Backstage: Classical Conversations

Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra for the past 26 years, violinist David Kim joins host Katrina to share his stories of studying with Dorothy DeLay, challenges he faced in his career, his journey to the Philadelphia Orchestra, the important roles of a concertmaster, and his advice for aspiring professional musicians.

For more information on David Kim: davidkimviolin.com

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Producer and Editor: Katrina Stroud

Follow us on Instagram: @backstageclassicalpodcast

Visit our website: backstageclassicalpodcast.com

Intro and Outro Music: 

Season 1: Beethoven Sonata No. 1, III. Rondo performed by Katrina Stroud and Leila Lok

Season 2: Florence Price "Elfentanz" performed by Katrina Stroud and Zoey Zhou

Artistic Director of the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings and violinist of the Ehnes Quartet, Amy Schwartz Moretti is a violinist who has established herself as a soloist, chamber musician, and guest concertmaster. Listen as Moretti shares stories of how she met James Ehnes and Robert McDuffie, turning points in her career, and her advice for how to balance a multifaceted career while balancing your personal life.

For more information on Amy Schwartz Moretti: amyschwartzmoretti.com
For more information on the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings: McDuffie.mercer.edu

Support the show

Producer and Editor: Katrina Stroud

Follow us on Instagram: @backstageclassicalpodcast

Visit our website: backstageclassicalpodcast.com

Intro and Outro Music: 

Season 1: Beethoven Sonata No. 1, III. Rondo performed by Katrina Stroud and Leila Lok

Season 2: Florence Price "Elfentanz" performed by Katrina Stroud and Zoey Zhou

In this debut episode, host Katrina Stroud introduces the inspiration behind the show — stories and advice from classical music professionals.

Katrina shares what led her to create the podcast, her own journey in classical music, and what listeners can expect in future episodes. Each conversation will take you behind the scenes with esteemed professionals musicians as they share the real stories behind their careers. Through honest and heartfelt interviews, you'll hear about the triumphs, setbacks, and turning points that shape a life in classical music.

Whether you’re a music student, a seasoned musician, or simply curious about the stories of the industry leaders, this is your invitation to step backstage and discover the people behind the performances.

Support the show

Producer and Editor: Katrina Stroud

Follow us on Instagram: @backstageclassicalpodcast

Visit our website: backstageclassicalpodcast.com

Intro and Outro Music: 

Season 1: Beethoven Sonata No. 1, III. Rondo performed by Katrina Stroud and Leila Lok

Season 2: Florence Price "Elfentanz" performed by Katrina Stroud and Zoey Zhou