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The Whole Note Podcast
by Shinyoung Kim
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. I'm cellist, Shinyoung Kim and I will be your host of the Whole Note Podcast. In this podcast series, we will explore the different hurdles that one may come across when navigating the world of classical music in the 21st century. Along with the challenges, we will also indulge in the joys of the art form and discuss why music is more essential than ever before. With my many esteemed guests, we will cover a wide array of different topics that are pertinent to the modern musician. I hope that you find these discussions educational and helpful towards your own journey and pursuit in sharing your artistic voice.
Episodes
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Episode 24 w/ Ying Li
Ying Li is the First Prize winner of the 2021 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, as well as recipient of The Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival Prize and the Tri-I Noon Recitals Prize. She has received top awards in numerous national and international competitions...
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Episode 23 w/ Jack Gao
Jack Gao was named the winner of the Naumburg International Piano Competition in 2023. Most recently he was personally selected by Martha Argerich to be the second recipient of the Martha Argerich Piano Award which was presented in collaboration with Steinway Hamburg. This prize is awarded to a...
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Episode 22 w/ Timothy Chooi
https://www.timothychooi.com/ Instagram: @timmychooi Timmy was our first in-person guest on episode 15. Please consider watching that episode if you haven't already. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-WB2ZNJ3S8&t=1426s
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Episode 21 w/ Sydney Lee
Korean-American cellist Sydney Lee has established herself as an artist of refined elegance and profound sincerity. She garnered recognition when she claimed both 1st prize at the 2022 Washington International Competition and 2nd prize at the 2022 Classic Strings International Competition. Most...
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Episode 20 w/ Christine J. Lee
Motivated and hungry for new experiences, Korean-born, Philadelphia-made cellist and activist, Christine J. Lee, crosses cultural boundaries through music and aims to connect people around the world. She is the most recent winner of the Isang Yun international competition in Korea as well as a...
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Episode 19 w/ Maron Khoury
At age 20, virtuoso flutist Maron Anis Khoury became the youngest musician to join the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. Born in the village of Tarshiha, Galilee, to a musical family, Khoury started playing the flute at the age of 11. Three years later, he was admitted to the Curtis Institute of…
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Episode 18 w/ Isabelle Ai Durrenberger
American violinist Isabelle Ai Durrenberger is praised for her imaginative, striking performances and her ability to communicate with sincere artistry. Currently based in New York City, Isabelle is a 2023-25 fellow of Carnegie Hall's renowned Ensemble Connect program. An avid chamber musician,...
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Episode 17 w/ Gaeun Kim (김가은)
Gaeun Kim, a 20-year-old cellist based in New York, has been spotlighted as an outstanding virtuosic performer and a winner of numerous competitions worldwide. Her journey began with winning both the first prize and the special award at the Antonio Janigro Competition in Zagreb, Croatia at her…
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Episode 16 w/ Sami Seif
Sami Seif (b. 1998) is a Lebanese composer, music theorist and pianist. His music is inspired by the aesthetics, philosophies, paradigms and poetry of his Middle-Eastern heritage. His work has been described as “very tasteful and flavorful” with “beautiful, sensitive writing!” His latest musical...
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Episode 15 w/ Timothy Chooi
Internationally acclaimed violinist Timothy Chooi, (pronounced as “Chewy,”) has captivated audiences worldwide with his virtuosic and finely nuanced performances. He is highly sought after for his passionate renditions and extensive repertoire, as well as his exceptional ability to connect with a...
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Episode 14 w/ Oliver Herbert
Oliver Herbert is a concert cellist with a rapidly growing international presence. The recipient of a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant, Oliver's natural musicianship and connective performances are carving a unique path in the world of music. As a soloist, Oliver has appeared with world renowned...
