Song Cycle Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/song-cycle This is Song Cycle, where we gab with cool people who bring their innovative ideas and projects to life to contribute to a more vibrant society through song. Join the conversation! Cincinnati Song Initiative c2082dcd-209c-5150-9788-5b8444beb9a4 yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Season 5 Trailer en Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:00:14 -0400 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:01:58 -0400 https://song-cycle.transistor.fm https://img.transistorcdn.com/I274zyrV-bI4dAcJU55F92lEBk8RLgHbfc8_p3a0JxM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM2MTUwLzE2Njg3/MjE3MDQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Song Cycle https://song-cycle.transistor.fm episodic Cincinnati Song Initiative This is Song Cycle, where we gab with cool people who bring their innovative ideas and projects to life to contribute to a more vibrant society through song. Join the conversation! This is Song Cycle, where we gab with cool people who bring their innovative ideas and projects to life to contribute to a more vibrant society through song. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Cincinnati Song Initiative No No The One with Louise Toppin 6 6 The One with Louise Toppin full 6966eeb8-6714-4217-bca1-7a13ba2ffc73 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a780d3e Get ready for this gold mine as we welcome the Dr. Louise Toppin to the pod. She shares her experiences and wisdom with a beautiful sense of purpose, including the importance of mentorship, how we can all engage with Spirituals and art song by Black composers more widely, and that one time she sang five different sets of ornaments for Joan Sutherland and felt very thankful for being extra prepared. As Director of both the George Shirley Vocal Competition and Singing Down the Barriers workshop at the University of Michigan, she knows firsthand how to walk the walk, not just talk the talk. Dive in and get ready to learn!

Listen to Louise's latest album, Dear Friends and Gentle Hearts
Order Black Song: A Manifesto for Music and Justice
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Get ready for this gold mine as we welcome the Dr. Louise Toppin to the pod. She shares her experiences and wisdom with a beautiful sense of purpose, including the importance of mentorship, how we can all engage with Spirituals and art song by Black composers more widely, and that one time she sang five different sets of ornaments for Joan Sutherland and felt very thankful for being extra prepared. As Director of both the George Shirley Vocal Competition and Singing Down the Barriers workshop at the University of Michigan, she knows firsthand how to walk the walk, not just talk the talk. Dive in and get ready to learn!

Listen to Louise's latest album, Dear Friends and Gentle Hearts
Order Black Song: A Manifesto for Music and Justice
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3293 Get ready for this gold mine as we welcome the Dr. Louise Toppin to the pod. She shares her experiences and wisdom with a beautiful sense of purpose, including the importance of mentorship, how we can all engage with Spirituals and art song by Black composers more widely, and that one time she sang five different sets of ornaments for Joan Sutherland and felt very thankful for being extra prepared. As Director of both the George Shirley Vocal Competition and Singing Down the Barriers workshop at the University of Michigan, she knows firsthand how to walk the walk, not just talk the talk. Dive in and get ready to learn!

Listen to Louise's latest album, Dear Friends and Gentle Hearts
Order Black Song: A Manifesto for Music and Justice
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Louise Toppin The One with Lori Laitman & Caitlin Vincent 6 6 The One with Lori Laitman & Caitlin Vincent full cdef50a6-a302-4751-bcf7-ca4116a64be4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8063768e Ever wonder what the composer-librettist relationship is like? We do, too, and that's why we asked our good friend, composer Lori Laitman, and the star librettist Caitlin Vincent to join us and discuss their collaboration. It's a really interesting discussion that provides a glimpse into the process of how song and opera texts come to life when both the author and composer are around to work together.

Purchase Caitlin's book Opera Wars here!

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Ever wonder what the composer-librettist relationship is like? We do, too, and that's why we asked our good friend, composer Lori Laitman, and the star librettist Caitlin Vincent to join us and discuss their collaboration. It's a really interesting discussion that provides a glimpse into the process of how song and opera texts come to life when both the author and composer are around to work together.

Purchase Caitlin's book Opera Wars here!

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2852 Ever wonder what the composer-librettist relationship is like? We do, too, and that's why we asked our good friend, composer Lori Laitman, and the star librettist Caitlin Vincent to join us and discuss their collaboration. It's a really interesting discussion that provides a glimpse into the process of how song and opera texts come to life when both the author and composer are around to work together.

Purchase Caitlin's book Opera Wars here!

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling The One with Robert Bosworth 6 6 The One with Robert Bosworth full 7c707aa2-5b97-465c-8836-398fc7db64a6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3c7cd3d You know him as Robert Bosworth, Trained Musician™️ on Instagram and TikTok, but now it's time to get to know the real pianist behind the curtain! Hear directly from the lovable social media personality that's taking off like a rocket on what his journey has been like, what advice he has for the up-and-coming generation of classical artists, and why it's so important that we all develop our own musical thoughts without following the legacies before us blindly. Come for the giggles, stay for some serious truths!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> You know him as Robert Bosworth, Trained Musician™️ on Instagram and TikTok, but now it's time to get to know the real pianist behind the curtain! Hear directly from the lovable social media personality that's taking off like a rocket on what his journey has been like, what advice he has for the up-and-coming generation of classical artists, and why it's so important that we all develop our own musical thoughts without following the legacies before us blindly. Come for the giggles, stay for some serious truths!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3101 You know him as Robert Bosworth, Trained Musician™️ on Instagram and TikTok, but now it's time to get to know the real pianist behind the curtain! Hear directly from the lovable social media personality that's taking off like a rocket on what his journey has been like, what advice he has for the up-and-coming generation of classical artists, and why it's so important that we all develop our own musical thoughts without following the legacies before us blindly. Come for the giggles, stay for some serious truths!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Robert Bosworth Holiday Party! 5 5 Holiday Party! full cc01c104-2702-4213-be1c-282f29a0e01c https://share.transistor.fm/s/b0f44842 We're wrapping up 2025 by bringing Cincinnati Song Initiative's podcast hosts together for our annual Holiday Party! Join us in looking back on a wonderful year with peaks and pits from all of our hosts, then test your knowledge with games like "Guess that Song" and "Two Truths and a Lie: Composer Edition." Which composer walked the streets of Paris with a hammer in his suit pocket? Which composers did - and didn't - study with Nadia Boulanger? (Spoiler: even our hosts get stumped plenty of times!)

Thanks for a great year of song, and here's to a musically rewarding 2026!

Follow Follow the Lieder with Mandee Madrid-Sikich here.
Follow So Lit Song Lit with Ellen Rissinger and Toni Marie Palmertree here.

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> We're wrapping up 2025 by bringing Cincinnati Song Initiative's podcast hosts together for our annual Holiday Party! Join us in looking back on a wonderful year with peaks and pits from all of our hosts, then test your knowledge with games like "Guess that Song" and "Two Truths and a Lie: Composer Edition." Which composer walked the streets of Paris with a hammer in his suit pocket? Which composers did - and didn't - study with Nadia Boulanger? (Spoiler: even our hosts get stumped plenty of times!)

Thanks for a great year of song, and here's to a musically rewarding 2026!

Follow Follow the Lieder with Mandee Madrid-Sikich here.
Follow So Lit Song Lit with Ellen Rissinger and Toni Marie Palmertree here.

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2937 We're wrapping up 2025 by bringing Cincinnati Song Initiative's podcast hosts together for our annual Holiday Party! Join us in looking back on a wonderful year with peaks and pits from all of our hosts, then test your knowledge with games like "Guess that Song" and "Two Truths and a Lie: Composer Edition." Which composer walked the streets of Paris with a hammer in his suit pocket? Which composers did - and didn't - study with Nadia Boulanger? (Spoiler: even our hosts get stumped plenty of times!)

Thanks for a great year of song, and here's to a musically rewarding 2026!

Follow Follow the Lieder with Mandee Madrid-Sikich here.
Follow So Lit Song Lit with Ellen Rissinger and Toni Marie Palmertree here.

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling The One with Darryl Taylor 5 5 The One with Darryl Taylor full 69b71eaa-3d9d-4fe9-b7af-6a411dfae0cc https://share.transistor.fm/s/06e7a793 After inviting a direct deposit from a Nigerian prince to help fund their greatest song commissioning desires, Laura and Sam had the pleasure to speak with Darryl Taylor, countertenor, teacher, founder of the African American Art Song Alliance, and an all-around people connector. Through his advocacy, research, teachings, and recording projects, America has taken significant steps towards celebrating and programming songs beyond the contents of the iconic Willis C. Patterson Anthology of Art Songs by Black American Composers.

