Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 50
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.7/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Instagram: 8.0M followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
podcasts@npr.org
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Host
Peter Dugan - Peter Dugan is a pianist and the host of NPR’s From the Top, where he performs with and interviews young classical musicians.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Alex Laing - Young Musicians From Georgia, The Atlanta Music Project, And Collaborative Classical Performance
Recent Topics
Episodes
Musical Jackpot
October 05, 2026
We hit the jackpot of incredible repertoire. A teen guitarist describes her Spanish-inspired work like a fiesta, a cellist with insights into physical and mental wellbeing brings fire to her performance of Cassado, and a piano trio from the Pacific Northwest perform Shostakovich with gusto!See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Brahms and Tubas
September 28, 2026
A passionate young clarinetist performs Brahms and we meet a New England brass player with the fortitude to lug around two tubas at once.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Musical Superpowers
September 21, 2026
A Georgia teen shares how the children’s cartoon “Little Einstein’s” influenced him to pick up the French Horn and speaks from the heart about the superpowers that come with playing music. A young bassoonist shows the range of her instrument, and we learn about percussion instruments from a South Carolina teen with a love for playing Bach on marimba. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship prefere...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with From the Top?
From the Top is hosted by Peter Dugan. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@npr.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for From the Top?
The publicly listed email for From the Top: podcasts@npr.org.
How many listeners does From the Top have?
Podseeker estimates From the Top reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for From the Top?
From the Top typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Young classical musicians with exceptional performance ability and recognition through competitions, festivals, selective music programs, or other credible musical achievements; established orchestra musicians, mentors, educators, and youth music program leaders are also suitable. Common among recent guests: Recognition in classical music competitions or festivals; Participation in selective youth music or arts programs; Professional orchestra appointments or established careers as classical performers. Recent guests include Alex Laing.
How hard is it to get booked on From the Top?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does From the Top cover?
Recent episodes cover Music, Classical Music, Young Musicians, Music Education, and Youth Orchestras. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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