Backstage: Classical Career Conversations
Join host, Katrina Stroud, as she sits down with professional classical musicians to uncover the personal journeys behind public performances. In each episode, you'll hear candid conversations that reveal the passion, struggles, and turning points that have shaped the lives of classical musicians.
From basement practice rooms to the world's greatest stages, guests share their stories of resilience, artistry, and inspiration that rarely make it to the public audience. Whether you're a seasoned musician, working student, or someone who loves the transformative power of classical music, this podcast invites you to listen deeply -- to the music, and to the stories behind it.
Backstage: Classical Career Conversations
Pilot
Join host Katrina Stroud on the first episode of the series as she explains the inspiration for and content of Backstage: Classical Career Conversations and learn about her life as a musician.
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Producer and Editor: Katrina Stroud
Intro and Outro Music: Beethoven Sonata No. 1, III. Rondo performed by Katrina Stroud and Leila Lok
