Max Q from Peabody LAUNCHPad

This is a bonus Max Q interview excerpt with DMA conducting candidate Michael Repper. We discuss networking, managing your time as a freelancer, and wisdom from Disney movies. Find out more about Michael and his current projects at his website www.mikerepper.com . Intro music by Vincent Fasano . Audio editing by Greg Hays . Logo by MegDig Design . Interview Recorded Jan. 24, 2019

Soprano, teacher, and chamber musician Molly Grace Young (MM ‘13) speaks with Robin McGinness about the importance of diversification, both in life and in your career as a musician. We touch on the relationship between teaching and performing, the importance of establishing a flexible studio that allows for your performance schedule, balancing ambition and contentment to set goals given an uncerta...

Composer, violinist, and violist Ledah Finck (MM ’18) discusses with Christina Manceor  the importance of finding inspiration inside and outside of school, the difficulty of saying no, and  how to manage t ouring with her ensembles in Baltimore and New York  while  holding space for practicing and composing.     Learn more about Ledah Finck , the Bergamot Quartet , and her piece “In the Brink . ”...

Music Director and Conductor Ryan Tani (MM 17) speaks with Robin McGinness about the challenges of maintaining balance between administrative jobs, conducting positions, and life in general. Learn more about Ryan Tani and Occasional Symphony on their websites. Intro music by Vincent Fasano . Audio editing by Greg Hays .  Logo by MegDig Design . Interview recorded Jan 30, 2019

Max Q is an interview podcast for anyone interested in , or currently pursuing careers in the performing arts.       Max Q is a term for the most stressful part of a rocket’s ascent. We focus on a similar, often difficult time for new alumni – the initial period of time following graduation. Our podcast features recent Peabody graduate s discuss ing the challenges they have faced since completing...