Piano Inspires Podcast

Jerry Wong, Building a Life in Music Across Continents | S3 E26

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, Artina McCain interviews pianist Jerry Wong. Wong reflects on his educational path and his work as a professor in Australia

Christopher Fisher, Cultivating Connection Through Piano Teaching | S3 E25

Tune in to the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast with host Pamela Pike interviews pianist, teacher, and composer Christopher Fisher. Fisher, who serves as Prof

Tony Caramia, Where Jazz, Pedagogy, and the Piano Meet | S3 E24

In the latest episode of the Piano Inspires podcast, host Craig Sale sits down with renowned pianist and pedagogue Tony Caramia. Their conversation includes Caramia’s ear

Carol Leone, Expanding Possibilities at the Piano | S3 E23

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, host Artina McCain interviews Carol Leone, Professor of Piano and Chair of Piano Studies at Southern Methodist University.

Christopher Norton, Bridging Classical Tradition and Contemporary Styles | S3 E22

Listen now to this inspiring episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, featuring host Heather Smith with guest Christopher Norton. Norton, originally from New Zealand, is an

Tracy Cowden, Building Community Through Collaboration | S3 E21

Tune in to the latest episode of the Piano Inspires podcast, where host Alejandro Cremaschi sits down with pianist, pedagogue, and arts advocate Tracy Cowden. Their conve

William Westney, The Joy of Making Music and “The Un-Master Class” | S3 E20

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, host Pamela Pike is joined by William Westney, pianist, educator, author, and researcher. Westney reflects on his journey a

Roberta Rust, Bridging Performance, Scholarship, and Discovery | S3 E19

Join host Craig Sale as he interviews Roberta Rust in this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast. Rust, whose worldwide concert career has taken her to the world’s leadin

Stanford Thompson, Building Access and Belonging Through Equity Arc | S3 E18

The latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast features internationally recognized musician and educator Stanford Thompson. In this interview with host Craig Sale, Thom

Julie Nagel, Where Music, Mind, and Meaning Meet | S3 E17

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, host Sara Ernst is joined by Julie Jaffee Nagel, a psychologist, psychoanalyst, and musician. Nagel reflects on her educati

Logan Skelton, Immersing in Sound, Poetry, and Musical Meaning | S3 E16

Join host Sara Ernst as she interviews Logan Skelton in this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast. A pianist, composer, and teacher, Dr. Skelton is the Artur Schnabel Co

Wilfred Delphin, Building a Life in Music Through Community and Service | S3 E15

In the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, host Pam Pike interviews Wilfred Delphin, best known for his work as one half of the Delphin and Romain piano duo. De

Louis Nagel, Teaching Students to Listen Beyond the Notes | S3 E14

Join us for a thoughtful conversation with host Craig Sale and Louis Nagel, Professor Emeritus of Music at the University of Michigan. In this episode, Nagel shares insig

Brian Shepard, MTNA CEO, Building Community and Vision for Music Teachers | S3 E13

Start the new year with this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast featuring host Jennifer Snow as she interviews Brian Shepard. Shepard shares stories about his early be

Janet Lopinski, Connecting Heritage, Pedagogy, and Leadership in Music | S3 E12

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, Janet Lopinski joins host, Sara Ernst, to discuss her journey as a pianist, teacher, and administrator. Lopinski reflects o

Jody Kerchner, Inspiring Student Voice and Creative Music-Making | S3 E11

Join host Andrea McAlister as she interviews educator Jody Kerchner on the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast. Kerchner shares stories from her early years as a

John Ellis, Creating Space for Students to Discover Their Passions | S3 E10

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, John Ellis joins host Leah Claiborne to discuss his journey from childhood piano lessons to a dynamic career as a musician

Gayle Kowalchyk, A Journey of Teaching, Creativity, and Collaboration | S3 E9 

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, Gayle Kowalchyk joins host, Yeeseon Kwon, to discuss her multi-faceted career in music. Kowalchyk reflects on her education

Craig Sale, Shaping Piano Education Through Legacy and Community | S3 E8 

In the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, Craig Sale discusses his early experiences with music study, his work with legendary educators Frances Clark, Louise

Brian Chung, Bridging Music, Business, and Education | S3 E7 

In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, Brian Chung joins host, Heather Smith, to reflect on his past teachers, multi-faceted career path, and hopes for the music