Women in Classical with Olivia Belli

In this episode, Esther Abrami talks with Olivia Belli, Italian pianist, composer, and a veteran of the neoclassical music scene. They delve into Olivia’s artistic journey, her evolution as a composer, and the experiences that have shaped her long-standing presence in the genre. Olivia also shares insights into her creative process, her inspirations, and what continues to drive her work today.

In this episode, Esther Abrami talks with Icelandic pianist and composer Eydís Evensen. They explore how the dramatic Icelandic landscape has shaped her music, discuss the unique challenges women composers face today, and dive into Eydís’s parallel journey as a fashion model. She shares how these different paths led her to where she is now.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes American soprano Nadine Sierra, who has established herself as a versatile singer, singing in a variety of languages and musical genres. She is considered an emerging and promising voice in the world of opera. In 2017, she won the Plácido Domingo Operalia Competition and was the first US singer to be honored. Together, Esther Abrami and Nadine Sierra will be talking about her impressive career becoming one of the most famous opera singers of her time and how to stand up for oneself as a female musician in the industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes Ellie Consta, a violinist based in London and the director of the Her Ensemble. They will be discussing the difficulties that women face when it comes to expressing their thoughts and feelings in the industry and the journey of staying true to oneself, as well as role models who have shaped their careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes Jess Gillam, a British saxophonist who first shot to fame in 2016 as the first saxophonist finalist at the BBC Young Musicians competition. Now, Jess Gillam also seeks to further her career as a BBC radio broadcaster and is known in the industry not only for her virtuosic abilities but also for her inspiring personality. Together, they will be discussing how to manage different careers with multiple paths such as music and presenting and how to get over the typical imposter syndrome that musicians face. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami welcomes Victoria Dauberville, a French professional ballet dancer and content creator who trained in classical dance at the National School of the Paris Opera and the National Conservatory of Music and Dance in Paris. Esther Abrami discusses with her the difficulties that ballet dancers face when it comes to self-image, how to be confident in a competitive artistic field, and how to stop identifying oneself with others. This episode is in French. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episodes Esther Abrami welcomes Dr. Shirley Thompson, OBE, composer, conductor, violinist and academic. Esther Abrami discusses with her meeting the queen and how to find the confidence to impose yourself in a world which makes you feel that you don’t belong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Esther Abrami meets with British TV and radio presenter Angellica Bell. They will be talking about dealing with preconceptions regarding gender and background from people within the music industry and the rewards of taking risks in your career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Esther Abrami welcomes Lucienne Renaudin Vary, the French Classical and Jazz trumpet player. They will be discussing in French facing superficial judgment on your looks and how not to be scared of showing your unique self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Esther Abrami meets with Grammy-nominated Australian-British saxophonist Amy Dickson. They will be talking about the temptation of constantly compering yourself to others on social media as well as the importance of finding your own path and having the courage to pursue it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.