The Upnote Podcast

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Simone Porter sits with her longtime teacher, Robert Lipsett, to chat about all the subtle ways a performance can be elevated with proper preparation. From instrument maintenance to practicing your nerves, this is packed full of advice from a legendary duo.

Manager of Alumni and Parent Relations at Colburn, Michele Yamamoto, chats with Ryan this week. From how to better use one's alumni network as a working professional, to how one can even use it to engage with current students, Michele shines a light on a surely lesser known aspect of our field.

Jared chats with Colburn and UCLA piano technician Brian Lee. Brian is a percussionist who discovered he had another calling *in addition* to his percussion career. They discuss the satisfaction of finding that balance of musical work, and how Colburn helps its students thrive.

Jared and Ryan chat with Director of Production for the Colburn School, Victor Pineda.

Jared and Ryan sit down with Colburn's Advancement Communications Specialist, Parisa Zaeri. Community engagement by the numbers, exploring diverse career paths against resistance, and a sprinkle of Texas band nostalgia in true Upnote fashion.

Ryan sits down with Associate Artistic Director for Street Symphony, Dustin Seo, to talk about community engagement through music in Los Angeles' Skid Row community.

The Upnote hosts Jared, Ryan, and Simone introduce this eight-episode series in collaboration with The Colburn School as Entrepreneurs in Residence.

After a considerable pandemic hiatus, The Upnote is thrilled to feature Toronto-based music writer Michael Zarathus-Cook! Michael shares his unique path into becoming a classical music writer, as well as his advocacy for a genuine diversity and inclusivity in the performing arts. We discuss his fan…

Hailed by the CBC as “Canada’s next big cello star,” Cameron Crozman has delighted audiences across the globe! Cameron chats with Ryan about how he’s spent his time in quarantine, his studies and musical awakening in Paris, and shares insider info about recording albums of all stripes! The 1000 Tr…