Settle in to hear Darryl's origin story, his professional trajectory, how he transitioned from being a tenor to countertenor, and how far he's come since his founding of the Alliance in 1997. And stream his and Louise Toppin's new two-disc album, Dear Friends & Gentle Hearts: African American Art Song Essentials, on Apple and Spotify!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> After inviting a direct deposit from a Nigerian prince to help fund their greatest song commissioning desires, Laura and Sam had the pleasure to speak with Darryl Taylor, countertenor, teacher, founder of the African American Art Song Alliance, and an all-around people connector. Through his advocacy, research, teachings, and recording projects, America has taken significant steps towards celebrating and programming songs beyond the contents of the iconic Willis C. Patterson Anthology of Art Songs by Black American Composers.

Settle in to hear Darryl's origin story, his professional trajectory, how he transitioned from being a tenor to countertenor, and how far he's come since his founding of the Alliance in 1997. And stream his and Louise Toppin's new two-disc album, Dear Friends & Gentle Hearts: African American Art Song Essentials, on Apple and Spotify!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2494 After inviting a direct deposit from a Nigerian prince to help fund their greatest song commissioning desires, Laura and Sam had the pleasure to speak with Darryl Taylor, countertenor, teacher, founder of the African American Art Song Alliance, and an all-around people connector. Through his advocacy, research, teachings, and recording projects, America has taken significant steps towards celebrating and programming songs beyond the contents of the iconic Willis C. Patterson Anthology of Art Songs by Black American Composers.

Settle in to hear Darryl's origin story, his professional trajectory, how he transitioned from being a tenor to countertenor, and how far he's come since his founding of the Alliance in 1997. And stream his and Louise Toppin's new two-disc album, Dear Friends & Gentle Hearts: African American Art Song Essentials, on Apple and Spotify!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Darryl Taylor The One with Jamie Barton 5 5 The One with Jamie Barton full 96ac9108-3ea8-46f6-b113-d5392471c016 https://share.transistor.fm/s/043761af Please hold for tech... Is this thing on? Oh, there you are, Jamie Barton! One of the most iconic artists of our generation stops by the pod to chat all things song, share her incredible musical origin story from rural Georgia, and impart invaluable advice for finding one's true, authentic voice that puts you front and center in this crazy industry. (Hint: it involves healthy boundaries.)

Happy opening to the cast of the 25th anniversary run of Jake Heggie's opera Dead Man Walking at San Francisco Opera! Oh, and we're now accepting applications for an on-site manager for Jamie's Cat Café.

Stream one of Jamie's favorite songs, "You Have Become a Forest" from Four Poems of Nikita Gill by Melissa Dunphy on Apple Music or Spotify.
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Please hold for tech... Is this thing on? Oh, there you are, Jamie Barton! One of the most iconic artists of our generation stops by the pod to chat all things song, share her incredible musical origin story from rural Georgia, and impart invaluable advice for finding one's true, authentic voice that puts you front and center in this crazy industry. (Hint: it involves healthy boundaries.)

Happy opening to the cast of the 25th anniversary run of Jake Heggie's opera Dead Man Walking at San Francisco Opera! Oh, and we're now accepting applications for an on-site manager for Jamie's Cat Café.

Stream one of Jamie's favorite songs, "You Have Become a Forest" from Four Poems of Nikita Gill by Melissa Dunphy on Apple Music or Spotify.
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3790 Please hold for tech... Is this thing on? Oh, there you are, Jamie Barton! One of the most iconic artists of our generation stops by the pod to chat all things song, share her incredible musical origin story from rural Georgia, and impart invaluable advice for finding one's true, authentic voice that puts you front and center in this crazy industry. (Hint: it involves healthy boundaries.)

Happy opening to the cast of the 25th anniversary run of Jake Heggie's opera Dead Man Walking at San Francisco Opera! Oh, and we're now accepting applications for an on-site manager for Jamie's Cat Café.

Stream one of Jamie's favorite songs, "You Have Become a Forest" from Four Poems of Nikita Gill by Melissa Dunphy on Apple Music or Spotify.
***
Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
***
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Jamie Barton The One with B.E. Boykin 5 5 The One with B.E. Boykin full 439a391d-eade-46c4-85fe-df379e262e0b https://share.transistor.fm/s/4db5df2f Our guest celebrity this month, the astounding B.E. Boykin, may seem like an old friend. That's because she's the co-conspirator with last month's guest, Sidney Outlaw, having composed the amazing new cycle 26 Ways of Looking at a Black Man, found on Sidney and Warren Jones' new album, Black Pierrot. We were inspired by her unique story and can-do attitude in her pursuit of composing, despite numerous rejections along the way. But with cheerleaders like Dorothy Rudd Moore telling her to keep going for the love of it, how could she possibly have given up? Thank the #TeamArtSong gods she never did - we're all for the better having her songs in our world.

Stick around for a great conversation between Laura and Sam on how to advocate for the continued celebration of new music, including bringing audiences along. Thanks for the question, Edson!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Our guest celebrity this month, the astounding B.E. Boykin, may seem like an old friend. That's because she's the co-conspirator with last month's guest, Sidney Outlaw, having composed the amazing new cycle 26 Ways of Looking at a Black Man, found on Sidney and Warren Jones' new album, Black Pierrot. We were inspired by her unique story and can-do attitude in her pursuit of composing, despite numerous rejections along the way. But with cheerleaders like Dorothy Rudd Moore telling her to keep going for the love of it, how could she possibly have given up? Thank the #TeamArtSong gods she never did - we're all for the better having her songs in our world.

Stick around for a great conversation between Laura and Sam on how to advocate for the continued celebration of new music, including bringing audiences along. Thanks for the question, Edson!
***
Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2383 Our guest celebrity this month, the astounding B.E. Boykin, may seem like an old friend. That's because she's the co-conspirator with last month's guest, Sidney Outlaw, having composed the amazing new cycle 26 Ways of Looking at a Black Man, found on Sidney and Warren Jones' new album, Black Pierrot. We were inspired by her unique story and can-do attitude in her pursuit of composing, despite numerous rejections along the way. But with cheerleaders like Dorothy Rudd Moore telling her to keep going for the love of it, how could she possibly have given up? Thank the #TeamArtSong gods she never did - we're all for the better having her songs in our world.

Stick around for a great conversation between Laura and Sam on how to advocate for the continued celebration of new music, including bringing audiences along. Thanks for the question, Edson!
***
Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!

Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling B.E. Boykin The One with Sidney Outlaw 5 5 The One with Sidney Outlaw full 550de30c-d91a-4667-93fe-6b80f075bf89 https://share.transistor.fm/s/235f1270 Coming to us from balmy Brevard, North Carolina, the fame-ish Sidney Outlaw joins the pod, where the stories just keep flowing one after another! From the value of mentorship in shaping one's educational and professional journey, to the importance of creating quality recordings to provide the next generation with stylistic models, to believing that we're right where we're meant to be - all woven together by Star Wars metaphors - the conversation has nuggets for everyone. Hop on The Magic School Bus, it's class time with Sidney Outlaw!

Stream Sidney's newest album with Warren Jones, Black Pierrot, featuring music by William Grant Still and B.E. Boykin.

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! This episode, we answer a very interesting question submitted by Kelly in Cincinnati.
Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Coming to us from balmy Brevard, North Carolina, the fame-ish Sidney Outlaw joins the pod, where the stories just keep flowing one after another! From the value of mentorship in shaping one's educational and professional journey, to the importance of creating quality recordings to provide the next generation with stylistic models, to believing that we're right where we're meant to be - all woven together by Star Wars metaphors - the conversation has nuggets for everyone. Hop on The Magic School Bus, it's class time with Sidney Outlaw!

Stream Sidney's newest album with Warren Jones, Black Pierrot, featuring music by William Grant Still and B.E. Boykin.

***
Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! This episode, we answer a very interesting question submitted by Kelly in Cincinnati.
Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3601 Coming to us from balmy Brevard, North Carolina, the fame-ish Sidney Outlaw joins the pod, where the stories just keep flowing one after another! From the value of mentorship in shaping one's educational and professional journey, to the importance of creating quality recordings to provide the next generation with stylistic models, to believing that we're right where we're meant to be - all woven together by Star Wars metaphors - the conversation has nuggets for everyone. Hop on The Magic School Bus, it's class time with Sidney Outlaw!

Stream Sidney's newest album with Warren Jones, Black Pierrot, featuring music by William Grant Still and B.E. Boykin.

