The MusicWelcome to Season Two!2021-09-1805 min

Kids Q The MusicSuzuki, Star Wars, and Zoom?Suzuki, Star Wars, and Zoom don't seem to go together. But, Lane School of Music violin teacher Adrian Irvine found a way for them to blend together in perfect harmony!.. Literally. Adrian is here to share how a Suzuki violin group class can still play together in a Zoom recital and make it really fun for both the students and audience. All it takes it takes is a little technology, a couple of movies themes, and a group of enthusiastic and adaptable violinists!Mystery Mashup: https://youtu.be/D57QUGS4_2MMission Impossible: https://www...2021-08-0722 min

Time To PracticeThe Fun is Had Once You Put in the Work with Rebecca LaneOn this episode, we talk to Rebecca Lane. Rebecca is the director, founder, and owner of Lane Music School. She co-hosts the Kids Q the Music Podcast with her daughter Zara and coaches teachers and professional musicians in their businesses. She is a violinst, a teacher, a mom and we talk about embarrassing practice stories, practice with our children, why we teach and how the fun is had once we've practiced and gained the skills we need. Rebecca’s Website:https://www.rebeccalanecoaching.com/ Find Rebecca on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/rebeccalanecoach The Lan...2021-08-0324 min

Kids Q The MusicMusical Transitions So many instruments, so little time! Sometimes it's hard to decide which one we want to learn. Lane School of Music student Shaila knows how that feels! She was one of Rebecca's very first violin students, is currently a voice student at LSM and is soon to be a pianist too! Shaila shares how transitioning between instruments has helped her excel in each one by building invaluable musical skills. We even get to hear these skills in action during a show-stopping performance of "Tomorrow" from the musical Annie.See Shaila perform: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k...2021-07-3117 min

Kids Q The MusicRecital ReviewLane School of Music students have become experts in the art of virtual performing over the past year. At the beginning of June, 325 students performed in 12 recitals over Zoom, to display their hard work and talents to family and friends. In this episode, Rebecca and Zara interview two students who gave stellar performances. Pianist Sadie, reveals what happens when a virtual performance doesn't go as planned and how to incorporate your furry friends into a recital video. Then, cellist Linus explains how recital preparation works when you come from a very musical family.Watch the performances:2021-07-2422 min

Chaos MonsterHere's A Story (From A to Z)... Meet The Hosts!Remember the iconic Vanity Fair issue "It's Totally Raining Teens"? Well, Archie and Zara do. Listen as they walk you down the memory lane that is this 2003 phenomenon, and answer unhinged questions that the article asked at least a dozen teen megastars. Come for the nostalgia, stay for Archie's scalding hot takes!2021-07-1959 min

Kids Q The MusicFuseNon-profit, volunteer run arts organization Fuse, believes art is for everyone. We at Kids Q The Music fully agree! Rebecca and Zara sat down with two of Fuse's directors, Breanna Lalonde Director of Marketing and Roland Kessler Director of Community Engagement, to talk about their mission and recent projects. They broadened our idea of what an artist is, taught us how they work to make the arts accessible and gave us the behind-the-scenes secrets of making an opera movie.Watch Hansel and Gretel: The Movie here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVEAPgDv0qM&list=PLC7...2021-07-1727 min

Kids Q The MusicKids React to Contemporary MusicWhat is music? How should it make us feel? What should music written today sound like? These are the questions contemporary composers are trying to answer…and so are Rebecca and Zara. This week they learn that music can sound like an epic movie scene or like an animal jumping on the piano. They also discuss if singers need a melody and if rubber ducks can be musical instruments.Watch the performances:City Noir by John Adams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Eq1undkHKIWaltz from Five Piano Pieces by...2021-07-1014 min

Kids Q The MusicFive Instruments You've Never Heard OfThe world is full of interesting instruments! We are sure you can name tons, but some are less common than others. Join Rebecca and Zara as they see and hear five instruments they’ve never heard of and you probably haven’t either. Some are very old, some come from far away islands, and others are just a little wacky.Learn more about these instruments:Tenor Cornett: https://www.music.iastate.edu/antiqua/instrument/lizardBalinese Gamelan: http://www.gamelan-bali.eu/pitch_and_tuning.htmlTheo...2021-07-0318 min

Kids Q The MusicA Day in the Life of an Orchestra MusicianHow do you become a professional clarinettist? It’s not just about being lucky. It takes a ton of practice and a bit of bravery! In this episode Rebecca and Zara interview clarinettist Sean Rice about his journey from school band to The Juilliard School to this day to day life as a member of one of the world’s top orchestras; The National Arts Centre Orchestra.Hear the NACO play: https://nac-cna.ca/en/orchestraCheck out Sean's podcast: NACOcast 2021-06-2628 min

