Best Nick Petrella Podcasts (2024)

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#290: Matthew Barley (Cellist) (pt. 1 of 2) 29:07

1h ago29:07

29:07

Today we released part one of our interview with renowned English cellist Matthew Barley. He has performed in over 50 countries, and with numerous orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic and the London Sinfonietta, and in venues from Ronnie Scott’s to Wigmore Hall. In addition to being a busy performing musician, his varied experiences include fo…

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Fireside Chat Series | Monica Petrella 1:19:59

2h ago1:19:59

1:19:59

Monica was the very first guest in our Fireside Chat Series that we have been hosting on third Thursdays at Blind Tiger Cafe in Ybor City. Monica Petrella is the Food Systems Coordinator for Homegrown Hillsborough and she was such an incredible guest to kick off the series. enjoy THE FIRESIDE CHAT IS A SPEAKER SERIES INTERVIEWING LOCAL ENTREPRENEUR…

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#289: Scott Cramton (Founder of American Immersion Theatre) (pt. 2 of 2) 35:16

4h ago35:16

35:16

Today we released part one of our interview with theatre company founder Scott Cramton. His journey is nothing short of inspiring. Born with a cleft palate, he underwent seven surgeries by fourth grade and overcame speech challenges through dedicated therapy. Embracing his passion for the arts, he pursued his love for theater and film at Grand Vall…

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#288: Scott Cramton (Founder of American Immersion Theatre) (pt. 1 of 2) 33:46

11d ago33:46

33:46

Today we released part one of our interview with theatre company founder Scott Cramton. His journey is nothing short of inspiring. Born with a cleft palate, he underwent seven surgeries by fourth grade and overcame speech challenges through dedicated therapy. Embracing his passion for the arts, he pursued his love for theater and film at Grand Vall…

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#287: Aimon Ali (Founder of Fashion Talks) (pt. 2 of 2) 36:03

1d ago36:03

36:03

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with fashion entrepreneur Aimon Ali. Her rich background includes being a fashion runway show producer, stylist and creative director. After moving from Toronto, where she worked in the Canadian fashion industry, she moved to Cleveland where she launched Fashion Talks, a boutique fashion service…

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#286: Aimon Ali (Founder of Fashion Talks) (pt. 1 of 2) 35:06

8d ago35:06

35:06

Today we released part one of our interview with fashion entrepreneur Aimon Ali. Her rich background includes being a fashion runway show producer, stylist and creative director. After moving from Toronto, where she worked in the Canadian fashion industry, she moved to Cleveland where she launched Fashion Talks, a boutique fashion services and even…

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#285: Heather Bhandari (CreativeStudy Co-Founder; Art/Work Co-Author) (pt. 2 of 2) 35:41

1M ago35:41

35:41

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Heather Bhandari. She’s the Co-Founder of CreativeStudy: an online business and financial health education platform for creatives. Heather is also an independent curator and writer; a co-founder of the project-based curatorial team and podcast, The RStyemix; and an adjunct lecturer at Brown…

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#284: Heather Bhandari (CreativeStudy Co-Founder; Art/Work Co-Author) (pt. 1 of 2) 36:10

1M ago36:10

36:10

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Heather Bhandari. She’s the Co-Founder of CreativeStudy: an online business and financial health education platform for creatives. Heather is also an independent curator and writer; a co-founder of the project-based curatorial team and podcast, The RStyemix; and an adjunct lecturer at Brown…

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#283: Stephanie Kluk (Founder of Future Ink Graphics) (pt. 2 of 2) 23:55

2M ago23:55

23:55

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Stephanie Kluk. After receiving her BFA in Photography from the Columbus College of Art and Design, Stephanie moved to Chicago, where she exhibited her artwork throughout the city and worked as the Program Director for the Chicago Artists’ Coalition. In 2008, she moved to Cleveland and beca…

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#282: Stephanie Kluk (Founder of Future Ink Graphics) (pt. 1 of 2) 21:46

2M ago21:46

21:46

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Stephanie Kluk. After receiving her BFA in Photography from the Columbus College of Art and Design, Stephanie moved to Chicago, where she exhibited her artwork throughout the city and worked as the Program Director for the Chicago Artists’ Coalition. In 2008, she moved to Cleveland and beca…