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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! This episode, we answer a very interesting question submitted by Kelly in Cincinnati.
Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Sidney Outlaw The One with Michael Kelly 5 5 The One with Michael Kelly full a9230741-8528-4e4c-945c-35fb102825ab https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4224322 The multi-faceted singer/writer/producer Michael Kelly joins the pod, sharing reflections on a career that started in song and have only rippled out from there. Stick around for a conversation about what classical musicians can stand to learn from pop artists, and new song cycles about poets who couldn't keep their hands off each other. Intrigued yet? Dive in with a whole new episode of Song Cycle, your go-to for chats with today's most pioneering performers and entrepreneurs!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! Shoutout to composer Lisa Neher as this month's Songster in Your Neighborhood!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> The multi-faceted singer/writer/producer Michael Kelly joins the pod, sharing reflections on a career that started in song and have only rippled out from there. Stick around for a conversation about what classical musicians can stand to learn from pop artists, and new song cycles about poets who couldn't keep their hands off each other. Intrigued yet? Dive in with a whole new episode of Song Cycle, your go-to for chats with today's most pioneering performers and entrepreneurs!
***
Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! Shoutout to composer Lisa Neher as this month's Songster in Your Neighborhood!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3030 The multi-faceted singer/writer/producer Michael Kelly joins the pod, sharing reflections on a career that started in song and have only rippled out from there. Stick around for a conversation about what classical musicians can stand to learn from pop artists, and new song cycles about poets who couldn't keep their hands off each other. Intrigued yet? Dive in with a whole new episode of Song Cycle, your go-to for chats with today's most pioneering performers and entrepreneurs!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! Shoutout to composer Lisa Neher as this month's Songster in Your Neighborhood!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Michael Kelly The One with Robert Peavler & Dennis Tobenski 5 5 The One with Robert Peavler & Dennis Tobenski full effaf4c1-7557-4d4a-bc9f-6fe55da366d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/56ac7ffe We've done a lot of pulling back the curtain on the life of composers, but we haven't had the chance to hang with another cornerstone of our industry - the publishers - until NOW! Laura and Sam are joined by super-cool-men-on-a-mission Robert Peavler of North Star Music and Dennis Tobenski of NewMusicShelf (where you can pick up Laura's 40@40 Anthology). These gents share their "why" for starting their publishing companies (hint: their reasons are far more noble than making money). Listen along for a rare glimpse into the world of publishing - and composers, stick around to hear how you can get your music picked up!
Then, Laura and Sam answer a fantastic #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Holly in Winchester, VA about how to collaborate with composers when premiering their songs. And Laura shares a Songster in Your Neighborhood spotlight on Denise Rivera. Pick up her amazing anthology for beginning singers, Art Songs for New Beginnings, today!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> We've done a lot of pulling back the curtain on the life of composers, but we haven't had the chance to hang with another cornerstone of our industry - the publishers - until NOW! Laura and Sam are joined by super-cool-men-on-a-mission Robert Peavler of North Star Music and Dennis Tobenski of NewMusicShelf (where you can pick up Laura's 40@40 Anthology). These gents share their "why" for starting their publishing companies (hint: their reasons are far more noble than making money). Listen along for a rare glimpse into the world of publishing - and composers, stick around to hear how you can get your music picked up!
Then, Laura and Sam answer a fantastic #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Holly in Winchester, VA about how to collaborate with composers when premiering their songs. And Laura shares a Songster in Your Neighborhood spotlight on Denise Rivera. Pick up her amazing anthology for beginning singers, Art Songs for New Beginnings, today!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3123 We've done a lot of pulling back the curtain on the life of composers, but we haven't had the chance to hang with another cornerstone of our industry - the publishers - until NOW! Laura and Sam are joined by super-cool-men-on-a-mission Robert Peavler of North Star Music and Dennis Tobenski of NewMusicShelf (where you can pick up Laura's 40@40 Anthology). These gents share their "why" for starting their publishing companies (hint: their reasons are far more noble than making money). Listen along for a rare glimpse into the world of publishing - and composers, stick around to hear how you can get your music picked up!
Then, Laura and Sam answer a fantastic #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Holly in Winchester, VA about how to collaborate with composers when premiering their songs. And Laura shares a Songster in Your Neighborhood spotlight on Denise Rivera. Pick up her amazing anthology for beginning singers, Art Songs for New Beginnings, today!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Robert Peavler Dennis Tobenski The One with Jodi Goble 5 5 The One with Jodi Goble full af63e332-254f-4d7c-af39-30570e95dd08 https://share.transistor.fm/s/14491427 Step right up and get learned by Jodi Goble, composer and vocal coach extraordinaire! She drops golden nuggets along the way for how composers and singers can best learn from each other, what's awesome about American art song today and where it's headed, and even her favorite hobby that may or may not involve a blow torch.
Stick around for a fascinating #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Daniel in Stamford, CT and an ensuing discussion on what makes a song a great song, as well as a great Songster in Your Neighborhood shoutout for Mike Brofman and Brooklyn Art Song Society, submitted by Harold in NYC!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Step right up and get learned by Jodi Goble, composer and vocal coach extraordinaire! She drops golden nuggets along the way for how composers and singers can best learn from each other, what's awesome about American art song today and where it's headed, and even her favorite hobby that may or may not involve a blow torch.
Stick around for a fascinating #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Daniel in Stamford, CT and an ensuing discussion on what makes a song a great song, as well as a great Songster in Your Neighborhood shoutout for Mike Brofman and Brooklyn Art Song Society, submitted by Harold in NYC!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2814 Step right up and get learned by Jodi Goble, composer and vocal coach extraordinaire! She drops golden nuggets along the way for how composers and singers can best learn from each other, what's awesome about American art song today and where it's headed, and even her favorite hobby that may or may not involve a blow torch.
Stick around for a fascinating #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Daniel in Stamford, CT and an ensuing discussion on what makes a song a great song, as well as a great Songster in Your Neighborhood shoutout for Mike Brofman and Brooklyn Art Song Society, submitted by Harold in NYC!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Jodi Goble The One with Glendower Jones 5 5 The One with Glendower Jones full d749fbb4-3488-4d99-ae3d-4dc9ed80c454 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5b28994a Have you ever wondered if, in all the years you've known Glendower Jones... all the years you've ordered music from him at Classical Vocal Reprints... all the years you've had wonderful and engaging conversations with him on Facebook... Have you ever heard him speak? Well, fellow Songsters, prepare to meet the voice behind the online personality! Laura and Sam get to know the omniscient artist who's helped most of us out of a bind when it comes to finding that most obscure score. But there's much more to Glendower than CVR. Settle in to hear some amazing stories, and start thinking about what music you need to order from him next.

Stick around for our first-ever #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Harold in NYC, as well as a fantastic Songster in Your Neighborhood shoutout submitted by Sakinah in Nawlins!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Have you ever wondered if, in all the years you've known Glendower Jones... all the years you've ordered music from him at Classical Vocal Reprints... all the years you've had wonderful and engaging conversations with him on Facebook... Have you ever heard him speak? Well, fellow Songsters, prepare to meet the voice behind the online personality! Laura and Sam get to know the omniscient artist who's helped most of us out of a bind when it comes to finding that most obscure score. But there's much more to Glendower than CVR. Settle in to hear some amazing stories, and start thinking about what music you need to order from him next.

Stick around for our first-ever #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Harold in NYC, as well as a fantastic Songster in Your Neighborhood shoutout submitted by Sakinah in Nawlins!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2668 Have you ever wondered if, in all the years you've known Glendower Jones... all the years you've ordered music from him at Classical Vocal Reprints... all the years you've had wonderful and engaging conversations with him on Facebook... Have you ever heard him speak? Well, fellow Songsters, prepare to meet the voice behind the online personality! Laura and Sam get to know the omniscient artist who's helped most of us out of a bind when it comes to finding that most obscure score. But there's much more to Glendower than CVR. Settle in to hear some amazing stories, and start thinking about what music you need to order from him next.

