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Author: Chris Hobson, Matt Gregory, Akiko Hobson, David Yow

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Chris Hobson, Matt Gregory and Akiko Hobson sitting with a ballet master extraordinaire David Yow discuss playing for ballet class. The dos and the don’ts, the philosophy behind it and we’ll talk about our own experiences as we go along. Join us on our journey of ballet music and ballet class chat as we talk through this often underrated and misunderstood profession.
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2024-08-3031:06

In this episode the team lift the lid on each other for the last time this season.  It features on the spot questions designed to be light hearted.  You get to hear team doing what they do best, bantering the house down.  You’re gonna love it, until the next season, next year.   This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
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In this episode the team lift the lid on each other for the last time this season.  It features on the spot questions designed to be light hearted.  You get to hear team doing what they do best, bantering the house down.  You’re gonna love it, until the next season, next year.   This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on interpretation of music for set ballet exercises, as choreographed by David Yow.  The pianists each play for David’s class exercise and discuss all the facets or marrying music to the movement.  Always hilarious! This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on interpretation of music for set ballet exercises, as choreographed by David Yow.  The pianists each play for David’s class exercise and discuss all the facets or marrying music to the movement.  Always hilarious! This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on themselves and their idiosyncrasies when it comes to physical preparation for class.  Anything to make life a little easier and to get the best out of one’s self.  Grab that coffee as we always do and enjoy the hilarity that will always ensue. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on themselves and their idiosyncrasies when it comes to physical preparation for class.  Anything to make life a little easier and to get the best out of one’s self.  Grab that coffee as we always do and enjoy the hilarity that will always ensue. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on listeners’ questions.  The team answer pertinent questions with honest and frank discussion based on what listeners want to know.  It’s funny, but very informative, and perfect for pianists that want to get into the field. This website is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on listeners’ questions.  The team answer pertinent questions with honest and frank discussion based on what listeners want to know.  It’s funny, but very informative, and perfect for pianists that want to get into the field. This website is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on the life and career of music director Jonathan Lo.  Currently at The Australian Ballet he has conducted at Northern Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet, and now the world.  He’s elegant and well spoken, and you’ll love what he’s got to say. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on the life and career of music director Jonathan Lo.  Currently at The Australian Ballet he has conducted at Northern Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet, and now the world.  He’s elegant and well spoken, and you’ll love what he’s got to say. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on playing for pas de deux, the type of repertoire most desired, and the technicalities as a pianist you may need in order to play this class at vocational level and beyond.  Lots of information and context is given, and some very funny pas de deux stories! This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on playing for pas de deux, the type of repertoire most desired, and the technicalities as a pianist you may need in order to play this class at vocational level and beyond.  Lots of information and context is given, and some very funny pas de deux stories! This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on deeper communications in the ballet studio.  It’s a heartfelt and personal approach to the discussion and everyone makes valid points.  How can you get your point across whilst sparing everyone’s feelings, staying true to the piece, and having a good time?  Find out here. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on deeper communications in the ballet studio.  It’s a heartfelt and personal approach to the discussion and everyone makes valid points.  How can you get your point across whilst sparing everyone’s feelings, staying true to the piece, and having a good time?  Find out here. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team life the lid on the life and career of Jeanette Wong, the Head of piano at Birmingham Royal Ballet.  It’s a really detailed look at the work involved heading the music department at one of the UK’s top ballet companies.  It’s incredibly fun, but hard work at the same time.  Jeanette handles it like a pro!
In this episode the team life the lid on the life and career of Jeanette Wong, the Head of piano at Birmingham Royal Ballet.  It’s a really detailed look at the work involved heading the music department at one of the UK’s top ballet companies.  It’s incredibly fun, but hard work at the same time.  Jeanette handles it like a pro!
In this episode the team life the lid on what it’s like to play for the pointe class, and how it can differ from that of a regular class.  Hilarious as always, it’s full of stories and banter as well as useful information that can be used teachers and pianists alike. The sheet music for the Radetzky March can be found HERE and music for Lilac Fairy can be found HERE. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team life the lid on what it’s like to play for the pointe class, and how it can differ from that of a regular class.  Hilarious as always, it’s full of stories and banter as well as useful information that can be used teachers and pianists alike. The sheet music for the Radetzky March can be found HERE and music for Lilac Fairy can be found HERE. This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk
In this episode the team lift the lid on the life and career of revered ballerina Cynthia Harvey.  From a small town in California to the heights of the world stage in ballet, she has done it all.  She’s ballsy, firstly and totally loveable, and so witty!
In this episode the team lift the lid on the life and career of revered ballerina Cynthia Harvey.  From a small town in California to the heights of the world stage in ballet, she has done it all.  She’s ballsy, firstly and totally loveable, and so witty!
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