Season 5 Episode 1: "Transcendent Musical Vision" feat. Concert Pianist, Dr. Sara Davis Buechner

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We’re kicking off the new season of Joy and Authenticity with an incredible guest—renowned pianist and educator, Dr. Sara Davis Buechner! 🎹✨

In this episode, titled "Transcendent Musical Vision," we dive deep into Dr. Buechner’s extraordinary 40-plus-year journey as a trailblazing artist, discussing her brilliant piano technique, exquisite musical interpretations, and advocacy for lesser-known composers and the LGBTQ+ community. 🌟

This is a conversation packed with wisdom, authenticity, and joy that you won’t want to miss! 💫

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[About Dr. Sara Davis Buechner]

Celebrated for her "intelligence, integrity, and technical prowess" (New York Times) and "thoughtful artistry" (Washington Post), Dr. Sara Davis Buechner is one of the most original concert pianists of our time. A prizewinner at the Queen Elisabeth and Tschaikowsky Competitions, she has performed with renowned orchestras like the New York Philharmonic and graced iconic venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center.
A dedicated educator at Temple University’s Boyer College of Music, Dr. Buechner is also a proud advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility, using her platform to inspire inclusion and equity within the classical music world.

🌐 Website: saradavisbuechner.com
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🎹🎙️ ABOUT THE PIANO POD

Greetings, piano lovers! I'm Yukimi Song, your host from NYC. Every fortnight, join me as I delve deep into the world of PIANO with groundbreakers from the classical music industry. Our mission? To provide a platform for classical musicians and educators to reflect and discuss how to keep our industry robust and relevant in this rapidly changing world and move it forward into the future. Watch our intro video of Season 5:    • Welcome to Season 5 of The Piano Pod!  

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[Timecode]

00:00:30 An Excerpt from Dr. Buechner’s Remarkable Performance of Richard Strauss’ 'Burleske' with the Victoria Symphony, Conducted by Tania Miller
00:01:50 INTRO
00:05:22 Dr. Buechner’s 40th Anniversary at Merkin Hall Last Spring Since Her NYC Debut: Highlights from the Night and Reflections on This Milestone
00:07:09 One of the Featured Composers at the 40th Anniversary Recital: "Adagio" from "Wolf-Tempered Clavier" by Péter Wolf, performed by Dr. Buechner
00:08:38 Other Repertoires during the 40th Anniversary Recital: Works by Mozart and Miklós Rózsa
00:14:04 Reflecting on 40 Years: Continuity and Transformation in Artistic Choices
00:22:15 Dedication and Passion for Continuously Expanding Her Repertoire
00:25:43 Commitment to Showcasing Lesser-Known Composers and Their Fascinating Piano Works
00:34:50 Koji Taku: The Japanese Composer Whose Music Dr. Buechner Helped Revive and Reprint
00:37:00 An Excerpt from Dr. Buechner's Performance of 'Variations on a Theme by Poulenc' by Koji Taku (1904-1983)
00:37:32 Dr. Buechner’s Approach to Understanding a Composer’s Intentions and Emotions
00:42:48 A Message from Our Sponsor of the Month, Keys 2 Success: Dedicated to Providing Classical Music Education to Newark and Its Surrounding Communities
00:44:36 Balancing Technical Precision with Expressive Depth: Dr. Buechner’s Perspective on Their Interplay
00:49:19 Dr. Buechner’s Discovery of Alberto Jonás’ Teachings and Her Journey in Piano Technique Through His Master School of Modern Piano Playing and Virtuosity
01:05:23 Dr. Buechner’s Perspective on How Continuous Development Contributes to a Pianist’s Growth and Evolution as an Artist
01:07:21 An Excerpt from Dr. Buechner’s Exhilarating Arrangement of 'Meet the Mets,' Titled Rhapsody in Orange and Blue
01:09:15 Dr. Buechner's Gifts and Passion for Creating Arrangements and Compositions
01:11:34 Teaching Philosophy: Dr. Buechner’s Reflections on the Most Rewarding Aspects of Shaping the Next Generation of Pianists
01:23:14 Dr. Buechner’s Reflections on Being a Transgender Artist and Advocate in the Classical Music World: Has the Community Evolved in Acceptance and Visibility for Transgender Artists?
01:36:21 - What’s Next for Dr. Sara Davis Buechner: Inaugural German Diez Memorial Piano Chair at NYC’s Greenwich House Music School
01:41:33 TPP Rapid Fire Questions