Kids Q The MusicA Singer and Future DoctorSt. James Town Community Arts provides musical opportunities for kids in the community of St. James Town right here in Toronto! In this episode, Rebeca and Zara chat with one of St. James Town’s senior voice students Thaanya. She gave us the ins and outs of online voice lessons (as a student and teacher) and how music will help her in dreams of becoming a doctor. She even shares a gorgeously sung Italian aria with us before Thaanya and Zara dominate at ‘Pasta or Composer.’St. James Town Community Arts is hosting their second virtual fundrai...2021-06-1920 min

Kids Q The MusicSummer PracticingTo practice or not to practice? This is often the question students and parents ask as the school year comes to an end and summer draws nearer. Should our instruments go on vacation with us? Should they hibernate for an entire season? Will my instrument be upset if I don’t play it for two whole months? Rebecca and Zara breakdown three options for summer practicing and reveal which is the best to keep you and your instrument happy! To book your free trial lesson, visit www.upperbeachesmusic.com/online 2021-06-1212 min

Kids Q The MusicOur Top 10 Practice GamesWe’ll be honest, sometimes practicing isn’t fun. Repeating the same thing over and over until we get it right can be boring. There must be a way to spice things up... Don’t worry! Rebecca and Zara are here to save the day! We compiled a list of our top 10 practice games that you can try at home. From poetry to cars, from colouring to obstacle courses, there is something on this list for every little musician to enjoy! To book your free trial lesson, visit www.upperbeachesmusic.com/online 2021-06-0523 min

Kids Q The MusicPositive Practicing with Christine GoodnerWhat makes practicing fun for your child? Games, stickers, movement? And what makes practicing fun for you? Maybe a big cup of coffee? Violin teacher and practice expert Christine Goodner believes when both student and parent are enjoying practice time, it makes for more successful music making! In this episode Christine share some tips and tricks to make practicing fun for all involved!Find more practice tips from Christine:Website: http://suzukitriangle.comInstagram: @suzukitriangle 2021-05-2921 min

Kids Q The MusicAudrey & Sophia Talk PracticingPracticing looks a little different for everyone, even sisters! This week we chat with piano students Sophia and Audrey, who are famous at Upper Beaches Music School for their wonderful practice habits. They share with us why they love practicing and what to do when practicing gets a little tricky. These pianists are literal practice stars! To book your free trial lesson, visit www.upperbeachesmusic.com/online 2021-05-2218 min

Kids Q The MusicWe All Have An InstrumentWe all carry around an instrument every hour of every day. It’s not very heavy and you are born knowing how to play it. Guess what it is yet? Your voice! Whether you sing in the shower or on the operatic stage, you are a singer! In this episode Marcia Whitehead, professional singer, author, and Goddess of Operations at Upper Beaches Music School, shares her journey to vocal recovery.Learn more about Marcia:Website: www.tooquiettoquit.comFacebook: Too Quiet To QuitInstagram: @marciawhiteheadsings Marcia’s opera...2021-05-1524 min

Kids Q The MusicHogtown BrassWhat do bells and green screens have to do with playing in a brass quintet? Are trumpets trying to take over the world? These are just a few questions Jay Austin, French hornist of Hogtown Brass, answered for us. He even gives Zara her very first brass lesson using a silly but familiar sound…Watch Hogtown Brass perform Valley Views by Cait Nishimura: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hekCEptgYO0Check out more from Hogtown Brass:Website: www.hogtownbrass.com Podcast: Hogtown Hangs YouTube: @hogtownbrassFa...2021-05-0823 min

Kids Q The MusicExams Are Not ScaryDid you know music students take exams outside of school? Don’t worry, they are a ton of fun! Your hosts Zara and Rebecca chat with violinist Eloise about Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) exams, how to prepare for one and what happens on exam day. And we end with the trickiest game of pasta or composer yet that will leave you hungry for a bowl of alfredo! Find out more about RCM exams: https://www.rcmusic.com/learning/examinationsThink you want to take an exam someday? Book a free trial lesson to find the...2021-05-0122 min

Kids Q The MusicBassoon BalloonsWhat makes a good bassoonist? Definitely someone who likes to blow up balloons with their instrument! Professional bassoonist Kristin Day tells us that many people have seen bassoons before but don't even know it! Could this be true for you?Find Kristin on Instagram @bassonday to watch her blow up a balloon with her bassoon!2021-04-2422 min