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#281: Matthew Polenzani (Lyric Tenor) (pt. 2 of 2) 33:05

2M ago33:05

33:05

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with renowned lyric tenor, Matthew Polenzani. He performs regularly with the Metropolitan Opera and appears in opera houses around the world such as the Vienna State Opera, Paris Opera, and Teatro Real in Madrid. Matthew is continuously in demand for concert engagements with the world’s most inf…

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#280: Matthew Polenzani (Lyric Tenor) (pt. 1 of 2) 33:09

2M ago33:09

33:09

Today we release part one of our interview with renowned lyric tenor, Matthew Polenzani. He performs regularly with the Metropolitan Opera and appears in opera houses around the world such as the Vienna State Opera, Paris Opera, and Teatro Real in Madrid. Matthew is continuously in demand for concert engagements with the world’s most influential co…

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#279: Mike Packer (Inspire EDU Founder) (pt. 2 of 2) 25:36

3M ago25:36

25:36

Today we released part two of our interview with entrepreneur Mike Packer. He’s the President and Founder of Inspire EDU—a company founded on transforming lives through arts, media and entertainment education. Mike is also an accomplished drummer and author, and has been teaching for over 30 years. You'll enjoy hearing how Mike created a portfolio …

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#278: Mike Packer (Inspire EDU Founder) (pt. 1 of 2) 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

Today we released part one of our interview with entrepreneur Mike Packer. He’s the President and Founder of Inspire EDU—a company founded on transforming lives through arts, media and entertainment education. Mike is also an accomplished drummer and author, and has been teaching for over 30 years. You'll enjoy hearing how Mike created a portfolio …

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#277: Wayne Messmer (singer, speaker, broadcaster, author, & actor) (pt. 2 of 2) 30:00

3M ago30:00

30:00

Today we released part two of our interview with serial arts entrepreneur Wayne Messmer. He’s a singer, speaker, broadcaster, author, and actor. Wayne is also a member of SAG/AFTRA and the National Speakers Association, and has held a professional association with the Chicago Cubs since 1985. Outside of the arts, Wayne is part owner of the Chicago …

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#276: Wayne Messmer (singer, speaker, broadcaster, author, & actor) (pt. 1 of 2) 31:57

3M ago31:57

31:57

Today we released part one of our interview with serial arts entrepreneur Wayne Messmer. He’s a singer, speaker, broadcaster, author, and actor. Wayne is also a member of SAG/AFTRA and the National Speakers Association, and has held a professional association with the Chicago Cubs since 1985. Outside of the arts, Wayne is part owner of the Chicago …

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#275: Tony Miceli (Jazz Vibraphonist) (pt. 2 of 2) 33:42

4M ago33:42

33:42

Today we release part two of our interview with Tony Miceli. He’s a jazz vibraphonist who has performed and taught all over the world. Under the umbrella of Miceli Music, LLC., he hosts the sites www.tonymiceli.com and www.vibesworkshop.com -- a virtual meeting place and teaching tool with 4,000 student and professional members. Tony is also the co…

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#274: Tony Miceli (Jazz Vibraphonist) (pt. 1 of 2) 25:49

4M ago25:49

25:49

Today we release part one of our interview with Tony Miceli. He’s a jazz vibraphonist who has performed and taught all over the world. Under the umbrella of Miceli Music, LLC., he hosts the sites www.tonymiceli.com and www.vibesworkshop.com -- a virtual meeting place and teaching tool with 4,000 student and professional members. Tony is also the co…

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#273: Alex Farkas (Founder of UGallery) (pt. 2 of 2) 28:08

4M ago28:08

28:08

This week on the podcast is part 2 of our interview with entrepreneur Alex Farkas. In 2006, he founded UGallery--a curated online gallery offering a unique selection of heirloom-quality artwork from both emerging and established artists. He studied art history, sculpture, and entrepreneurship at the University of Arizona and launched Ugallery upon …

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#272: Alex Farkas (Founder of UGallery) (pt. 1 of 2) 26:37

