Women in Classical

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.