Stick around for our first-ever #TeamArtSong Mailbag question from Harold in NYC, as well as a fantastic Songster in Your Neighborhood shoutout submitted by Sakinah in Nawlins!
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Glendower Jones Samuel Martin Laura Strickling The One with Oliver Camacho 5 5 The One with Oliver Camacho full e27cea0b-4546-4f9f-be42-83b0182939c2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1e004d00 We're kicking off Season 5 with a fantastic and varied conversation with the singular Oliver Camacho. This singer, radio host (WFMT Listening to Singers with Oliver Camacho), podcast host (Opera Box Score), opera reviewer, and all-around smart dude  has great insight and spicy opinions. From the latest trends in song to his favorite new recordings to the podcast pro's advice for newbie host Laura, we cover it all. Let's get into it.
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> We're kicking off Season 5 with a fantastic and varied conversation with the singular Oliver Camacho. This singer, radio host (WFMT Listening to Singers with Oliver Camacho), podcast host (Opera Box Score), opera reviewer, and all-around smart dude  has great insight and spicy opinions. From the latest trends in song to his favorite new recordings to the podcast pro's advice for newbie host Laura, we cover it all. Let's get into it.
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
***
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3638 We're kicking off Season 5 with a fantastic and varied conversation with the singular Oliver Camacho. This singer, radio host (WFMT Listening to Singers with Oliver Camacho), podcast host (Opera Box Score), opera reviewer, and all-around smart dude  has great insight and spicy opinions. From the latest trends in song to his favorite new recordings to the podcast pro's advice for newbie host Laura, we cover it all. Let's get into it.
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Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag!
Submit a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Laura Strickling Oliver Camacho Season 5 Trailer 5 5 Season 5 Trailer trailer 2b3dc64f-6fa7-473f-93fa-98df41a9ad2d https://share.transistor.fm/s/f70335be Welcome to Season 5, and meet your new co-host, Laura Strickling! She's one of the coolest, most entrepreneurial singers around, and we can't wait to get into some great conversations with her and her friends. Got something to say? Share it with our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Submit a question for Laura and Sam to answer on a future episode. From career advice to repertoire and programming ideas to shedding light on the ins and outs of this ever-changing industry, we hope to have a conversation with you. Come along for the ride!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Welcome to Season 5, and meet your new co-host, Laura Strickling! She's one of the coolest, most entrepreneurial singers around, and we can't wait to get into some great conversations with her and her friends. Got something to say? Share it with our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Submit a question for Laura and Sam to answer on a future episode. From career advice to repertoire and programming ideas to shedding light on the ins and outs of this ever-changing industry, we hope to have a conversation with you. Come along for the ride!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 187 Welcome to Season 5, and meet your new co-host, Laura Strickling! She's one of the coolest, most entrepreneurial singers around, and we can't wait to get into some great conversations with her and her friends. Got something to say? Share it with our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Submit a question for Laura and Sam to answer on a future episode. From career advice to repertoire and programming ideas to shedding light on the ins and outs of this ever-changing industry, we hope to have a conversation with you. Come along for the ride!
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Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling The One with Joélle Harvey & Alex Fletcher 4 4 The One with Joélle Harvey & Alex Fletcher full ef865996-e56d-42a7-8d4f-ce935e4c3cc1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b9693e6 💥 Power couple alert! 💥 This month's conversation hits on a ton of great topics, featuring the very interesting perspectives of not one, but two titans of the industry - world-class soprano Joélle Harvey and epic artist manager Alex Fletcher. Not only do they bring their unique thoughts to the table as individuals, they give us a glimpse into how their roles in 21st-century American classical music has affected their married life. (Spoiler: it's wonderfully positive.) Tune in and enjoy this power couple's storytelling and advice!
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> 💥 Power couple alert! 💥 This month's conversation hits on a ton of great topics, featuring the very interesting perspectives of not one, but two titans of the industry - world-class soprano Joélle Harvey and epic artist manager Alex Fletcher. Not only do they bring their unique thoughts to the table as individuals, they give us a glimpse into how their roles in 21st-century American classical music has affected their married life. (Spoiler: it's wonderfully positive.) Tune in and enjoy this power couple's storytelling and advice!
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3081 💥 Power couple alert! 💥 This month's conversation hits on a ton of great topics, featuring the very interesting perspectives of not one, but two titans of the industry - world-class soprano Joélle Harvey and epic artist manager Alex Fletcher. Not only do they bring their unique thoughts to the table as individuals, they give us a glimpse into how their roles in 21st-century American classical music has affected their married life. (Spoiler: it's wonderfully positive.) Tune in and enjoy this power couple's storytelling and advice!
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Joélle Harvey Alex Fletcher The One with Rhoslyn Jones 4 4 The One with Rhoslyn Jones full 8ee60acb-e1cb-41e2-b68e-60f16bad649a https://share.transistor.fm/s/a3b48543 If you're interested in hearing a little bit about everything, this one's for you. Rhoslyn Jones brings the most joy to her artistry as a teacher and performer. Grab a listen to hear about her amazing early musical opportunities in Canada, and stay to hear all her hot takes on the industry and celebrity teachers. Oh, and no pigs were harmed during the creation of this episode. 🐷
Visit Rhoslyn Jones' website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> If you're interested in hearing a little bit about everything, this one's for you. Rhoslyn Jones brings the most joy to her artistry as a teacher and performer. Grab a listen to hear about her amazing early musical opportunities in Canada, and stay to hear all her hot takes on the industry and celebrity teachers. Oh, and no pigs were harmed during the creation of this episode. 🐷
Visit Rhoslyn Jones' website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3952 If you're interested in hearing a little bit about everything, this one's for you. Rhoslyn Jones brings the most joy to her artistry as a teacher and performer. Grab a listen to hear about her amazing early musical opportunities in Canada, and stay to hear all her hot takes on the industry and celebrity teachers. Oh, and no pigs were harmed during the creation of this episode. 🐷
Visit Rhoslyn Jones' website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Rhoslyn Jones The One with Roderick Williams 4 4 The One with Roderick Williams full 498c7bbe-ad2a-4eac-b206-728f7449b094 https://share.transistor.fm/s/056ba647 It's truly the most interesting man alive: English baritone Roderick Williams. Yes, the same Roderick Williams who sang at King Charles III's coronation in 2023. The one you've probably heard on most any English song album. Would you guess the magnitude of his career after listening to this chill conversation he has with Sam? Definitely not. So settle in for an hour of wonderful stories and shared wisdom on working hard, staying open to different ideas and opinions, and making sure to stop and smell the roses along the way.
Visit Roderick Williams' website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> It's truly the most interesting man alive: English baritone Roderick Williams. Yes, the same Roderick Williams who sang at King Charles III's coronation in 2023. The one you've probably heard on most any English song album. Would you guess the magnitude of his career after listening to this chill conversation he has with Sam? Definitely not. So settle in for an hour of wonderful stories and shared wisdom on working hard, staying open to different ideas and opinions, and making sure to stop and smell the roses along the way.
Visit Roderick Williams' website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3531 It's truly the most interesting man alive: English baritone Roderick Williams. Yes, the same Roderick Williams who sang at King Charles III's coronation in 2023. The one you've probably heard on most any English song album. Would you guess the magnitude of his career after listening to this chill conversation he has with Sam? Definitely not. So settle in for an hour of wonderful stories and shared wisdom on working hard, staying open to different ideas and opinions, and making sure to stop and smell the roses along the way.
Visit Roderick Williams' website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Roderick Williams The One with Iain Burnside 4 4 The One with Iain Burnside full 47a36812-6f49-4a7b-8730-4d5d56b0fa84 https://share.transistor.fm/s/645269eb The great Scottish pianist Iain Burnside joins Sam for a fun and informative conversation.  Come for the sage advice on how to stay active in this ever-changing classical music landscape, stay for the greatest page-turning fail you never knew you needed to hear.
Visit Iain Burnside's website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> The great Scottish pianist Iain Burnside joins Sam for a fun and informative conversation.  Come for the sage advice on how to stay active in this ever-changing classical music landscape, stay for the greatest page-turning fail you never knew you needed to hear.
Visit Iain Burnside's website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2790 The great Scottish pianist Iain Burnside joins Sam for a fun and informative conversation.  Come for the sage advice on how to stay active in this ever-changing classical music landscape, stay for the greatest page-turning fail you never knew you needed to hear.
Visit Iain Burnside's website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Iain Burnside The One with Gwen Coleman 4 4 The One with Gwen Coleman full d281d68d-bfde-4550-a78f-8c045a69d637 https://share.transistor.fm/s/55f318cf What better way to kick off 2024 and Season 4 than with inspiration for chasing our own authentic selves? Allowing our mindsets to change over time, adopting new attitudes and approaches, and always - always - learning from those around us. It's the best advice for all of us, only from Gwen Coleman, right here on Song Cycle.
Visit Gwen Coleman's website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> What better way to kick off 2024 and Season 4 than with inspiration for chasing our own authentic selves? Allowing our mindsets to change over time, adopting new attitudes and approaches, and always - always - learning from those around us. It's the best advice for all of us, only from Gwen Coleman, right here on Song Cycle.
Visit Gwen Coleman's website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2744 What better way to kick off 2024 and Season 4 than with inspiration for chasing our own authentic selves? Allowing our mindsets to change over time, adopting new attitudes and approaches, and always - always - learning from those around us. It's the best advice for all of us, only from Gwen Coleman, right here on Song Cycle.
Visit Gwen Coleman's website.
Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Gwen Coleman Season 3 Holiday Party! 3 3 Season 3 Holiday Party! full 6d386a39-52e2-4726-9375-abab3da3c4c9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8fdb832d The Season 3 finale crossover extravaganza is here! Sam invites the hosts of CSI's other podcasts, So Lit Song Lit and Follow the Lieder to join him to discuss what their shows are all about. More importantly, though, is your chance to see if you can guess even fewer music trivia questions correctly than this band of hooligans did. Happy holidays to all, and here's to a bright and musically fulfilling new year!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> The Season 3 finale crossover extravaganza is here! Sam invites the hosts of CSI's other podcasts, So Lit Song Lit and Follow the Lieder to join him to discuss what their shows are all about. More importantly, though, is your chance to see if you can guess even fewer music trivia questions correctly than this band of hooligans did. Happy holidays to all, and here's to a bright and musically fulfilling new year!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3123 The Season 3 finale crossover extravaganza is here! Sam invites the hosts of CSI's other podcasts, So Lit Song Lit and Follow the Lieder to join him to discuss what their shows are all about. More importantly, though, is your chance to see if you can guess even fewer music trivia questions correctly than this band of hooligans did. Happy holidays to all, and here's to a bright and musically fulfilling new year!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Mandee Madrid-Sikich Toni Marie Palmertree Ellen Rissinger The One with Sasha Cooke 3 3 The One with Sasha Cooke full 32eac482-6dc7-413c-9fe1-1f499f5b2a20 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34175ebd Who better for a gratitude-filled, inspirational, optimistic, and enlightening Thanksgiving conversation than the luminous Sasha Cooke? From learning to trust the universe when doors of opportunity open, to meaningful commissioning projects that caught fire, to chatting about why Wolf is such a singularly unique song composer, Sasha and Sam cover a wide range of topics that anybody will want to hear. The nuggets of wisdom are plentiful, as are the good times during this conversation.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Who better for a gratitude-filled, inspirational, optimistic, and enlightening Thanksgiving conversation than the luminous Sasha Cooke? From learning to trust the universe when doors of opportunity open, to meaningful commissioning projects that caught fire, to chatting about why Wolf is such a singularly unique song composer, Sasha and Sam cover a wide range of topics that anybody will want to hear. The nuggets of wisdom are plentiful, as are the good times during this conversation.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3271 Who better for a gratitude-filled, inspirational, optimistic, and enlightening Thanksgiving conversation than the luminous Sasha Cooke? From learning to trust the universe when doors of opportunity open, to meaningful commissioning projects that caught fire, to chatting about why Wolf is such a singularly unique song composer, Sasha and Sam cover a wide range of topics that anybody will want to hear. The nuggets of wisdom are plentiful, as are the good times during this conversation.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Sasha Cooke The One with Stephanie Blythe 3 3 The One with Stephanie Blythe full ca9be521-b313-496f-b097-9f283a31dd53 https://share.transistor.fm/s/376e9d78 Artist. Administrator. Visionary. Unique. Multi-dimensional. Drag icon. Legend. Just the first few words that come to mind when thinking about renowned singer Stephanie Blythe. Join her and Sam in a no-holds-barred discussion on finding inspiration and meaning from who came before us, the future of classical music, the need for artists to connect with audiences live, and, of course, the drag tenor Blythely Oratonio.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Artist. Administrator. Visionary. Unique. Multi-dimensional. Drag icon. Legend. Just the first few words that come to mind when thinking about renowned singer Stephanie Blythe. Join her and Sam in a no-holds-barred discussion on finding inspiration and meaning from who came before us, the future of classical music, the need for artists to connect with audiences live, and, of course, the drag tenor Blythely Oratonio.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 4179 Artist. Administrator. Visionary. Unique. Multi-dimensional. Drag icon. Legend. Just the first few words that come to mind when thinking about renowned singer Stephanie Blythe. Join her and Sam in a no-holds-barred discussion on finding inspiration and meaning from who came before us, the future of classical music, the need for artists to connect with audiences live, and, of course, the drag tenor Blythely Oratonio.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Samuel Martin Stephanie Blythe The One with Laura Strickling 3 3 The One with Laura Strickling full 3e69c262-29d1-4acd-8909-f48a1a5ec629 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b26d952 This one's for you if you need a little inspiration on turning your passions into action. Meet Laura Strickling, literal creator of the #TeamArtSong hashtag, song advocate, conduit between singers, pianists, and composers, and all-around song cheerleader. Get to know her, her story, and go bookmark her brand new album, 40@40!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> This one's for you if you need a little inspiration on turning your passions into action. Meet Laura Strickling, literal creator of the #TeamArtSong hashtag, song advocate, conduit between singers, pianists, and composers, and all-around song cheerleader. Get to know her, her story, and go bookmark her brand new album, 40@40!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3305 This one's for you if you need a little inspiration on turning your passions into action. Meet Laura Strickling, literal creator of the #TeamArtSong hashtag, song advocate, conduit between singers, pianists, and composers, and all-around song cheerleader. Get to know her, her story, and go bookmark her brand new album, 40@40!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Laura Strickling The One with Sholto Kynoch 3 3 The One with Sholto Kynoch full 10cb0d71-8325-4a4f-8b3c-e36fa95181a2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7313f0f8 Sholto Kynoch, Founding Artistic Director of the newly rebranded Oxford International Song Festival, sits down with Sam to discuss song across the Pond, how the organization engages audiences in bold and relevant ways, and that one time they bribed audience members to come to their concerts... for science, of course.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Sholto Kynoch, Founding Artistic Director of the newly rebranded Oxford International Song Festival, sits down with Sam to discuss song across the Pond, how the organization engages audiences in bold and relevant ways, and that one time they bribed audience members to come to their concerts... for science, of course.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3008 Sholto Kynoch, Founding Artistic Director of the newly rebranded Oxford International Song Festival, sits down with Sam to discuss song across the Pond, how the organization engages audiences in bold and relevant ways, and that one time they bribed audience members to come to their concerts... for science, of course.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Sholto Kynoch The One with Shawn Okpebholo 3 3 The One with Shawn Okpebholo full a0d6453a-14f1-46e4-9dfc-eb7bb1ab2a46 https://share.transistor.fm/s/af569bf2 The wholesome content you've been waiting for is finally here. Meet legendary composer and CSI Advisory Council member Shawn Okpebholo, who not only writes some of the most searing and poignant vocal music of today, but also keeps it 100% real by never losing sight of the ones who helped him get where he is today and paying it forward by nurturing current relationships to the fullest.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> The wholesome content you've been waiting for is finally here. Meet legendary composer and CSI Advisory Council member Shawn Okpebholo, who not only writes some of the most searing and poignant vocal music of today, but also keeps it 100% real by never losing sight of the ones who helped him get where he is today and paying it forward by nurturing current relationships to the fullest.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2701 The wholesome content you've been waiting for is finally here. Meet legendary composer and CSI Advisory Council member Shawn Okpebholo, who not only writes some of the most searing and poignant vocal music of today, but also keeps it 100% real by never losing sight of the ones who helped him get where he is today and paying it forward by nurturing current relationships to the fullest.

