2. Matilda Lloyd: embracing solitude, the ups and downs of social media, and why identity can get messy for musicians

Matilda Lloyd is a trumpet soloist, educator and co-host of the Musical Roots podcast. Her debut album for Chandos Records, Casta Diva (April 2023) received a glowing five-star review from BBC Music Magazine, who also chose it as their Recording of the Month that June. She regularly gives talks and masterclasses both in the UK and abroad, as well as being a London Mozart Players Education Ambassador, and an ambassador for the charity Brass for Africa. In this episode, Matilda discusses her personal definition of the word ‘success’, having a strong community of female brass players, why identity can get a bit messy for musicians, and unwelcome marriage proposals in her DMs… This episode was recorded in September 2023.---------------------Matilda’s links:InstagramX (formerly Twitter)TikTokMusical Roots podcast--------------------Follow The Classical Circuit on InstagramDid you enjoy this episode? If so, ratings and reviews help a lot with visibility, if you have a spare moment... *bats eyelashes*No offence taken if not.--------------------This podcast is also available to listen to via The Violin Channel--------------------Music: François Couperin - Le Tic-Toc-Choc ou Les MaillotinsPerformed by Daniel Lebhardt--------------------The Classical Circuit is made by Ella Lee (radio music producer by trade, pianist at heart).-------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.