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Episode 13 w/ Jonathan Swensen
Rising star of the cello Jonathan Swensen is the recipient of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant and was recently featured as both Musical America's ‘New Artist of the Month' and ‘One to Watch' in Gramophone Magazine. Jonathan first fell in love with the cello upon hearing the Elgar Concerto at…
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Episode 12 w/ Stephen Tavani
Violinist Stephen Tavani is Assistant Concertmaster of The Cleveland Orchestra and has appeared as guest concertmaster with many other orchestras including the Indianapolis, Houston and Kansas City Symphonies. The New York Times commented about his playing that “…Tavani sometimes cooled his tone…
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Episode 11 w/ Karisa Chiu
Having been born into a musical family, Karisa began her studies at age two with her father, Cornelius Chiu, a violinist in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. She also performs frequently with her mother, pianist Inah Chiu. The Chiu family has given annual concerts at the Festival of the Arts at...
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Episode 10 w/ Balourdet Quartet
The celebrated Balourdet Quartet produces both emotionally intense and intimate moments on international stages. Its unique closeness and willingness to take creative risks earned it the 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant, as well as Chamber Music America's 2024 Cleveland Quartet Award. With more…
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Episode 9 w/ Genevieve Smelser
Genevieve Smelser joined the violin section of The Cleveland Orchestra in August 2023. She comes from a family of musicians in Chicago, Illinois, and her primary teachers included Mathias Tacke of the Vermeer Quartet and Gerardo Ribeiro. Smelser received her bachelor's degree from the Cleveland...
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Episode 8 w/ Roric Cunningham
A native of Manchester, N.H., Roric Cunningham joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra cello section in August 2023 at Tanglewood. He began cello studies at age 12 and two years later started taking lessons at the Manchester Community Music with Harel Gietheim. In 2017, he won the Portsmouth…
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Episode 7 w/ Kevin Lin
Originally from the greater New York area, violinist Kevin Lin has received international recognition for his musicianship and “soulful” playing (The Arts Desk). Lin currently serves as Concertmaster of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. Lin is a highly sought after Concertmaster, previously...
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Episode 6 w/ Nathan Chan
Nathan Chan's multifaceted career exemplifies his dedication to exploring the diverse dimensions of the cello, sharing his musical vision across solo, chamber music, and orchestral realms. His unwavering belief in music's power to bridge gaps and create connections drives him to engage audiences...
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Episode 5 w/ Austin Huntington
Austin Huntington was appointed principal cellist of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in June 2015 at the age of 20, currently making him one of the youngest principal musicians in a major American orchestra. He was recently the runner-up for the San Francisco Symphony's principal cello…
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Episode 4 w/ Alex Hoffman
Alexandria Hoffman is a third-year fellow with the New World Symphony. She was previously acting Associate Principal Flute with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra as well as a Flute Fellow with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. She has performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and has appeared...
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Episode 3 w/ William Hagen
William Hagen has performed as soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. In 2022/23, William performs with orchestras around the United States, makes his debut with the Orquesta Filharmónica de Bogotá, and performs as soloist and chamber...
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Episode 2 w/ Zsolt Bognár
Pianist, host, and author Zsolt Bognár is known to many around the globe in musical and cultural circles. As pianist, he has performed in Europe, Asia, and United States, and recorded a highly-praised debut album of works of Schubert and Liszt. He has appeared at New York's Lincoln Center and…
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Episode 1 w/ Albert Cano Smit
A musician who has been praised as “a moving young poet” (Le Devoir), Spanish/Dutch pianist Albert Cano Smit enjoys a growing international career on the orchestral, recital, and chamber music stages. Noted for his captivating performances, storytelling quality and nuanced musicality, the First...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. I'm cellist, Shinyoung Kim and I will be your host of the Whole Note Podcast. In this podcast series, we will explore the different hurdles that one may come across when navigating the world of classical music in the 21st century. Along with the challenges, we will also indulge in the joys of the art form and discuss why music is more essential than ever before. With my many esteemed guests, we will cover a wide array of different topics that are pertinent to the modern musician. I hope that you find these discussions educational and helpful towards your own journey and pursuit in sharing your artistic voice.
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Hi! Thanks for stopping by. I'm cellist, Shinyoung Kim and I will be your host of the Whole Note Podcast. In this podcast series, we will explore the different hurdles that one may come across when navigating the world of classical music in the 21st century. Along with the challenges, we will also...
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