4M ago26:37

26:37

Today we released part 1 of our interview with entrepreneur Alex Farkas. In 2006, he founded UGallery--a curated online gallery offering a unique selection of heirloom-quality artwork from both emerging and established artists. He studied art history, sculpture, and entrepreneurship at the University of Arizona and launched Ugallery upon graduation…

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#271: Liz Maugans (Printmaker & Entrepreneur) (pt. 2 of 2) 35:54

4M ago35:54

35:54

This week is part 1 of our interview with serial arts entrepreneur Liz Maugans. She’s a Cleveland-based printmaker whose works are included in the Progressive Art Collection, The Cleveland Clinic, the Dalad Collection, BF Goodrich, the Westin Collection and The Riffe Center for Government and the Arts. She received an Ohio Arts Council Individual A…

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#270: Liz Maugans (Printmaker & Entrepreneur) (pt. 1 of 2) 47:24

5M ago47:24

47:24

This week is part 1 of our interview with serial arts entrepreneur Liz Maugans. She’s a Cleveland-based printmaker whose works are included in the Progressive Art Collection, The Cleveland Clinic, the Dalad Collection, BF Goodrich, the Westin Collection and The Riffe Center for Government and the Arts. She received an Ohio Arts Council Individual A…

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#269: Emily Haussler (Dance) (pt. 2 of 2) 31:48

5M ago31:48

31:48

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Emily Haussler.She’s a director, choreographer, teacher and the founder of RESILIENCE Dance Company—a nonprofit dance company based in St. Louis, MO. Her work centers on building healthier dance communities by equipping dancers with resources for their mental health, physical well being and…

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#268: Emily Haussler (Dance) (pt. 1 of 2) 29:00

5M ago29:00

29:00

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Emily Haussler.She’s a director, choreographer, teacher and the founder of RESILIENCE Dance Company—a nonprofit dance company based in St. Louis, MO. Her work centers on building healthier dance communities by equipping dancers with resources for their mental health, physical well being and…

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#267: Gita Omri (Fashion Designer) (pt. 2 of 2) 38:55

5M ago38:55

38:55

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with New York-based fashion designer Gita Omri. She's an Israeli-American fashion designer who focuses on inclusive fashion design for women. Her intensive design process is made doubly rigorous given the range of sizes for which she creates. Gita fits every garment in several measures before th…

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#266: Gita Omri (Fashion Designer) (pt. 1 of 2) 36:23

6M ago36:23

36:23

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with New York-based fashion designer Gita Omri. She's an Israeli-American fashion designer who focuses on inclusive fashion design for women. Her intensive design process is made doubly rigorous given the range of sizes for which she creates. Gita fits every garment in several measures before th…

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#265: Eduardo Placer (Founder of Fearless Communicators) (pt. 2 of 2) 28:13

6M ago28:13

28:13

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Eduardo Placer—actor, Story Doula and Founder of Fearless Communicators®. As a global facilitator, Eduardo has led workshops and spoken with groups at HBO, Google, Bank of America- Merrill Lynch, Yale, The Juilliard School, and the Wharton School of Business. His private clients include Ind…

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Down the Web3 Rabbit Hole | 101 session 49:40

6M ago49:40

49:40

This is a 101 Web3 intro session I did with the TB3 Frens Meetup crew. It covers some of the basic what's and whys and I hope you find it valuable. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theworkethic/support

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#264: Eduardo Placer (Founder of Fearless Communicators) (pt. 1 of 2) 28:11

6M ago28:11

28:11

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Eduardo Placer—actor, Story Doula and Founder of Fearless Communicators®. As a global facilitator, Eduardo has led workshops and spoken with groups at HBO, Google, Bank of America- Merrill Lynch, Yale, The Juilliard School, and the Wharton School of Business. His private clients include Ind…

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#263: Eddie Tuduri (Drummer) (pt. 2 of 2) 37:01

6M ago37:01

37:01

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Eddie Tuduri. You may not recognize his name, but we guarantee you’ve heard him perform! Eddie’s career spans 50 years and he’s played drums with many well known bands including The Beach Boys, Dr. John, Ike Turner, Martha Reeves, Steve Perry, Dwight Yoakam and Michael McDonald to name a fe…

