The Conscious Artist®: Mental Health Conversations with Pallavi Mahidhara

Japanese-Italian Pianist Elena Chiavegato shares her experience with working through the fear of judgement, not only as a professional musician, but also as a legal consultant for Vialto Partners, and previously for PWC. Read more about Elena: https://www.elenachiavegato.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/su...

On the 1 year anniversary of this podcast, your very own host Pallavi Mahidhara shares her thoughts and experiences on finding the path from loneliness to solitude; from feeling anxiety when being alone, to feeling at peace with oneself.  Learn more about your host: https://www.pallavimahidhara.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.b...

A member of Sinfonia Toronto and the Ton Beau String Quartet, Canadian cellist Sarah Steeves chats with us about the topic of audience participation, and how it differs so greatly from classical music to other musical genres and sports.  The world and the classical musical world in particular is constantly evolving, and perhaps it is time to start exploring new ways to relate to our audiences, and...

Violist and Coach for musicians, Evelin Tomasi, shares with us her expertise and advice on helping herself and other musicians feel better during their studies, onstage, and most importantly, in their lives. Discover more about Evelin here: https://www.coachformusicians.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/sup...

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses the traumas and consequences of emotionally and mentally abusive relationships. Internationally sought after singer/songwriter Tess Collins meets us with strength and courage as she shares her journey of healing from emotionally abusive musical and personal relationships. Follow Tess on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tesscollinsmusic/?hl=en Follow us o...

This special episode features cellist Dalia Lévy, pianist Álvaro Fernández-Bravo, and bassoonist and composer Marc Sansalvador: three wonderful and talented students who bravely ask your very own host questions about music, life, and how to cope with the many challenges we face on a daily basis, especially in the music world.  Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious A...

Psychiatrist Dr. Helen Trebbau shares her expertise in the connection between the mind and the body, and how we can learn to free ourselves from fears and psychological issues through the concept of "playing" - essentially learning to connect with our inner child. Learn more about Dr. Trebbau: https://helentrebbau.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious...

Indian-American composer Reena Esmail shares with us her journey of helping to pave the way for the younger generations of South Asians in the arts, and finding a unique and successful way to bridge the gap between Indian and Western classical music. Discover more about Reena here: https://www.reenaesmail.com/ Letter to the Young Artist's Immigrant Parents: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce_Qmn3...

Accomplished pianist Lana Suran takes us on a journey through her past, growing up with Kurdish and Russian roots in Stockholm, and shares her path of searching for the balance between the basic human need and desire to belong, and finding inner peace and a sense of "home" from within. Discover more about Lana: https://www.lanasuran.com Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Sup...

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses scenarios before and after sexual trauma, but no graphic descriptions of assault. Accomplished singer Lucy Dhegrae shares with us her story of the power of healing, and the science behind the body and trauma. With her courage and strength, she is carrying and healing the trauma of generations before her, and generations to come. Learn more about Lucy's...

Your very own host, Pallavi Mahidhara, shares a short and sweet insight into the importance of being able to let go and adapt when things cannot or do not go as planned. Discover more about Pallavi: https://www.pallavimahidhara.com Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/support Support the show This is a public episo...

Secretary General of the Geneva International Music Competition, and President of the World Federation of International Music Competitions, Didier Schnorhk, chats with us about his goal of finding the humanity in competitions to create healthier and happier environments for artists.    Learn more about Didier and the Geneva International Competition: https://www.concoursgeneve.ch/eng/people/didier...

Concert Pianist and Co-Founder of the Washington Arts Ensemble Natalia Kazaryan shares her journey of motherhood with us, and the constant search for balance as a mother and a performing artist.  Discover more about Natalia: https://www.nataliakazaryan.com Washington Arts Ensemble: https://www.washingtonartsensemble.org Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist P...

Meditation teacher Ofer Shani shares his expertise with us on the benefits of meditation.  He is a former product specialist and tech entreprenuer,  and currently works for Classeek , as their advisor to the CEO.  Listen to Ofer's meditation playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/6684Au2BR2YNwbJQkiQms4?autoplay=true Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist...

Former Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Trumpet player turned Physiotherapist, Jon Kretschmer, shares invaluable insight and tips for musicians and non-musicians alike, to maintain healthier muscles, reminding us of the importance of mindful practice habits.  Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/support Support the sho...

Suzuki and Curtis Institute of Music Alumna, Cellist Yumi Kendall, shares her journey with us as she learns to apply positive psychology to the different musical settings in her life with the Philadelphia Orchestra and with her students.  Discover more about Yumi: http://www.pomusicians.org/yumi-kendall.html Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: http...

Professor of Psychiatry and Human Genetics, Dr. Vishwajit Nimgaonkar, gives us an insight into the different types of depression that can develop, some tips for recognizing the signs, and useful tools to guide us into healing and getting the necessary help needed. Read more about Dr. Nimgaonkar here: https://www.psychiatry.pitt.edu/about-us/our-people/faculty/vishwajit-l-nimgaonkar-md-phd Follow u...

Author, Writer, and Reporter Brianna Holt chats with us about the importance of representation, and how discrimination and racism take their tolls on individual and collective mental health. Learn more about Brianna here: https://www.briannaholt.me Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/support Support the show This...

American singer-songwriter Jon McLaughlin shares his experiences and knowledge with us throughout his career, recognizing the need to separate his identity from his work, finding his grounding through his faith and family, and learning to trust and let go onstage. Discover more about Jon here: https://www.jonmcl.com Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podca...

Violinists and Founders of Intermission, Melissa White and Elena Urioste share their journey with us on how they decided to launch their ground-breaking program that unites body, mind, breath, and music-making through yoga and meditation.  We chat about the importance of breath work as it relates to our instruments, how learning to still your mind and body positively and directly affect our abilit...

Multi-talented violinist Alexi Kenney takes us on his personal journey during the pandemic, the existential questions it brought up, and finding his way back to himself through music.  Read more about Alexi here: https://www.alexikenney.com Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/support Support the show This is a pub...

Cuban-Chinese cellist and interdisciplinary artist, Sophia Bacelar, shares a vulnerable and detailed account of her experiences with anxiety and imposter syndrome, and how martial arts have played a big role in helping to regain control on and off stage. Explore more of Sophia's talents here: http://www.sophiabacelar.com Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Ar...

Cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar shares her personal experiences dealing with big life changes, and how to find deeper meaning with the things we do in our lives to connect us more to our purpose. Discover more about Dr. Shankar: https://mayashankar.com/bio A Slight Change of Plans (Podcast):  https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/a-slight-change-of-plans/id1561860622 Follow us on Instagram: @...

Award-winning author, Rana Dasgupta, leads us in an extremely thought-provoking conversation about the philosophies of life, suffering, art, and humanity.  Learn more about Rana Dasgupta here: https://www.brown.edu/academics/english/rana-dasgupta Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/support Support the show This is...

Accomplished violist Sara Ferrández and I share our past personal experiences with physical injuries from playing, and explore the connection between physical injuries and mental health.  Learn more about Sara: https://www.saraferrandez.com Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast Support The Conscious Artist Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/support Support the show This is a pub...