Best Simone Fredericks Podcasts (2026)

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Oh, They are Mad! with Darrin Peppard 1:10:27

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Oh, They are Mad! with Darrin Peppard Power Quote: “Listen more, talk less.” Teaser: Here’s the email I received that inspired this episode: I’m wondering if you have an episode of your podcast focusing on dealing with unreasonable parents. This year has been exceptionally difficult regarding the attacks I’m receiving from parents. Either they are …

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Pianist Vikingur Olafsson “orbits around” Beethoven’s Opus 109 Piano Sonata 30:37

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson “orbits around” Beethoven’s Opus 109 Piano Sonata on his latest project. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Three Resolutions and One Word 36:46

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Three Resolutions and One Word Teaser: The New Year is a great time to refocus and gain some clarity, but New Years’ resolutions feels to me like something that sounds good in theory but doesn’t work in practice. At least it hasn’t for me. Instead of resolutions this year, I’m using one word to help me keep my priorities straight, and three intenti…

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Listen to New Classical Tracks' top episodes of 2025 26:59

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We love sharing the most exciting new recordings on New Classical Tracks every year. Listen to this special end-of-year encore of the year’s most popular episode and find out which other albums made the top 10 list. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Reflecting on Leadership with Darryall White 32:38

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Teaser: At the end of each year, I re-air what I consider to be the best episode of the year, but my favorite episode for this year was released on Nov 11 (episode 279). Instead of re-airing something you’ve already heard, I decided to have my guest from that best episode, Darryall White, come back onto the show. I gave him some homework to complet…

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Sarah Willis and the Sarahbanda dance the holidays away with 'Cuban Christmas' 31:04

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ horn player Sarah Willis talks about her latest project, a holiday album titled ‘Cuban Christmas’ featuring her band, the Sarahbanda. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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10 Things I Learned 27:18

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Sponsor Spot 1:I’d like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today’s show. Lots of companies can help you organize class trips, but Kaleidoscope helps you organize adventures – because isn’t that what student trips should be? Kaleidscope is a full-service tour company offering a range of adventure opportunities and they excel at customiz…

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Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy Takach honor family this holiday season 31:23

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composers Jocelyn Hagen and Timothy C. Takach highlight the importance of family on their album featuring the VOCES8 Foundation Choir and Orchestra, as well as conductor Barnaby Smith. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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5-Minute Coaching 44:48

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Assistant Principal Podcast Content Episode Outline #284: 5-Minute Coaching Teaser: Today we are doing a deep dive into 5-minute coaching. This show is an adaptation of the 45-minute breakout training I frequently do at conferences, like NCPAPA earlier this month. I do have a handout that contains all of the information. If you’d like a PDF of the …

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Chanticleer brings joy to the holiday season with a new album 36:47

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ San Francisco-based vocal ensemble Chanticleer shares its latest Christmas recording, ‘Joy to the World,’ featuring original arrangements and newly commissioned pieces. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Listen More, Speak Less with Chris Horton 58:21

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Power Quote: “How does this make learning better?” Teaser: A couple weeks ago I had Simone Lieschke on. Simone is co-principal at the American International School of Lusaka in Zambia. I appreciated her different perspectives and it was a conversation that made me, and I hope you, step back and reflect more deeply on our own contexts. Today’s show …

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The Miro Quartet celebrates 30 years with a holiday recording 39:56

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the renowned Miró Quartet continues its 30th anniversary celebration with its latest album, a holiday-themed recording featuring arrangements by 15 contemporary composers. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Shared Leadership with Simone Lieschke 47:56

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Power Quote: “What’s the point if I’m not willing to grow?” Teaser: As you will hear, I began my teaching career overseas through a serious of serendipitous events. For reasons I myself don’t fully understand, I’ve been feeling the echoes of international education on my thoughts, so I decided to listen and invite on some international school leade…

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Marc-Andre Hamelin presents music and sounds he’s unearthed over the years 21:26

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian pianist Marc-André Hamelin explores rare works he’s collected throughout his career on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Thankfully Thinking with Frederick 21:08

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Thankfully Thinking with Frederick Teaser: I’m planning on this episode being a little light. Honestly, I’m not sure how many people will tune in given we are dropping in a week where many of us are thinking more about dinner than data. We are not going to do any music this show, just acknowledging sponsors and diving into two themes. In part 1, we…

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Carolyn Surrick and the Ensemble Galilei explore hope on their latest recording 38:53

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Ensemble Galilei’s viola da gambist Carolyn Surrick speaks about the group’s latest recording, which features 35 tracks celebrating 35 years of performing music together. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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We Don’t Know it All with Heidi Fagerness 50:02