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Shawn Okpebholo The One with Myra Huang 3 3 The One with Myra Huang full c0bb88ed-5f1a-4895-a21a-26a0c838171f https://share.transistor.fm/s/6031f344 You know how you have that one friend who seems to be able to do it all? That's Myra Huang. When she's not busy working with the next generation of opera stars at The Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, coaching at Manhattan School of Music,  or running the show at the Aspen Opera Theater as director of musical administration and head coach, you can find her on recital stages throughout the world with the greatest artists of our generation. Get to know this consummate artist right here!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> You know how you have that one friend who seems to be able to do it all? That's Myra Huang. When she's not busy working with the next generation of opera stars at The Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, coaching at Manhattan School of Music,  or running the show at the Aspen Opera Theater as director of musical administration and head coach, you can find her on recital stages throughout the world with the greatest artists of our generation. Get to know this consummate artist right here!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2546 You know how you have that one friend who seems to be able to do it all? That's Myra Huang. When she's not busy working with the next generation of opera stars at The Metropolitan Opera's Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, coaching at Manhattan School of Music,  or running the show at the Aspen Opera Theater as director of musical administration and head coach, you can find her on recital stages throughout the world with the greatest artists of our generation. Get to know this consummate artist right here!

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Samuel Martin Myra Huang The One with Queen City Cabaret 3 3 The One with Queen City Cabaret full 5d05743a-0469-4e2e-82b7-b55545f78c8b https://share.transistor.fm/s/88361fd0 It's the one, the only, Queen City Cabaret! Get to know cool cats Sarah Folsom and Matthew Umphreys and how they got their start swooning their way through Cincinnati. Hear some live clips to get in the mood, learn more about the genre of cabaret and the Great American Songbook, and don't miss our co-production with them on March 18, 2023 - Unforgettable: The Golden Age of the Great American Songbook.

