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The secrets of the symphony: a classical music podcast from two violinists who live together, work together, and play together

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038: Do we really need a conductor?

Posted March 4, 202000:48:44

Here at Stand Partner HQ, we get this question a lot! And that should tell you something without even knowing the answer. Nobody asks what a pilot does,...

037: Orchestra Players Anonymous

Posted February 11, 202000:31:21

Twelve-step programs have helped millions of people, including some of our colleagues. But their constant references to a “higher power”...

037: Orchestra Players Anonymous

Posted February 11, 202000:31:21

Twelve-step programs have helped millions of people, including some of our colleagues. But their constant references to a "higher power" rub some people...

036 – Johnny Lee wasn’t meant to be a Harvard MD

Posted December 22, 201900:57:47

Violinist Johnny Lee is Akiko’s mirror image on stage at Disney Hall: he sits fourth chair second violin, while she’s fourth chair first violin.

But...

036 – Johnny Lee wasn’t meant to be a Harvard MD

Posted December 22, 201900:57:47

Violinist Johnny Lee is Akiko's mirror image on stage at Disney Hall: he sits fourth chair second violin, while she's fourth chair first violin. But...