The Upnote Podcast

Ryan and Jared continue Upbeats with some summer vibes, giving you a wide array of tracks for a July setlist. Shuffle or listen in order, this one will keep you listening through all 12 songs!

Jared sits down with composer/performer/vocalist Cassandra Venaglia.

Simone and Ryan have got you covered for a month's worth of the best summer songs!

A special summertime episode on the penultimate day of a tour! Ryan interviews his fellow quartet mates, of the Horizon String Quartet, about what it's like to have performed at over 300 schools in the past seven years!

Jared sits down with flute extraordinaire Gina Luciani to talk about all of her adventures on and off the instrument!

Jared and Ryan are delighted to present the fourth edition of Upbeats, our monthly playlist selections with musical commentary!

Jared and Ryan are back to discuss all things related to graduation, the conclusion of music programs, and all of the feelings that artists face in transitionary times. This episode is all about reflection!

The gang is back to discuss the importance of contemporary music, modern concert programming, and engaging with young audiences moving forward!

Ryan gets the immense pleasure of chatting with the newly appointed Associate Concertmaster of the Minnesota Orchestra, Felicity James!

Come and get boppin' with Jared and Simone's latest playlist!!