The Cello Sherpa Podcast

The Cello Sherpa Podcast host, Joel Dallow, interviews Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Music Director Robert Spano about his journey to one of the premiere posts of American orchestras and shares his advice for aspiring conductors and musicians. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, check out www.theCelloSherpa.com Follow us on twitter @theCello Sherpa

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Michael Kurth, about what life is like living as a highly sought after composer and bassist in the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. This episode even includes some musical samples! Check out Dariusz Skoraczewski (Principal Cellist of the Baltimore Symphony) on Youtube who is also featured on Kurth's solo cello piece in this episode. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, chec...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Noah Bendix-Balgley about his journey from participating in major international competitions, to First Concertmaster of one of the top orchestras in the world: the Berlin Philharmonic. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, check out www.theCelloSherpa.com Follow us on twitter @theCello Sherpa

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Evans Mirageas for a behind the scenes look at how the sausage is made. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, check out www.theCelloSherpa.com Follow us on twitter @theCello Sherpa

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Christina Smith about her experience being appointed as Principal Flutist of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at only 20 years old! She shares her journey, and offers fantastic advice on how to continuously aim to be at your best in such a high profile position. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, check out www.theCelloSherpa.com Follow us on twitter @theCello Sherpa

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Joseph Young, Peabody Conservatory's Artistic Director of Ensembles. He shares his experience from band to the baton, and offers advice for incoming students on preparing for a myriad of ensembles offered through this exceptional program. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, check out www.theCelloSherpa.com Follow us on twitter @theCello Sherpa

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Eric Kim, Professor of Cello at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He offers advice on how to prepare for orchestra auditions and shares his wealth of experience as principal cellist of the Cincinnati Symphony, the San Diego Symphony, and the Denver Symphony. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings, check out www.theCelloSherpa.com Follow us on twitter @theCel...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Saeunn Thorsteinsdottir, Associate Professor of Cello and Chamber Music at the University of Washington in Seattle. She shares the story of her journey to this faculty position, her teaching philosophy and her secrets to staying motivated. For more information, visit Saeunn's website www.saeunn.com Check out Saeunn's online course "The Cello Sound Alchemy" at www.saeunn.com/sound On Facebook and Instagram @SaeunnCello or join the F...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Amy Pollard, Professor of Bassoon at the University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music. She shares details about the bassoon and the art of reed making, along with strategies for coping with and conquering performance anxiety. If you are interested in checking out the latest Classical Classroom Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/classical-classroom/id652457835?i=1000530315823 If you are looking for in person/virtual cel...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Julia Bruskin, cellist in the MET Opera Orchestra, founding member of the Claremont trio, and Co-Artistic Director of the Skaneateles Festival. She shares her experience of incredibly early professional success with the Claremont trio, and her journey to landing a position in the MET cello section, along with advice for young musicians on preparing for a versatile career. For more information on the Claremont trio, visit www.clarem...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews George Marriner Maull, Artistic Director of The Discovery Orchestra. Maestro Maull shares his experience in the process of building an orchestra whose mission it is to teach listening skills that help people really connect with classical music along with his advice for younger musicians. For more information on The Discovery Orchestra and their many programs/videos available to watch, visit www.discoveryorchestra.org If you are loo...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Avi Friedlander, Cellist and Director of the Barston Suzuki Center at the Music Institute of Chicago. He shares his experience in becoming certified to teach Suzuki, starting his own school, and transitioning to his current position. Avi also talks about composing his own arrangements of popular rock tunes which can be found on his YouTube channel. For more information about Avi Friedlander, visit www.avicello.com For ...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Amy McDougal, attorney and the President and Founder of Clearesources. We talk about her journey from flutist to attorney and she highlights legal essentials around the business of the music profession. For more information about her company visit www.CLEAResources.com You can follow Amy McDougal on twitter @Ethivenger If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coachings,...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews Kevin Case, Founder and Principal of Case Arts Law who represents musicians and artists in labor and employment matters. Kevin shares the details of his journey from professional violinist to one of the most sought after attorneys in our industry, representing dozens of orchestras across the country. We also chat about the basics of collective bargaining and the value of unions in the orchestra business. For more informa...

The Cello Sherpa Podcast Host, Joel Dallow, interviews members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's cello section, Rainer Eudeikis, Brad Ritchie, and Tommy Carpenter. In this two part series, they discuss sitting on the audition panel and listening to 99 cellists audition from behind the screen. They share advice on what they were listening for, and give tips on how to play a winning audition. If you are looking for in person/virtual cello lessons, or orchestral repertoire audition coach...