Women in Classical

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes American soprano Nadine Sierra, who has established herself as a versatile singer, singing in a variety of languages and musical genres. She is considered an emerging and promising voice in the world of opera. In 2017, she won the Plácido Domingo Operalia Competition and was the first US singer to be honored. Together, Esther Abrami and Nadine Sierra will be talking about her impressive career becoming one of the most famous opera singers of her time and how to stand up for oneself as a female musician in the industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes Ellie Consta, a violinist based in London and the director of the Her Ensemble. They will be discussing the difficulties that women face when it comes to expressing their thoughts and feelings in the industry and the journey of staying true to oneself, as well as role models who have shaped their careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes Jess Gillam, a British saxophonist who first shot to fame in 2016 as the first saxophonist finalist at the BBC Young Musicians competition. Now, Jess Gillam also seeks to further her career as a BBC radio broadcaster and is known in the industry not only for her virtuosic abilities but also for her inspiring personality. Together, they will be discussing how to manage different careers with multiple paths such as music and presenting and how to get over the typical imposter syndrome that musicians face. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes Victoria Dauberville, a French professional ballet dancer and content creator who trained in classical dance at the National School of the Paris Opera and the National Conservatory of Music and Dance in Paris. Esther Abrami discusses with her the difficulties that ballet dancers face when it comes to self-image, how to be confident in a competitive artistic field, and how to stop identifying oneself with others. This episode is in French. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episodes Esther Abrami welcomes Dr. Shirley Thompson, OBE, composer, conductor, violinist and academic. Esther Abrami discusses with her meeting the queen and how to find the confidence to impose yourself in a world which makes you feel that you don’t belong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami meets with British TV and radio presenter Angellica Bell. They will be talking about dealing with preconceptions regarding gender and background from people within the music industry and the rewards of taking risks in your career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes Lucienne Renaudin Vary, the French Classical and Jazz trumpet player. They will be discussing in French facing superficial judgment on your looks and how not to be scared of showing your unique self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Esther Abrami meets with Grammy-nominated Australian-British saxophonist Amy Dickson. They will be talking about the temptation of constantly compering yourself to others on social media as well as the importance of finding your own path and having the courage to pursue it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes Myleene Klass; pianist, podcaster, business women and influencer. Together they will be discussing democratizing classical music, how to deal with being under-estimated and how to form your own network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes violinist composer and podcaster Anna Phoebe. Together they will be discussing the rewards and the struggles of crossing boundaries between musical genres and having the confidence to improvise yourself in music and life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami meets Lucy Noble, the artistic director of the Royal Albert Hall. They will be speaking about how she went from handling tickets all the way to being the artistic director as well as the feeling of always having to proof yourself when being appointed such a position as a women.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes the legendary film composer Rachel Portman. She was the first women who won an Oscar for ‘Best Music’ for her soundtrack to the movie "Chocolat". Esther Abrami discusses with her the absences of women and female role models in the film music business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes Izzy Judd, the genre-defying violinist and Britain's Got Talent finalist as well a social media star. Together they will be discussing growing up in a musical household and adapting ones career when having a family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes organist Anna Lapwood. She is the youngest person to ever hold the position of director of music at Uxbridge college. She is also a broadcaster, presenter, conductor and TikTok creator. Esther Abrami discusses with her the challenges of having multiple careers, the importance of disagreement and what it means to "play like a girl". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes violinist Jennifer Pike. She was the youngest winner of the BBC young musicians award. Together they will be discussing how to stand your ground as a young femal performer and having the power to control your own image. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Podcast where violinist and influencer Esther Abrami meets with inspiring Women from the Classical music world to discuss their careers, the challenges that they face and the insights they wish to have known at the beginning of their careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.