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Power Quote: I am a teacher Teaser: I’ve made an intentional effort this year to feature the voices of practitioners. I find the conversations to always be interesting and informative. Some guests are more high energy than others and I want to comment on that before we get into today’s interview. I am hesitant to say “all leaders should bring the j…

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Evren Ozel becomes a 'Next Generation Mozart Soloist' on latest recording 33:26

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ American pianist and Cliburn bronze medalist Evren Ozel joins the Vienna Radio Symphony and conductor Howard Griffiths for a recording of two Mozart Piano Concerti. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Have Gratitude with AP of the Year Darryall White 50:37

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Power Quote: “My job is to remove the barriers that prevent teachers and students from being successful.” Teaser: We’ve had some very good episodes this year (and, yes, probably some not-so-good ones) and I think today’s may be one of the best. My goals for each show are that you finish listening feeling inspired and purposeful, and that you have s…

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Melanie DeMore and VocalEssence present songs of healing for these hard times 32:07

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composer Melanie DeMore and ensemble VocalEssence release their latest album featuring music for healing and nourishment. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Support Network Coaching Call with Penny Connors 50:24

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Teaser: I love talking with experts and we can learn a lot from someone like Elena Aguilar or Mark Shellinger, and from other consultants and thought leaders like my good friends William D Parker and Darrin Peppard. And – we also need to be hearing from the people who are doing the work. In today’s episode I do a coaching call with an aspiring admi…

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Minnesota Orchestra, Sondergard and Josefowicz premiere music by Ades 37:42

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the Minnesota Orchestra, led by Thomas Søndergård and joined by violinist Leila Josefowicz, present the premiere recording of a new symphony and violin concerto by Thomas Adès. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Strive For Presence Not Perfection with Angela Maiers 1:09:02

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Today’s episode is packed full of amazing information, ideas, and inspiration. We are going to conclude today’s show with a simple technique for putting everything in the show into practice. It is simple, and you can become competent in the technique with almost no practice, and it will take you less than five minutes a day. The result will be prof…

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Harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani honors Bach on latest recording 23:40

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani brings the first book of J.S. Bach’s ‘The Well Tempered Clavier’ to life on his latest recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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SWOT 29:17

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SWOT! No, it’s not mosquito season – thankfully that is passing as we head into the amazing season of fall in the mountains of Western North Carolina (WNC). SWOT is an acronym that stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. It is a simple strategic planning tool. You might be thinking, “we did our strategic planning in July” but …

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Paavo Jarvi and the Estonian Festival Orchestra celebrate Arvo Part 30:36

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ conductor Paavo Järvi leads the Estonian Festival Orchestra in music by Arvo Pärt in honor of the Estonian composer’s 90th birthday. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Strategies to Support Lateral Entry Teachers with Amber Coburn 44:16

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Teaser: First, a bit of context to today’s show: This year, Darrin Peppard (Leaning Into Leadership podcast) and I are partnering with the North Carolina Middle Level Educators Association to provide leadership development for a group of middle school principals, APs, and deans. We kicked off this Leadership Excellence Network in August and Septemb…

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Angela Hewitt concludes her complete Mozart Piano Sonatas project 38:10

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Angela Hewitt releases the third volume of her complete recording of Mozart’s piano sonatas. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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When Work Follows You Home 16:50

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Cellist Tamar Sagiv explores the different facets of grief 30:09

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ cellist Tamar Sagiv explores the different facets of grief on her debut solo recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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When Your Work Follows You Home: Transitions 35:28

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Teaser: I’ve been having a lot of conversations with APs and other leaders recently and one of the common themes is how overwhelming the work is right now and how hard it can be to invest in self-care. Mara and I discussed some self-care strategies a couple weeks ago in episode 271. One thing we did not talk about is how to unplug from the day so y…

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Composer Dawn Avery and cellist Wilhelmina Smith join forces on new album 31:01

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composer Dawn Avery and cellist Wilhelmina Smith present their first collaborative recording, ‘Sweetgrass.’ Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Three Leadership Things You Should Be Doing Now with Frederick and Mara 48:26

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Quote: “What is one step better than nothing?” Teaser: No special intro, let’s just get into it! Sponsor Spot 1:I’d like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today’s show. Lots of companies can help you organize class trips, but Kaleidoscope helps you organize adventures – because isn’t that what student trips should be? Kaleidscope is a…

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Sharon Isbin performs music by LeFrak on new album 26:59

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ guitarist Sharon Isbin fulfills her dream of performing a Latin American-inspired guitar concert on her latest album, ‘Romántico,’ featuring music by Karen LeFrak. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Three Things You Should Be Doing for Yourself Right Now with Frederick and Mara 1:04:48

