
Whether you’re a lifelong classical music lover or just discovering the magic of the piano, Open Lid invites you to hear from Honens Laureates, competitors, jurors, and guest artists, paired with insightful conversations revealing the stories, inspirations, and artistry behind the music. In anticipation of the 2025 Honens International Piano Competition, each episode will take you behind the scene... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 5 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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Past Honens Prize Laureates Illia Ovcharenko (2022) and Nicolas Namoradze (2018) reunite to share insights on life after Honens and what it means to grow as a “Complete Artist.” They reflect on their journeys and offer advice to this year’s competito... more
Composer Iman Habibi joins the podcast to explore his newly commissioned work for the 2025 Honens Competition and the creative process behind it. We also hear from Honens sponsor Jeremy Clark, whose support helps bring music to life, and from Semifin... more
Collaboration takes centre stage in this episode. Cellist Rachel Mercer reflects on the deep listening and trust that define chamber music, while the Joshua McClendon, cellist of the Isidore String Quartet, shares how their quartet approaches the art... more
World-renowned pianist and composer Sir Stephen Hough joins us to discuss his role as Mentor for the 2025 Honens Competition and his upcoming Bison Noir program — a late-night program of pianistic meditations. We also meet Semifinalists Yuanfan Yang ... more
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The content typically engages with a rich tapestry of topics surrounding classical piano music, with a focus on competition, artistry, and the personal journeys of musicians. Key themes include the dynamics of the Honens International Piano Competition, insights into the artistic process, and the importance of community and collaboration among artists. Each episode features in-depth conversations with laureates, competitors, and prominent figures in the music world, providing listeners with perspectives on performance, mentorship, resilience, and the evolving landscape of the arts. Listeners can expect a blend of personal anecdotes, professional insights, and practical advice that resonate deeply within the classical music community.
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Recent guests on Open Lid include:
1. Nicolas Namoradze
2. Illia Ovcharenko
3. Giorgio Lazzari
4. Sandro Nebieridze
5. Jeremy Clark
6. Iman Habibi
7. Chaeyoung Park
8. Anastasia Vorotnaya
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