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#262: Eddie Tuduri (Drummer) (pt. 1 of 2) 33:40

7M ago33:40

33:40

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Eddie Tuduri. You may not recognize his name, but we guarantee you’ve heard him perform! Eddie’s career spans 50 years and he’s played drums with many well known bands including The Beach Boys, Dr. John, Ike Turner, Martha Reeves, Steve Perry, Dwight Yoakam and Michael McDonald to name a fe…

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#261: Jane Chu (Artist & Arts Administrator) (pt. 2 of 2) 28:10

7M ago28:10

28:10

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with artist Jane Chu. Throughout her career she’s combined her academic research with professional practice in the arts, philanthropy, and business administration. From 2014 to 2018 Jane was the 11th chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts. Prior to that, she was the founding presiden…

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#260: Jane Chu (Artist & Arts Administrator) (pt. 1 of 2) 29:58

7M ago29:58

29:58

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with artist Jane Chu. Throughout her career she’s combined her academic research with professional practice in the arts, philanthropy, and business administration. From 2014 to 2018 Jane was the 11th chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts. Prior to that, she was the founding presiden…

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#259: Vince Verderame (Drummer & Percussionist) (pt. 2 of 2) 35:59

7M ago35:59

35:59

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Vince Verderame. He’s an extraordinary drummer and percussionist whose portfolio career spans 3 decades. He’s toured the world with numerous Latin pop artists such as Ricky Martin and Raul Di Blasio; was an accompanist/composer/educator for the Dance Dept at the New World School for the Art…

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#258: Vince Verderame (Drummer & Percussionist) (pt. 1 of 2) 39:58

8M ago39:58

39:58

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Vince Verderame. He’s an extraordinary drummer and percussionist whose portfolio career spans 3 decades. He’s toured the world with numerous Latin pop artists such as Ricky Martin and Raul Di Blasio; was an accompanist/composer/educator for the Dance Dept at the New World School for the Art…

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#257: Tracy Vollbrecht (Adaptive & Universal Fashion Design) (pt. 2 of 2) 29:41

8M ago29:41

29:41

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Tracy Vollbrecht. She’s the founder of Vollbrecht Adaptive Consulting, an adaptive fashion consultancy rooted in universal design principles. With work featured in Women’s Wear Daily, Vogue, Oprah Daily and Cosmopolitan, Tracy is a recognized adaptive and universal design consultant. Her fi…

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#256: Tracy Vollbrecht (Adaptive & Universal Fashion Design) (pt. 1 of 2) 35:35

8M ago35:35

35:35

Today we released part one of our interview with Tracy Vollbrecht. She’s the founder of Vollbrecht Adaptive Consulting, an adaptive fashion consultancy rooted in universal design principles. With work featured in Women’s Wear Daily, Vogue, Oprah Daily and Cosmopolitan, Tracy is a recognized adaptive and universal design consultant. Her first experi…

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#255: Mario Grigorov (Composer & Pianist) (pt. 2 of 2) 30:43

8M ago30:43

30:43

This week on the podcast is part two of our conversation with Mario Grigorov. He’s a Bulgarian-born, London-based film composer and pianist. Early in his career he signed with Warner Brothers Records and toured extensively with icons such as Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove, Joshua Redman, and more. He has composed music for dozens of films and TV sho…

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#254: Mario Grigorov (Composer & Pianist) (pt. 1 of 2) 33:08

8M ago33:08

33:08

This week on the podcast is part one of our conversation with Mario Grigorov. He’s a Bulgarian-born, London-based film composer and pianist. Early in his career he signed with Warner Brothers Records and toured extensively with icons such as Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove, Joshua Redman, and more. He has composed music for dozens of films and TV sho…

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Ep 88 | Nick Smoot | Being an Agent of Harmony, in the Grip of the Muse, & Leveling Up Your Is 1:22:45