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Quote: “You are worthy of investing time in yourself!” Teaser: No special intro, let’s just get into it! Sponsor Spot 1:I’d like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today’s show. Lots of companies can help you organize class trips, but Kaleidoscope helps you organize adventures – because isn’t that what student trips should be? Kaleidsc…

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Sarah Bassingthwaighte connects to nature through music 34:02

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian-American flutist and composer Sarah Bassingthwaighte premieres her latest project, an album with the London Symphony Orchestra centered around music connected to nature. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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The Key Ingredient in New Teacher Support with Cathy Lacey 1:00:14

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Teaser: The title for this episode is The Key Ingredient in New Teacher Support. We don’t actually use that language anywhere in the episode and I only decided on the title after we were finished recording. Instead of making you wait in suspense, I’m going to share the key ingredient right now – it’s you. You are the key ingredient to the success o…

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Jess Gillam explores the saxophone's many sounds on 'Prism' 30:56

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ young saxophonist Jess Gillam talks about her new project, a series of EPs titled ‘Prism’ that explore the different permutations of the saxophone’s sound. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Building Bridges with Dr. Don Parker 42:57

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Description: The number one thing is relationships – we’ve all heard that. It’s almost a meme. I think “the power of relationships” as an idea exists as two extremes where we tend to over emphasize and at the same time fail to appreciate the full power of relationships. I’m not sure I’m communicating what I mean, but I think it will become clearer …

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Avi Avital and the Between Worlds Ensemble explore folk music through a modern lens 27:43

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ mandolinist Avi Avital talks about his latest project with the Between Worlds Ensemble: an album that explores how folk music can fuel new progressive concert music. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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This is Going to be Difficult with Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns 1:06:24

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***Link to FREE Conversation Planning Guide*** Show Title: This is Going to be Difficult with Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns Power Quote: “Remember the stated issue is often not the real issue.” Description: Today’s show is fun, interesting, and full of useful tips. I love how we discuss big concepts and then get into the nitty-gritty. If you’ve ever…

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John Jeter and the Malmo Symphony Orchestra perform Price and Grant Still 31:56

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ John Jeter leads the Malmo Symphony Orchestra, alongside soloists Han Chen and Fanny Clamagirand, in music by Florence Price and William Grant Still. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Bolstering New and Veteran Teacher Agency (with Natalia Mejia and Xavier Adams) 1:21:06

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If there is a theme running through the late summer podcast episodes, it’s this: listen to your teachers. Everything becomes easier when we listen. Today, two former beginning teachers of the year help us elaborate on the why and how of listening. Sponsor Spot 1:I’d like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today’s show. Lots of companie…

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You’re Not Lazy, It’s Decision Fatigue 20:21

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Don't beat yourself up, listen to this instead! We live in a world obsessed with having all the answers. But the truth? Sometimes not knowing might be the most powerful place you can stand. In this video, Stacy explore's decision fatigue, the fear of uncertainty, and how giving yourself permission to pause opens the door for compassion, divine guid…

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Detroit Symphony Orchestra presents Wynton Marsalis' 'Blues Symphony' 37:05

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis talks about his ‘Blues Symphony,’ which was featured on latest recording by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Rich PD on Pauper’s Wages with Michele Mattoon 56:51

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Description: Before recording this episode, I was very uncertain about how it would come out. Identifying strategies for doing professional development on the cheap had the potential to be disjointed and unactionable. Thankfully, I love how this discussion came out. There are some coherent themes running through the show, and doing great PD with fe…

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New York Polyphony brings a hopeful view of the future on its 10th recording 34:22

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Craig Phillips talks about New York Polyphony’s latest recording that has been 20 years in the making and features over 480 years of vocal music. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Listening as a Form of Empowerment with Elena Aguilar 32:06

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Power Quote: I noticed… and I wonder… Description: Welcome to the third and final part of my interview with Elena Aguilar. Today we dive into how we can reconnect people with their sense of power – building teacher self-efficacy through reflective questions. Decades of research identifies teacher self-efficacy – the belief that what teachers do has…

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Halfway Here: A 2025 Mid Year Review 22:38

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The first half of the year has passed and with it, lessons, surprises, shifts, and maybe even a few silent breakthroughs. This is your reminder: you don’t have to wait until December to reflect, reset, or reimagine. In this solo episode, Stacy shares where she’s been emotionally, creatively, and spiritually these past six months. She unpacks the qu…

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Pianist Dan Wilson serenades Los Angeles with lullabies recorded in Los Feliz, near Hollywood 26:42

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Dan Wilson releases his latest record featuring a collection of lullabies recorded on a 1918 upright piano found on the streets of Hollywood. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media