93 episodes
Ballet Piano Podcast Chris Hobson, Matt Gregory, Akiko Hobson, David Yow
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Chris Hobson, Matt Gregory and Akiko Hobson sitting with a ballet master extraordinaire David Yow discuss playing for ballet class. The dos and the don’ts, the philosophy behind it and we’ll talk about our own experiences as we go along. Join us on our journey of ballet music and ballet class chat as we talk through this often underrated and misunderstood profession.
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Playing for Pas de Deux Classes
In this episode the team lift the lid on playing for pas de deux, the type of repertoire most desired, and the technicalities as a pianist you may need in order to play this class at vocational level and beyond. Lots of information and context is given, and some very funny pas de deux stories!
This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk -
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Playing for Pas de Deux Classes (Video)
In this episode the team lift the lid on playing for pas de deux, the type of repertoire most desired, and the technicalities as a pianist you may need in order to play this class at vocational level and beyond. Lots of information and context is given, and some very funny pas de deux stories!
This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk -
Communication Between Ballet Pianists and Ballet Teachers
In this episode the team lift the lid on deeper communications in the ballet studio. It’s a heartfelt and personal approach to the discussion and everyone makes valid points. How can you get your point across whilst sparing everyone’s feelings, staying true to the piece, and having a good time? Find out here.
This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk -
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Communication Between Ballet Pianists and Ballet Teachers (Video)
In this episode the team lift the lid on deeper communications in the ballet studio. It’s a heartfelt and personal approach to the discussion and everyone makes valid points. How can you get your point across whilst sparing everyone’s feelings, staying true to the piece, and having a good time? Find out here.
This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk -
In Conversation with Jeanette Wong
In this episode the team life the lid on the life and career of Jeanette Wong, the Head of piano at Birmingham Royal Ballet. It’s a really detailed look at the work involved heading the music department at one of the UK’s top ballet companies. It’s incredibly fun, but hard work at the same time. Jeanette handles it like a pro!
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In Conversation with Jeanette Wong (Video)
In this episode the team life the lid on the life and career of Jeanette Wong, the Head of piano at Birmingham Royal Ballet. It’s a really detailed look at the work involved heading the music department at one of the UK’s top ballet companies. It’s incredibly fun, but hard work at the same time. Jeanette handles it like a pro!