Episodes

In this bonus episode entrepreneur and pianist Susan Zhang (GPD 18’) discusses how she cofounded The Concert Truck, a startup she created during her time at Peabody, and the skills needed to keep it running. You can learn more about The Concert Truck at their website (www.theconcerttruck.org) or by following them @theconcerttruck on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Intro music by Vincent Fasano. Audio editing by Greg Hays. Logo by MegDig Design. Interview Recorded Feb. 13, 2019

Performer, administrator, and arts advocate Zoe Fried (MM ‘16) speaks with Christina Manceor about the ways those who work in the arts can inspire audiences, both through their work on stage as well as back stage. We also discuss how Zoe discovered her passion for arts administration, ways to approach thinking about long-term goals, and finding common ground to organically connect with your colleagues. Learn more about the Shriver Hall Concert Series. Intro music by Vincent Fasano. Audio editi...

This is a bonus Max Q interview excerpt with DMA conducting candidate Michael Repper. We discuss networking, managing your time as a freelancer, and wisdom from Disney movies. Find out more about Michael and his current projects at his website www.mikerepper.com. Intro music by Vincent Fasano. Audio editing by Greg Hays. Logo by MegDig Design. Interview Recorded Jan. 24, 2019

Soprano, teacher, and chamber musician Molly Grace Young (MM ‘13) speaks with Robin McGinness about the importance of diversification, both in life and in your career as a musician. We touch on the relationship between teaching and performing, the importance of establishing a flexible studio that allows for your performance schedule, balancing ambition and contentment to set goals given an uncertain future, and the necessity of self-care and creating a life outside of music. Intro music by Vince...

Composer, violinist, and violist Ledah Finck (MM ’18) discusses with Christina Manceor the importance of finding inspiration inside and outside of school, the difficulty of saying no, and how to manage touring with her ensembles in Baltimore and New York while holding space for practicing and composing. Learn more about Ledah Finck, the Bergamot Quartet, and her piece “In the Brink.” Intro music by Vincent Fasano. Audio editing by Greg Hays. Logo by MegDig Design. Interview Recorded Jan 25, 2019

Music Director and Conductor Ryan Tani (MM 17) speaks with Robin McGinness about the challenges of maintaining balance between administrative jobs, conducting positions, and life in general. Learn more about Ryan Tani and Occasional Symphony on their websites. Intro music by Vincent Fasano. Audio editing by Greg Hays. Logo by MegDig Design. Interview recorded Jan 30, 2019

Max Q is an interview podcast for anyone interested in, or currently pursuing careers in the performing arts. Max Q is a term for the most stressful part of a rocket’s ascent. We focus on a similar, often difficult time for new alumni – the initial period of time following graduation. Our podcast features recent Peabody graduates discussing the challenges they have faced since completing their studies, their different jobs, what they have since learned, and how their education has impacted their...