Scene Change

By National Federation of the Blind Performing Arts Division

A resource for performers, professors, directors, and talent agencies in show business to learn how blind performers can and do achieve success in the arts. We've interviewed musicians, actors, dancer... more

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The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.

Scene Change episodes:

March 15, 2024 Episode 38: One Book, Two Books, Old Books, New Books, Feat. Melissa Riccobono
On this special Read Across America Day episode of scene change, Lizzy
interviews first lady of the National Federation of the Blind Melissa Riccobono as she describes her
career change into audiobook narration. Learn about her views on Braille and
audiobook reading, the technical skills needed in this field, and her
perspective on maintaining confidence! Bonus: you’ll get to hear her read part
of a Dr. Seuss book!
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1h 11min
February 24, 2024 Ep 37: One Note Is All It Takes, feat. Oveante Magsby
Listen as Lizzy interviews a pianist and singer of many
genres, Oveante! He demonstrates musical chords, plays a couple of songs,
discusses performing for Stevie Wonder, and even gives the secret to entry into
the Berkeley School of Music in an episode you don’t want to miss! Since it’s
our Valentine’s Day episode, you know we talked about love as well, focusing on
self love and true confidence this year. Let us know what you think at [email protected] learn more about Ovi on his
website here: https://oveantemusic.com/
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51min
January 20, 2024 Ep. 35: Transformation Central, feat. JP Williams
Calling all creatives! If you're looking for something new and exciting in 2024, this is an episode you won't want to miss! First, our President and one of our Board members bring us news of two exciting NFB Performing Arts Division initiatives that you can play a part in. Then, Lizzy takes the mic with a guest who is no stranger to those who have been around the NFB for a while. His voice and guitar playing are heard on "The Rhythm of the Movement," the album that has become the soundtrack for so many NFB events since 2015. But JP is so much more; he's an accomplished musician and songwriter with some pretty impressive collaborations to his name, a life coach, and a podcaster. Join Lizzy and JP as they chat about performing, transformation, how to make real change, and so much more!
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48min
December 15, 2023 Ep. 35: A Place in the Choir, feat. Michael Johann, Chris Nusbaum and Kyle Woodruff
Welcome to our last episode of 2023! As we celebrate the holiday season, famous for virtually every choir imaginable giving some kind of performance, 3 prolific choral singers join us to share their experiences in the group singing environment. They'll also share some tips about succeeding in auditions and rehearsals, and get personal about the ups and downs of finding community and acceptance within the choir. Teaser: One of our guests has recently joined one of the most famous choirs in the world! You won't want to miss this special holiday episode!
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55min
November 16, 2023 Ep. 34: Breaking the Ice feat. Tony Gebhard
Tony Gebhard breaks barriers every day as a musician, podcaster and
producer. But he also joined us from the frigid wilderness of Alaska, so we had
to get an ice reference in! Join Lizzy and Shane (yes, we give Shane a mic this
month) to celebrate our third anniversary by chatting with Tony about his many
talents and activities. Plus, hear some more highlights from our division
meeting at convention, when Shane took the mic around the room to hear what
people were thinking. It's an episode worthy of our "podcastiversary!"
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1h 12min
October 16, 2023 The Teacher, the Learner, the Talent
Welcome to the third anniversary episode of Scene Change!!! 3 years ago on October 15, we released our first episode and promised that we would bring you the
most engaging, exciting blind artists who are active at all levels of
performance and committed to changing the landscape for their fellow blind
performers. On this special episode, we celebrate with a very special guest who
is no stranger to PAD members: Jessica Victoria! Jessica chats with Lizzy about
her lifetime commitment to our community, her pioneering work as a professor
and performer, and much more. You won't want to miss this conversation with one
of our own!
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54min
September 20, 2023 This Ain't Nike, but Just Do It!
On this episode of Scene Change, Lizzy
interviews The Performing Arts Division’s newest board member, Kingsley Martin.
Here his attitudes on jumping right in to acting, podcasting, and whatever else
you may want to do. Listen until the end for an unexpected role reversal where Lizzy gets interviewed by
the guest!

Connect with Us

Visit our website: www.nfb-pad.org
Facebook: National Federation of the Blind Performing Arts Division
Twitter: @nfb_pad
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1h 16min
June 15, 2023 The Return of Precious Perez!
She has been a PAD Board member, a member of our podcast team, a co-founder of RAMPD, and a Latin pop sensation. So, she's done it all, right? Not even close! Since we last featured Precious on the show, she's released several new songs, moved across the country, performed at some impressive venues, and (lest we forget) married our own producer, Shane Lowe. Join us as Lizzy and Precious catch up on where Precious's journey has taken her, her future plans, and what the Kennedy Center has to do with it all.
Keep in mind that this is our last episode before the NFB national convention in Houston. We hope to see many of you at our meeting and Showcase of Talent! If you need to join us or renew your membership in time for convention, visit nfb-pad.org/member. See you in Houston!
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58min
May 17, 2023 A Scene Change Recital: Part 2
For part 2 of our series on classical piano, we're rejoined
by our panel of 3 accomplished blind pianists as we look into the practical
side of performing. How do they learn complex repertoire? How do they make that
big leap across the keyboard accurately? How does a pianist adjust the bench to
the perfect height and prepare for an outstanding performance? Lizzy and her
guests will address all these questions and more on this episode, plus we'll
hear what these musicians are up to next!

Connect with our guests
Yoo Jin Noh: https://www.youtube.com/@yoojinnoh9947
Elizabeth Sprecher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-sprecher-77348522b/
and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTLuBTOaSOQ
David Lai: https://youtube.com/@davidlai1996

Connect with the National Federation of the Blind Performing
Arts Division!
Website: www.nfb-pad.org
Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PerformingArtsDivision
Follow
us on Twitter: @NFB_PAD
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42min
April 19, 2023 A Scene Change Recital: Part 1
This month we begin our two-part interview with 3 talented classical pianists who will share their experience in the conservatory environment, share interesting insights about their diverse backgrounds, offer performing advice, and much more. Of course, we'll also hear a selection of their performances for all who love the piano to enjoy!
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29min

FAQs about Scene Change:

How many episodes does Scene Change have?

The podcast currently has 51 episodes available.