Talking Shop | Artist Talks

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Improvisation, adopting a modern attitude towards classical music, piano | Laurens Patzlaff, pianist | REUNION

September 29, 2026

Laurens Patzlaff (Professor of Piano Improvisation at the University of Music, Freiburg, Germany) is the only professor of piano improvisation I know of. His unique focus engages audiences around the world on a different level and expands people’s conceptions of what classical music is and also what it can be. His innate gift for improvisation provides insights into the future of classical music and a unique lens into the adventures that freedom of artistic expression can offer.—IN THIS EPISO...

The role of stager and licensing director, Paul Taylor, Richmond Ballet | Richard Chen-See, stager | Ep. 32

September 14, 2026

Richard Chen-See is a Jamaican-born dancer, stager, and educator. His primary roles are Licensing Director and Stager for the Paul Taylor Dance Foundation, where he oversees a corps of alumni charged with staging Paul Taylor’s works. Richard staged Taylor’s “Company B” on the dancers at Richmond Ballet for its 2026/2027 season opener, featuring “Company B,” the pas de deux from George Balanchine’s “Stars and Stripes,” and Andy Blankenbuehler’s “Remember Our Song.”IN THIS EPISODE▪ The magnitud...

Malleable thinking, how opera is changing | Tasha Koontz, soprano | REUNION

September 08, 2026

Native Hawaiian soprano Tasha Hokuao Koontz has been lauded by Parterre Box for possessing a “sumptuous, gleaming instrument in her hauntingly beautiful and provocative scene. Hearing her timbrally rich and even singing makes one hope that this soprano of promise can grow into a Verdian of distinction.” Broadway World describes her as lending her “accurate and powerful voice to a gallery of leading operatic ladies,” and Opera Wire praises her for her “secure, silvery high notes.”Tasha Koontz ...

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Talking Shop | Artist Talks is hosted by Lisa Ruth. Its publicly listed email is lisaruthmusic@substack.com. 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.

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The publicly listed email for Talking Shop | Artist Talks: lisaruthmusic@substack.com.

How many listeners does Talking Shop | Artist Talks have?

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Who is an ideal guest for Talking Shop | Artist Talks?

Talking Shop | Artist Talks typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Accomplished careers in classical music, opera, dance, theater design, performance psychology, or arts leadership, supported by notable performances, institutional affiliations, awards, original companies or projects, or specialized professional expertise. Common among recent guests: Performances with major opera companies, symphonies, ballet companies, or international venues; Founding or leading an arts organization, series, or specialized professional venture; Recognition through awards, competitions, major faculty appointments, or acclaimed creative work. Recent guests include Susan Roemer, Ingrid Keller, and Noa Kageyama.

How hard is it to get booked on Talking Shop | Artist Talks?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Talking Shop | Artist Talks cover?

Recent episodes cover Opera, Classical Music, Dance, Performing Arts, and Music Education. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.