Kids Q The MusicAll Around The WorldOnline lessons are in full effect at Upper Beaches Music School and these three students want to tell you why they are fun. Whether you live in Vietnam or Toronto, online music lessons can be fun and interesting if you have the right teacher!To book your free trial lesson, visit www.upperbeachesmusic.com/online 2021-04-1719 min

Kids Q The MusicUp and DownWhat goes down must come up- or is it the other way around? String players make a big deal about the direction their bow is going. Does it matter? Listen to find out!2021-04-1017 min

Kids Q The MusicPlucking the PianoYou can play the piano by pressing the keys, OR you can play it like Andrea Lodge does. By plucking and strumming the keys inside the piano, Andrea makes some very interesting sounds that are very different from what we are used to hearing from a piano.To learn more about Andrea, visit www.andrealodge.com 2021-04-0325 min

Kids Q The MusicRecital RoundupOur recent recitals at Upper Beaches Music School were a major success. We interview three students- Stella, Arthur, and Charlotte- to find out what made performing this year both terrifying and exhilarating.To book a free online trial lesson at Upper Beaches Music School, visit www.upperbeachesmusic.com/online 2021-03-2724 min

The Ultimate CreativeHow A Mom + Daughter Duo Created A Kids Music PodcastIn this episode of Ultimate Podcast Marketing I talk with Rebecca and Zara Lane, co-hosts of Kids Q The Music, and we talk about how to make your creative podcasting vision come true through unique guests, sound effects, and special segments!Rebecca Lane (Zara’s mom) is the owner of the Upper Beaches Music school in Toronto. Around this time last year we started talking about how she could use a podcast to reach more students around the world, and offer music lessons beyond her geographic area.A podcast was her vision to make that ha...2021-03-2324 min

Kids Q The MusicComposition CompetitionWhat makes a composition "good?" Composer Emily Hiemstra explains what she will be looking for in her composition competition for solo viola.Learn more about Emily at www.emilyhiemstra.comTo submit a composition for Emily's competition, visit https://forms.gle/Td3D1v3hUYFTUBAx6 2021-03-2025 min

Kids Q The MusicInteresting Instruments: The CelloThe cello is the closest instrument to the human voice, and Mary-Katherine is going to show us why. Plus, you get to play it sitting down. Zara and Rebecca are sold!What instrument is the closest to the human voice? What makes the cello the best instrument ever? You'll never guess what name Mary-Katherine is thinking of giving her cello.2021-03-1331 min

Kids Q The MusicCartoons and ClassicsColin and Liza of Music by CandL have teamed up to make a fun and entertaining music curriculum that's ready for online use, and we want to know how they got those clever cartoon creatures, Larry and Beary, onto the screen with them.To watch an episode of Music by CandL, visit www.musicbycandl.comYou can also find Music by CandL clips on YouTube! Visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_qUj6ttbo3exE0w7sf9IIQ 2021-03-0622 min

Kids Q The MusicInteresting Instruments: The FluteCan kids play the flute? What’s a small flute called? The answer isn’t as obvious as we thought! Katherine Watson fills us in on flutes, piccolos and TOOTS (no, not the stinky kind, the flute kind)!Look at Toots here: www.nuvoinstrumental.com/products/toot/To learn more about Katherine visit www.katherinewatsonflute.comFor a picture and recipe of cavatelli pasta, visit www.marthastewart.com/1067359/homemade-cavatelliTo take flute lessons with Katherine, book a free trial lesson at www.upperbeachesmusic.com/online (she also teaches piano lessons!)2021-02-2719 min

Old School LaneAs Told by Ginger Fan Appreciation LivestreamIn this special podcast episode, Patricia and special guests Courtney, Zara, Abdulmuez, Kiera, and Tariq discuss about the 2000 Nicktoon As Told by Ginger and partake in a lot of fun activities from trivia to looking back at Klasky Csupo's official As Told by Ginger website from the early 2000's. Originally posted as a livestream on the Old School Lane YouTube channel on October 24, 2020 as a preview for the As Told by Ginger 20th Anniversary Virtual Reunion Livestream on the following day.2021-02-244h 05

Kids Q The MusicLearning to ImproviseHow do you learn to be creative? Jennifer Burford teaches us how, and shows us how we're already improvising all the time! This episode gets VERY silly at times, so be warned!Here is the link to Alice Kanack's website (originator of this Creative Ability Development method for teaching improvisation): kanack.orgTo learn more about online improvisation group classes with Jennifer, visitwww.jenniferburford.com 2021-02-2031 min