What began as a mic and a mission in 2020 is now stepping boldly onto the stage. The Piano Pod, the acclaimed podcast and YouTube show that bridges classical music and modern audiences, is bringing its community to life through an afternoon of performance, conversation, and creative exchange.
The Piano Pod Live in Concert premieres on October 4, 2025, featuring a collaboration with Mannes Prep. It will be a one-of-a-kind event designed to break down barriers between artist and audience, music and dialogue, tradition and innovation.
Curator & Host
Yukimi Song – Pianist and producer
Featured Artists
Dr. Jee-Hoon Krska – Founder of Keys 2 Success, pianist, and MIT-trained engineer, providing real-world musical opportunities for youth in Newark.
Eleonor Bindman – Concert pianist and arranger known for her accessible, elegant Bach transcriptions and global educational impact.
Dr. Nnenna Ogwo – Concert pianist and Founder of Juneteenth LP, building concert and education experiences that amplify music of the African Diaspora.
Donna Weng Friedman – Award-winning pianist, filmmaker, and educator whose projects blend storytelling, advocacy, and innovation across film, stage, and education.
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Presented by the College of Performing Arts at The New School.
Committed to amplifying diverse voices, The New School offers more than a thousand public programs and events each year, providing fresh perspectives and unique learning opportunities. These lectures, exhibitions, concerts, and performances feature prominent and emerging artists, activists, and thought leaders.
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