Clip 1: Secret Love - Sammy Fain (music), Paul Francis Webster (lyrics)
Clip 2: When I Fall in Love - Victor Young (music), Edward Heyman (lyrics)

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> It's the one, the only, Queen City Cabaret! Get to know cool cats Sarah Folsom and Matthew Umphreys and how they got their start swooning their way through Cincinnati. Hear some live clips to get in the mood, learn more about the genre of cabaret and the Great American Songbook, and don't miss our co-production with them on March 18, 2023 - Unforgettable: The Golden Age of the Great American Songbook.

Clip 1: Secret Love - Sammy Fain (music), Paul Francis Webster (lyrics)
Clip 2: When I Fall in Love - Victor Young (music), Edward Heyman (lyrics)

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2943 It's the one, the only, Queen City Cabaret! Get to know cool cats Sarah Folsom and Matthew Umphreys and how they got their start swooning their way through Cincinnati. Hear some live clips to get in the mood, learn more about the genre of cabaret and the Great American Songbook, and don't miss our co-production with them on March 18, 2023 - Unforgettable: The Golden Age of the Great American Songbook.

Clip 1: Secret Love - Sammy Fain (music), Paul Francis Webster (lyrics)
Clip 2: When I Fall in Love - Victor Young (music), Edward Heyman (lyrics)

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, Julius Drake, Queen City Cabaret No Samuel Martin Queen City Cabaret The One with Julius Drake 3 3 The One with Julius Drake full 259de802-2c49-4968-b6fb-a388778d7a2b https://share.transistor.fm/s/4701be72 🚨 This is not a drill! 🚨 Song Cycle's third season is here, and our kickoff episode features none other than the *incredible* English pianist Julius Drake. Dig in with Sam as he learns all about Julius' upbringing, his fascinating career, and that one time Wigmore Hall staff came to him backstage with some shocking news...

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> 🚨 This is not a drill! 🚨 Song Cycle's third season is here, and our kickoff episode features none other than the *incredible* English pianist Julius Drake. Dig in with Sam as he learns all about Julius' upbringing, his fascinating career, and that one time Wigmore Hall staff came to him backstage with some shocking news...

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2136 🚨 This is not a drill! 🚨 Song Cycle's third season is here, and our kickoff episode features none other than the *incredible* English pianist Julius Drake. Dig in with Sam as he learns all about Julius' upbringing, his fascinating career, and that one time Wigmore Hall staff came to him backstage with some shocking news...

Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

]]> art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981, Julius Drake No Samuel Martin Julius Drake The One with Allen Perriello 2 2 The One with Allen Perriello full 1a19538d-81c6-4eaf-a908-a955b559fb4c https://share.transistor.fm/s/888dc4af Laura talks with arts administrator and collaborative pianist Allen Perriello. While many of us seem to be going through transitions during these COVID times, Allen talks about what gets him up in the morning, what grounds him, and what keeps him focused. Covering topics ranging from mentors who give that first opportunity to do something great, or giving yourself permission to be an artist or make that job transition, to the power of song to connect us in the hardest of times, this one has a little bit for everyone. 

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]]> Laura talks with arts administrator and collaborative pianist Allen Perriello. While many of us seem to be going through transitions during these COVID times, Allen talks about what gets him up in the morning, what grounds him, and what keeps him focused. Covering topics ranging from mentors who give that first opportunity to do something great, or giving yourself permission to be an artist or make that job transition, to the power of song to connect us in the hardest of times, this one has a little bit for everyone. 

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]]> Mon, 04 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3138 Laura talks with arts administrator and collaborative pianist Allen Perriello. Laura talks with arts administrator and collaborative pianist Allen Perriello. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Dr. Amelia Nagoski 2 2 The One with Dr. Amelia Nagoski full 5bd46264-8a6e-41dc-a33c-e09379c5d86e https://share.transistor.fm/s/60c151f1 In this episode, Laura talks with Dr. Amelia Nagoski, DMA, co-author of the New York Times bestselling book, "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle." They discuss Dr. Nagoski's career, the reality of COVID and its effect on the lives of artists, the patriarchy, and burnout. As many artists are enduring or have endured tough transitions in the last two years and are experiencing burnout, this is an important episode to remind us of how, and why, we make music and what it does to us as people, inside and out. 

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Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle

Unruly Wellness

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]]> In this episode, Laura talks with Dr. Amelia Nagoski, DMA, co-author of the New York Times bestselling book, "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle." They discuss Dr. Nagoski's career, the reality of COVID and its effect on the lives of artists, the patriarchy, and burnout. As many artists are enduring or have endured tough transitions in the last two years and are experiencing burnout, this is an important episode to remind us of how, and why, we make music and what it does to us as people, inside and out. 

Notes

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle

Unruly Wellness

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]]> Mon, 07 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 4170 In this episode, Laura talks with Dr. Amelia Nagoski, DMA, co-author of the New York Times bestselling book, "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle." In this episode, Laura talks with Dr. Amelia Nagoski, DMA, co-author of the New York Times bestselling book, "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle." art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Laura LeVoir The One with Nicolette Rader 2 2 The One with Nicolette Rader full f953f398-17bd-48b2-b840-9620f2b45cbb https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4bebba0 In this episode, Laura talks with singer, arts administrator, and former nurse Nicolette Rader about life transitions and how music can be both the impetus behind and comfort during life and career transitions. They discuss handling those transitions with grace and trust, how mental health and performance go hand-in-hand, and perspective on the work that you do and how it defines you. You also may get a new life hack on how to up your grilled cheese sandwich game. 

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]]> In this episode, Laura talks with singer, arts administrator, and former nurse Nicolette Rader about life transitions and how music can be both the impetus behind and comfort during life and career transitions. They discuss handling those transitions with grace and trust, how mental health and performance go hand-in-hand, and perspective on the work that you do and how it defines you. You also may get a new life hack on how to up your grilled cheese sandwich game. 

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]]> Mon, 07 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3782 In this episode, Laura talks with singer, arts administrator, and former nurse Nicolette Rader about life transitions and how music can be both the impetus behind and comfort during life and career transitions. In this episode, Laura talks with singer, arts administrator, and former nurse Nicolette Rader about life transitions and how music can be both the impetus behind and comfort during life and career transitions. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Dr. Susan Youens 2 2 The One with Dr. Susan Youens full 9513d006-ec78-430d-bc9a-45a84b95fba5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fe4fa80b Laura talks with world-renowned German song scholar Dr. Susan Youens about what led her to her research, the power of art song to make us pay attention, life's journeys, overcoming academic barriers, and of course Schubert and Wolf. This is a lecture in an episode, grab a notebook; you'll want to take notes. 

Notes

Book: Clara Schumann Studies

Dr. Youens' Bio

Song: Schubert Bertha's Lied in der Nacht

Song: Schubert Der Winterabend

Song: Wolf Im frühling from Mörike-Lieder

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]]> Laura talks with world-renowned German song scholar Dr. Susan Youens about what led her to her research, the power of art song to make us pay attention, life's journeys, overcoming academic barriers, and of course Schubert and Wolf. This is a lecture in an episode, grab a notebook; you'll want to take notes. 

Notes

Book: Clara Schumann Studies

Dr. Youens' Bio

Song: Schubert Bertha's Lied in der Nacht

Song: Schubert Der Winterabend

Song: Wolf Im frühling from Mörike-Lieder

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]]> Mon, 03 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3969 Laura talks with world-renowned German song scholar Dr. Susan Youens about what led her to her research, the power of art song to make us pay attention, life's journeys, overcoming academic barriers, and of course Schubert and Wolf. Laura talks with world-renowned German song scholar Dr. Susan Youens about what led her to her research, the power of art song to make us pay attention, life's journeys, overcoming academic barriers, and of course Schubert and Wolf. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir Susan Youens The One with Dr. Shannon Cochran 2 2 The One with Dr. Shannon Cochran full 93bf6f40-76c8-468c-bf64-5592a70de4a1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/39d8333e In this episode, Laura chats with soprano Dr. Shannon Cochran about the joys of singing during the pandemic, the importance of setting boundaries and self-care, and what tools we have available to replenish ourselves as artists. Keep this one in your back pocket when you need a little pick-me-up. 

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Shannon Cochran, soprano

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]]> In this episode, Laura chats with soprano Dr. Shannon Cochran about the joys of singing during the pandemic, the importance of setting boundaries and self-care, and what tools we have available to replenish ourselves as artists. Keep this one in your back pocket when you need a little pick-me-up. 