8M ago1:22:45

1:22:45

Nick is a globally respected culture first community and economic strategist. He is a 4x entrepreneur (3 exits), venture capital investor, real estate developer, and ecosystem builder. His work in startup ecosystems has been recognized by organizations like Google, Brookings, Milken Institute, and Bloomberg. He has been interviewed for Bloomberg We…

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#253: Stephen Yusko (Metalsmith & Sculptor) (pt. 2 of 2) 32:37

9M ago32:37

32:37

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Stephen Yusko. He’s a Cleveland-based artist who creates sculptures, furniture, and vessels, using mixed materials combined with forged, machined, and fabricated steel. Stephen also creates public art and jewelry. He has taught at several schools and universities, including Haystack School …

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Ep 87 | Mark Gesner Ph.D. | Discovering Home, Core Values, and Building Community 1:15:47

8M ago1:15:47

1:15:47

From youth hostels to the university and now large community centers, Mark Gesner has a long track record of fostering community engagement and working with others to make positive social and economic impact. This conversation explores his core values, his love for social enterprise, his thoughts on leadership, and some of the foundational lessons …

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#252: Stephen Yusko (Metalsmith and Sculptor) (pt. 1 of 2) 34:56

9M ago34:56

34:56

Today we released part one of our interview with Stephen Yusko. He’s a Cleveland-based artist who creates sculptures, furniture, and vessels, using mixed materials combined with forged, machined, and fabricated steel. Stephen also creates public art and jewelry. He has taught at several schools and universities, including Haystack School of Crafts …

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New Podcast! Grey Pages with Brave Cities Ep. 1 55:00

9M ago55:00

55:00

While many of you know that I work with an organization called WellBuilt Cities you might not know that I have been working with other city builders from around the nation with Hugh Halter and Taylor McCall. Hugh and Taylor have written a book called Brave Cities which is due to be released in just a few months. In the book they explore lots of que…

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#251: Alon Goldstein (Pianist) (pt. 2 of 2) 28:08

9M ago28:08

28:08

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with acclaimed pianist and chamber musician, Alon Goldstein. His artistic vision and innovative programming have made him a favorite with audiences and critics alike throughout the United States and around the world. He made his orchestral debut at the age of 18 with the Israel Philharmonic unde…

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#250: Alon Goldstein (Pianist) (pt. 1 of 2) 31:58

9M ago31:58

31:58

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with acclaimed pianist and chamber musician, Alon Goldstein. His artistic vision and innovative programming have made him a favorite with audiences and critics alike throughout the United States and around the world. He made his orchestral debut at the age of 18 with the Israel Philharmonic unde…

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#249: Dominic Moore-Dunson (Dance) (pt. 2 of 2) 32:18

10M ago32:18

32:18

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Dominic Moore-Dunson. He’s an award-winning professional dancer, producer, teaching artist and speaker. Dominic is the co-founder of Moore-Dunson Co., a holding company committed to producing companies and brands helping its clients unlock their stories. As an artist, he’s in the 2023 Dance…

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#248: Dominic Moore-Dunson (Dance) (pt. 1 of 2) 30:05

10M ago30:05

30:05

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Dominic Moore-Dunson. He’s an award-winning professional dancer, producer, teaching artist and speaker. Dominic is the co-founder of Moore-Dunson Co., a holding company committed to producing companies and brands helping its clients unlock their stories. As an artist, he’s in the 2023 Dance…

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#247: Ada Witczyk (Violinist) (pt. 2 of 2) 21:07

10M ago21:07

21:07

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with International prize-winning violinist Ada Witczyk. She’s a dual citizen of Poland and Britain, and is the recipient of numerous awards such as the Henry Wood Award, the Star Award by the Countess of Munster Musical Trust, and the Margot MacGibbon Award. As both a modern and baroque violinis…

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#246: Ada Witczyk (Violinist) (pt. 1 of 2) 22:10

10M ago22:10

22:10

This week on this podcast is part one of our interview with International prize-winning violinist Ada Witczyk. She’s a dual citizen of Poland and Britain, and is the recipient of numerous awards such as the Henry Wood Award, the Star Award by the Countess of Munster Musical Trust, and the Margot MacGibbon Award. As both a modern and baroque violini…

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