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Dissonant Dialogues

by Claire Emily

Occasionally uncomfortable conversations on classical music, conservatory, and what it means to be a musician. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

  1. Season 3 Happy Hour | Dissonant Dialogues

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Season 3 Premier: Book Announcement!

    Book and Ebook Links: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/what-about-me2?srsltid=AfmBOopD5ZzauyFRaXa7Fzh6JCYP1rae0gBOWv1XJhC2C4qS2olwlyW4 https://a.co/d/acHpUk4 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical...

  3. Season Finale, Emily’s Story

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 28, classical vocal...

  4. Teachers, Tribulations, and Tadpoles: ft. Nathan Waller

    Support our guests: www.arcofrog.com ‪@Arcofrog‬ In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so…

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  5. The Day the Music (Industry) Died | Dissonant Dialogues

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  6. Help! I Accidentally Majored in Music | Dissonant Dialogues ft. Joe Bierzynski

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  7. The Scam Jam | Dissonant Dialogues

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  8. Audition Adventures: ft. David Vrablic

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Support our guest:...

  9. Happy Hour | Dissonant Dialogues Season Premier

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. BTS vlogs: • Senior violin recital…

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  10. Psychological Grooming: Emily’s Story | Dissonant Dialogues S1E8

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  11. Down with the Sickness, ft. Robin Hahn

    Robin Hahn is a Vancouver, CA-based soprano with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and POTS. She is a performer, director, coach, and disability advocate. Her work with Opera Mariposa unites her passions as Canada’s first disability run opera company. Sharing her diagnosis in common with Claire, they…

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  12. From the Chair to the Podium ft. Dana Green | Dissonant Dialogues S1E6

    Music educators: this one is for you! We talk about the process of deciding to major in music ed, being a music student, student teaching, and then applying for jobs on your own! How to avoid burnout, how to find your teacher identity, when do you start to “feel ready” to manage a classroom, all...

  13. Networking | Dissonant Dialogues

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  14. Music School Hacks | Dissonant Dialogues

    In this episode, Claire and Emily discuss all around hacks for those in music school. How to take care of yourself, how to sustain your passion, who to trust, how to keep yourself safe from professors, the importance of leaving reviews, how to survive classes, and more! In this podcast, hosts...

  15. Conservatory Culture pt. II

    In this episode, Claire and Emily discuss the dark truth of conservatory culture, speaking about the things that many musicians are afraid to bring into the light. We share our own stories, your stories, answer questions, and provide advice for those looking to attend or trying to survive...

  16. Conservatory Culture pt. I

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  17. Burnout | Dissonant Dialogues

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

  18. Get to Know Us | Dissonant Dialogues

    In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more. Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Occasionally uncomfortable conversations on classical music, conservatory, and what it means to be a musician.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HOSTED BY

Claire Emily

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Occasionally uncomfortable conversations on classical music, conservatory, and what it means to be a musician. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dissonant Dialogues is created and hosted by Claire Emily.
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