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Shannon Cochran, soprano

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]]> Mon, 06 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3879 In this episode, Laura chats with soprano Dr. Shannon Cochran about the joys of singing during the pandemic, the importance of setting boundaries and self-care, and what tools we have available to replenish ourselves as artists. In this episode, Laura chats with soprano Dr. Shannon Cochran about the joys of singing during the pandemic, the importance of setting boundaries and self-care, and what tools we have available to replenish ourselves as artists. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Reggie Smith 2 2 The One with Reggie Smith full 727cd241-57e4-478d-b426-5f062b29a964 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9210c305 Laura talks with Reggie Smith, singer and life-advice giver extraordinaire. Covering everything from recital programming, song's profound ability to change our thoughts and the thoughts of those around us, and the rewards and challenges of living on the road, like Reggie says, there's "something for everyone". 

Notes

Reginald Smith, Jr.

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]]> Laura talks with Reggie Smith, singer and life-advice giver extraordinaire. Covering everything from recital programming, song's profound ability to change our thoughts and the thoughts of those around us, and the rewards and challenges of living on the road, like Reggie says, there's "something for everyone". 

Notes

Reginald Smith, Jr.

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]]> Mon, 01 Nov 2021 08:06:23 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3803 Laura talks with Reggie Smith, singer and life-advice giver extraordinaire. Laura talks with Reggie Smith, singer and life-advice giver extraordinaire. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir Reginald Smith, Jr. The One with Matt Cahill 2 2 The One with Matt Cahill full 513a337f-1629-46e6-a860-fc42284908cd https://share.transistor.fm/s/eff7c535 Laura talks with Matt Cahill about the importance of healing through music and that our artistic journeys should give both those making the art and those consuming the art new life and perspective. This is a good one if you're in need of some artistic TLC. 

Notes

Hogfish

ATSinging

Book: Coddling of the American Mind

Book: Pedagogy of the Oppressed

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]]> Laura talks with Matt Cahill about the importance of healing through music and that our artistic journeys should give both those making the art and those consuming the art new life and perspective. This is a good one if you're in need of some artistic TLC. 

Notes

Hogfish

ATSinging

Book: Coddling of the American Mind

Book: Pedagogy of the Oppressed

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]]> Mon, 04 Oct 2021 18:13:13 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3235 Laura talks with Matt Cahill about the importance of healing through music and that our artistic journeys should give both those making the art and those consuming the art new life and perspective. Laura talks with Matt Cahill about the importance of healing through music and that our artistic journeys should give both those making the art and those consuming the art new life and perspective. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer 2 2 The One with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer full a67d1cbb-bcb5-401e-83a0-474d3bd9792d https://share.transistor.fm/s/f9d8fbd8 Laura talks with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer of Sparks and Wiry Cries about the importance of song as a medium to connect people especially during a time when connection feels less available, leadership in the arts, and the ability to stay flexible in times of uncertainty. In addition to some sound advice about toe safety.

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Sparks and Wiry Cries

Martha Guth

Erika Switzer

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]]> Laura talks with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer of Sparks and Wiry Cries about the importance of song as a medium to connect people especially during a time when connection feels less available, leadership in the arts, and the ability to stay flexible in times of uncertainty. In addition to some sound advice about toe safety.

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Sparks and Wiry Cries

Martha Guth

Erika Switzer

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]]> Mon, 06 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3151 Laura talks with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer of Sparks and Wiry Cries about the importance of song as a medium to connect people especially during a time when connection feels less available, leadership in the arts, and the ability to stay flexible in times of uncertainty. Laura talks with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer of Sparks and Wiry Cries about the importance of song as a medium to connect people especially during a time when connection feels less available, leadership in the arts, and the ability to stay flexible in t art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The Debrief 1 1 The Debrief full a0fe7d75-6f52-45db-8550-17d2a5866afc https://share.transistor.fm/s/440781af In this episode, Laura and Sam recap the first season of Song Cycle and the fifth season of Cincinnati Song Initiative. While goofy and sometimes incoherent, Laura and Sam manage to discuss the important things: the successes and opportunities presented by the pandemic, the importance of story, and some favorite moments from the pod and the groundbreaking all-digital season. That's a wrap for season one, everybody. Thanks for listening and Song Cycle will be back for a second season, starting in September! 

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]]> In this episode, Laura and Sam recap the first season of Song Cycle and the fifth season of Cincinnati Song Initiative. While goofy and sometimes incoherent, Laura and Sam manage to discuss the important things: the successes and opportunities presented by the pandemic, the importance of story, and some favorite moments from the pod and the groundbreaking all-digital season. That's a wrap for season one, everybody. Thanks for listening and Song Cycle will be back for a second season, starting in September! 

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]]> Mon, 28 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 2129 In this episode, Laura and Sam recap the first season of Song Cycle and the fifth season of Cincinnati Song Initiative. In this episode, Laura and Sam recap the first season of Song Cycle and the fifth season of Cincinnati Song Initiative. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Laura LeVoir The One with Will Liverman 1 1 The One with Will Liverman full cb7fd616-ef9f-47bd-b1c2-d6b567e573e3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/94775932 In this episode Laura talks with Will Liverman. Will is a baritone, a composer, and an arts advocate. This conversation solidifies the importance of storytelling, accepting that you have your own voice to tell your own stories, and recognizing that to bring about social change both in the music world and whole world at large requires deliberate action and intention. Will is engaging with the rich history of classical vocal music while blazing new trails for the future of our art form by connecting with and performing the music of underrepresented communities and their stories.

Notes

Will Liverman

Creating The Factotum

Dreams of a New Day

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]]> In this episode Laura talks with Will Liverman. Will is a baritone, a composer, and an arts advocate. This conversation solidifies the importance of storytelling, accepting that you have your own voice to tell your own stories, and recognizing that to bring about social change both in the music world and whole world at large requires deliberate action and intention. Will is engaging with the rich history of classical vocal music while blazing new trails for the future of our art form by connecting with and performing the music of underrepresented communities and their stories.

Notes

Will Liverman

Creating The Factotum

Dreams of a New Day

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]]> Mon, 21 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3109 In this episode Laura talks with baritone, a composer, and an arts advocate Will Liverman. In this episode Laura talks with baritone, a composer, and an arts advocate Will Liverman. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir Will Liverman The One with Kathleen Kelly 1 1 The One with Kathleen Kelly full bd72ba4f-2b52-42e8-bffb-bd85afba3550 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3b1e5329 In this episode, Laura talks with Kathy Kelly, a pianist, coach, conductor, writer, mentor, and arts leader. And, if that wasn't enough, Kathy is a fierce advocate for gender and racial equity in the musical world by fostering and creating music that will perpetuate and transform our musical world one collaboration at a time.

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Kathleen Kelly

Kathleen Kelly - Instagram

Kathleen Kelly - Twitter

GDQ Arts

Melissa Dunphy - Video

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]]> In this episode, Laura talks with Kathy Kelly, a pianist, coach, conductor, writer, mentor, and arts leader. And, if that wasn't enough, Kathy is a fierce advocate for gender and racial equity in the musical world by fostering and creating music that will perpetuate and transform our musical world one collaboration at a time.

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Kathleen Kelly

Kathleen Kelly - Instagram

Kathleen Kelly - Twitter

GDQ Arts

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]]> Mon, 07 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 4375 In this episode, Laura talks with Kathy Kelly, a pianist, coach, conductor, writer, mentor, and arts leader. In this episode, Laura talks with Kathy Kelly, a pianist, coach, conductor, writer, mentor, and arts leader. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Laura LeVoir Kathleen Kelly The One with Davóne Tines 1 1 The One with Davóne Tines full 31d5ce25-bdd1-4907-a069-5caa077ff54b https://share.transistor.fm/s/404f7d4a In this episode, Laura talks with bass-baritone Davóne Tines. Davóne is a multi-talented, many-faceted storyteller, communicator, arts leader and singer. In addition to preparing for his time singing in the Cincinnati May Festival, Davóne is innovating the performance realm of vocal music and changing lives along the way. Maybe have a tissue ready while listening to this episode: powerful stories await. 

Davóne Tines

Cincinnati May Festival

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]]> In this episode, Laura talks with bass-baritone Davóne Tines. Davóne is a multi-talented, many-faceted storyteller, communicator, arts leader and singer. In addition to preparing for his time singing in the Cincinnati May Festival, Davóne is innovating the performance realm of vocal music and changing lives along the way. Maybe have a tissue ready while listening to this episode: powerful stories await. 

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Cincinnati May Festival

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]]> Mon, 24 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 4026 In this episode, Laura talks with bass-baritone, multi-talented, many-faceted storyteller, communicator, arts leader, and singer Davóne Tines. In this episode, Laura talks with bass-baritone, multi-talented, many-faceted storyteller, communicator, arts leader, and singer Davóne Tines. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Linda McAlister 1 1 The One with Linda McAlister full b6002654-d448-4515-a52a-ed22c70fbfbc https://share.transistor.fm/s/31455816 In this episode, Laura talks with Linda McAlister, the executive director of Schmidt Vocal Arts, CSI board member, and arts leader and advocate. Covering everything from changing careers to presidential pardons to Amanda Gorman, Linda talks about her career as a performer in the US and in Europe and transitioning into her role in arts administration, and the importance of allowing yourself to be comfortable with change. She is a perfect example of, if you have a calling, it will find you and guide you where you need to be. Even if it's not where you thought you would end up.

