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The Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 07: Brian Mummert, ChamberQUEERBeing a talented baritone and a strong advocate of social issues, Brian Mummert’s passion for and dedication to classical music is evident and seen in his performances and work with ChamberQUEER. As one of the founders of the organization, Brian shares with us the message and goals of ChamberQUEER, including the dedication that goes into each concert. We are so honored to be able to share his stories and experiences with you, and to have been able to chat with him.ChamberQUEER defines itself as having the goal of “allowing LGBTQ+ voices in classical music to be h...2023-01-1926 minThe Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 06: Carrie Bean StuteTalented, with a true love for her craft, cellist Carrie Bean Stute’s passion for chamber music and her connection with her audience is highly reflected in the work she does with the Chiarina Chamber Players. As the co-founder and co-artistic director of the organization, Carrie shares with us Chiarina’s ethos and the passion that is poured into each concert. We are so honored to share her stories and experiences with you and to have been able to chat with her.The Chiarina Chamber Players organization defines itself as a “hybrid,” between a self-pre...2022-07-2929 minThe Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 05: Raul AranasRaul Aranas is a guitarist, composer, and actor. He has appeared in theatrical productions including Miss Saigon, The King and I, and Flower Drum Song, as well as TV productions including Law & Order and The Blacklist. Born in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, Raul shares with us the culture, music, artists, and experiences that shaped his childhood and his musicianship and musicality. He expresses his great love and passion for jazz music, and provides valuable insights into the songwriting and production process of his original album Cool Blue. Check out Raul's original eclectic album C...2021-12-0928 minThe Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 04: The String QueensThe String Queens are a dynamic trio that bring a soulful sound to inspire musicians and audiences alike to move and to “love, hope, feel, and imagine.” Based in Washington DC, The Strings Queens are Dawn Johnson, viola; Élise Sharp, cello; and Kendall Isadore, violin. Dawn, Élise, and Kendall share with us how culture, family, and education inspires them to be the musicians they are today. As musicians and also teachers, they value education and the importance to always keep learning. The Strings Queens discuss their partnership and project with ESPN for "The Championships, Wimbledon 2021 promotio...2021-10-0451 minThe Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 03: Catalyst QuartetThe Grammy Award Winning Catalyst Quartet was founded by the internationally acclaimed Sphinx Organization in 2010. The ensemble includes Karla Donehew Perez, violin; Abi Fayette, violin; Paul Laraia, viola; and Karlos Rodriguez, cello. We had the pleasure of speaking with Catalyst Quartet members Karla Perez and Paul Laraia. Karla and Paul speak about how their Puerto Rican culture and education have pushed and inspired them to include diversity in their music. Also, how being a chamber musician can bring together connections and build friendships. The Catalyst Quartet discuss their project UNCOVERED, with the mission to celebrate th...2021-09-0338 minThe Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 02: Tereasa PayneTereasa Payne is a world flutist and woodwinds specialist in New York City. She is the creator of the "Flutes of the World" concert, a founding member of the Areté Woodwind Doubling Quartet, and has performed in countless Broadway shows as well as the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Tereasa's genuine love and passion for music from all around the globe has inspired her to learn more than 20 world flutes from 17 different countries. She speaks about the way in which she hopes to honor the respective native cultures of the flutes by showcasing them and t...2021-08-0337 minThe Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 01: Brenda VongovaBrenda Vongova is the founder and president of the United Nations Chamber Music Society, and serves in the office of the United Nations Secretary General António Guterres. A passionate humanitarian and hardworking musician, Brenda Vongova provides an inspiring insight on how education, religion, and culture has shaped her career as a musician, also elaborating on her work in the United Nations. She discusses the true power of music as a universal language and its ability to promote the values embedded in the United Nations Charter, such as the ideals of peace and respect for h...2021-06-2822 min
The Whole Note: Voices of ChamberEpisode 00: Us and Why“The Whole Note: Voices of Chamber” investigates how culture and diversity impact the world of chamber music.Our mission for this podcast is to learn how culture and diversity impact chamber groups and what role does resilience play. It is essential to our program to feature musicians from an array of cultures, upbringings, and communities. Our podcast wishes to explore more about chamber groups’ stories, unique experiences, heritages, struggles, and their accomplishments, all of which connect to the importance of education and community. By reaching out to diverse groups of chamber musicians, we wish to...2021-06-2108 min