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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.

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.

    What Makes A Good Ballet Pianist?

    What Makes A Good Ballet Pianist?

    In this episode the team life the lid on what it means to be a good ballet pianist.  A round table topical discussion based on experience and listener’s contributions with funny tales and anecdotes.  We’re sure you’ll love it!



    This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk

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    What Makes A Good Ballet Pianist? (Video)

    What Makes A Good Ballet Pianist? (Video)

    In this episode the team life the lid on what it means to be a good ballet pianist.  A round table topical discussion based on experience and listener’s contributions with funny tales and anecdotes.  We’re sure you’ll love it!



    This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk

    In Conversation with Petal Miller

    In Conversation with Petal Miller

    In the episode the team lift the lid on life and career of Royal Ballet soloist, Petal Ashmole Winstanley.  What an incredible life she has had, and this episode fully explores all areas.  It’s a happy episode and a sad episode but has hope and optimism at the heart of it.



    You can purchase Petal's book from Amazon here - https://amzn.eu/d/8QyHw3c



    This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk

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    In Conversation with Petal Miller (Video)

    In Conversation with Petal Miller (Video)

    In the episode the team lift the lid on life and career of Royal Ballet soloist, Petal Ashmole Winstanley.  What an incredible life she has had, and this episode fully explores all areas.  It’s a happy episode and a sad episode but has hope and optimism at the heart of it.



    You can purchase Petal's book from Amazon here - https://amzn.eu/d/8QyHw3c



    This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk

    Dealing With Specific Requests In Ballet Class

    Dealing With Specific Requests In Ballet Class

    In this episode the team lift the lid on life in the ballet studio where specific requests are made and how as ballet pianists you are expected to deal with them.  Things such as specific tunes, rhythm and feel, time signatures, different accents.  They are all valid and there are tricks to get around them.  It’s hilarious and informative!



    This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk

    • video
    Dealing With Specific Requests In Ballet Class (Video)

    Dealing With Specific Requests In Ballet Class (Video)

    In this episode the team lift the lid on life in the ballet studio where specific requests are made and how as ballet pianists you are expected to deal with them.  Things such as specific tunes, rhythm and feel, time signatures, different accents.  They are all valid and there are tricks to get around them.  It’s hilarious and informative!



    This episode is proudly produced and published by PodcastRecording.co.uk

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