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Schmidt Vocal Arts 

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]]> In this episode, Laura talks with Linda McAlister, the executive director of Schmidt Vocal Arts, CSI board member, and arts leader and advocate. Covering everything from changing careers to presidential pardons to Amanda Gorman, Linda talks about her career as a performer in the US and in Europe and transitioning into her role in arts administration, and the importance of allowing yourself to be comfortable with change. She is a perfect example of, if you have a calling, it will find you and guide you where you need to be. Even if it's not where you thought you would end up.

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Schmidt Vocal Arts 

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]]> Sun, 16 May 2021 22:02:39 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3665 In this episode, Laura talks with Linda McAlister, the Executive Director of Schmidt Vocal Arts, CSI board member, and arts leader and advocate. In this episode, Laura talks with Linda McAlister, the Executive Director of Schmidt Vocal Arts, CSI board member, and arts leader and advocate. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Karen Slack 1 1 The One with Karen Slack full 3615a107-23cb-4ac7-840c-a2896bb8dd6c https://share.transistor.fm/s/aeda26d1 In this episode, Laura and Sam talk with Karen Slack about... well, everything. This extraordinary artist shares her story about her life and career and gets real about the struggles within the industry, how to stay creative during a time when it feels almost impossible, and our hopes for the future. Especially during the pandemic, it's important to remember that real connection can happen even when we're not physically together, and this particular episode left me feeling more connected to the artists in my life than I have in a long time. This is one you won't want to miss. 

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Karen Slack - Instagram

Kiki Konversations

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]]> In this episode, Laura and Sam talk with Karen Slack about... well, everything. This extraordinary artist shares her story about her life and career and gets real about the struggles within the industry, how to stay creative during a time when it feels almost impossible, and our hopes for the future. Especially during the pandemic, it's important to remember that real connection can happen even when we're not physically together, and this particular episode left me feeling more connected to the artists in my life than I have in a long time. This is one you won't want to miss. 

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Karen Slack - Twitter

Karen Slack - Instagram

Kiki Konversations

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]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 5903 In this episode, Laura and Sam talk with Karen Slack about... well, everything. In this episode, Laura and Sam talk with Karen Slack about... well, everything. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Laura LeVoir Karen Slack Samuel Martin The One with JJ Penna 1 1 The One with JJ Penna full 7644aadb-c36b-401c-9b0b-09f5d11813bd https://share.transistor.fm/s/99b8fdf3 In this episode, Laura talks with JJ Penna, a phenomenal pianist, coach, and mentor. Talking with JJ is like getting a lesson in how to listen - both to other people and to music and its texts - which comes full circle when he gives his advice at the end of the episode. While every moment with JJ feels like it has its own profound importance, its especially that way when talking about the future and evolution of art song. 

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Poet's Journey / Song Cycles of Benjamin Britten

New England Conservatory

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]]> In this episode, Laura talks with JJ Penna, a phenomenal pianist, coach, and mentor. Talking with JJ is like getting a lesson in how to listen - both to other people and to music and its texts - which comes full circle when he gives his advice at the end of the episode. While every moment with JJ feels like it has its own profound importance, its especially that way when talking about the future and evolution of art song. 

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Poet's Journey / Song Cycles of Benjamin Britten

New England Conservatory

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]]> Mon, 29 Mar 2021 07:40:29 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3685 In this episode, Laura talks with JJ Penna, a phenomenal pianist, coach, and mentor. In this episode, Laura talks with JJ Penna, a phenomenal pianist, coach, and mentor. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir J.J. Penna The One with Margo Garrett 1 1 The One with Margo Garrett full 8ab51e77-6b12-423b-b528-fbc95a96ef3c https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa9f797e In this episode, Laura sits down with Margo Garrett, a shining light and pioneer of the collaborative piano world, and all-around wonderful person. They talk about Margo's career, what it's like to be a woman in the classical music world, and how to keep our art alive, even when it feels almost impossible during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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4D Piano

Ernest Bloch: Music for Viola and Piano

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]]> In this episode, Laura sits down with Margo Garrett, a shining light and pioneer of the collaborative piano world, and all-around wonderful person. They talk about Margo's career, what it's like to be a woman in the classical music world, and how to keep our art alive, even when it feels almost impossible during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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4D Piano

Ernest Bloch: Music for Viola and Piano

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]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 4243 In this episode, Laura sits down with Margo Garrett, a shining light and pioneer of the collaborative piano world, and all-around wonderful person. In this episode, Laura sits down with Margo Garrett, a shining light and pioneer of the collaborative piano world, and all-around wonderful person. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir Margo Garrett The One About Art Song 1 1 The One About Art Song full 193afd3b-5474-4927-8f46-8e177d8e113e https://share.transistor.fm/s/c47e717a Laura sits down (with herself) to talk about art song: a brief history, how it's different from other musical forms, and why it's important especially today.

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]]> Laura sits down (with herself) to talk about art song: a brief history, how it's different from other musical forms, and why it's important especially today.

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]]> Mon, 01 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 1568 Laura sits down (with herself) to talk about art song: a brief history, how it's different from other musical forms, and why it's important especially today. Laura sits down (with herself) to talk about art song: a brief history, how it's different from other musical forms, and why it's important especially today. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Eileen Strempel 1 1 The One with Eileen Strempel full 160506e7-965a-4e3a-92e0-262fc85b7607 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eabe49ef Laura has a conversation with Dr. Eileen Strempel. Eileen is the inaugural dean for the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA, a prolific singer and performer, a fierce advocate for new music especially by female composers, and a pioneer in educational leadership and equity. 

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Eileen's book: Beyond Free College: Making Higher Education Work for 21st Century Students

The Self-Care Wheel

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]]> Laura has a conversation with Dr. Eileen Strempel. Eileen is the inaugural dean for the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA, a prolific singer and performer, a fierce advocate for new music especially by female composers, and a pioneer in educational leadership and equity. 

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Eileen's book: Beyond Free College: Making Higher Education Work for 21st Century Students

The Self-Care Wheel

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]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3562 Laura has a conversation with Dr. Eileen Strempel, the inaugural dean for the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA, a prolific singer and performer, a fierce advocate for new music especially by female composers, and a pioneer in educational leadership and equity. Laura has a conversation with Dr. Eileen Strempel, the inaugural dean for the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA, a prolific singer and performer, a fierce advocate for new music especially by female composers, and a pioneer in educational leadership and art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One With David Paul 1 1 The One With David Paul full 98c102ce-b229-4003-85f1-cd4779ef31d4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3fe8b264 Laura sits down with opera director and acting teacher David Paul to talk about the tough questions being asked regarding the performing arts world, our responsibility to respond to calls for change and adaptation, and one of Laura's profoundly embarrassing moments during her youth. 

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David Paul, director

Top 10 Role Study

Wolftrap's The Orpheus Project

PoetLOVE

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]]> Laura sits down with opera director and acting teacher David Paul to talk about the tough questions being asked regarding the performing arts world, our responsibility to respond to calls for change and adaptation, and one of Laura's profoundly embarrassing moments during her youth. 

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David Paul, director

Top 10 Role Study

Wolftrap's The Orpheus Project

PoetLOVE

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]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 4046 Laura sits down with opera director and acting teacher David Paul to talk about the tough questions being asked regarding the performing arts world and our responsibility to respond to calls for change and adaptation. Laura sits down with opera director and acting teacher David Paul to talk about the tough questions being asked regarding the performing arts world and our responsibility to respond to calls for change and adaptation. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 No Laura LeVoir The One with Sam Martin 1 1 The One with Sam Martin full 81feb805-46a2-40d8-90ca-787bd9958ce8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b4281ff8 Laura and Sam sit down (virtually) to talk about CSI, art song, community, and the importance of flossing. 

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]]> Laura and Sam sit down (virtually) to talk about CSI, art song, community, and the importance of flossing. 

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]]> Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:17:42 -0500 Cincinnati Song Initiative Cincinnati Song Initiative 3234 Laura and Sam sit down (virtually) to talk about CSI, art song, community, and the importance of flossing. Laura and Sam sit down (virtually) to talk about CSI, art song, community, and the importance of flossing. art song, song, song cycle, classical music, interview, singing, piano, 807981 Yes Laura LeVoir Samuel Martin