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Classically (Un)Trained

Hosted by Ema Katrovas · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 40 episodes

★★★★★5.0(4 ratings · Apple Podcasts)

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About this podcast

Classically (Un)Trained is a companion for classically-trained performers who are on a journey to (re)invent themselves for the 21st century and (re)discover meaning in their craft. Website: https://classicallyuntrainedpodcast.com/About the host:Ema Katrovas - www.emakatrovas.com

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Ema Katrovas hosts Classically (Un)Trained, a arts show with 40 episodes published.

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Ep. 9: As A Performer, Are You Knocking On The Wrong Doors Or Living In The Wrong Neighbourhood?

Mar 3, 202518m

One of the wisest pieces of advice I’ve gotten is that success is about knocking on as many doors as possible. As in: If you aren’t wanted in one place, try another. And while a place might be a particular company or the

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Ep. 8: Can You Make People Want to Collaborate With You on Performance Projects - Without Being a Sleazy Networker?

Feb 24, 202518m

Ah, networking…not to be confused with the network effect, though perhaps there are some similarities. Let’s examine the ever-befuddling Human Element of the arts, and how to keep your soul intact while navigating it. Mu

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Ep. 7: How do You Practice Like a Standup Comedian – if You’re a Classically-Trained Performer?

Feb 17, 202523m

Writers throw away drafts, painters paint over botched canvases. But where can classically-trained performers try and fail and try again? Music composed, recorded and produced by Silvia Berrone Cover art by Kateřina Krej

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Intermezzo: Why I’m Actually WILDLY Optimistic About the Future of the Performing Arts (Addressing Criticism)

Feb 10, 202511m

I got some feedback on Classically (Un)Trained over the time I was on break and I need to address it. The issue: This podcast is too pessimistic! Before proceeding with the rest of the season, I’d like to make the case f

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Ep. 6: As a Performer, Are You the Product, Employee, or Service Provider?

Dec 9, 202432m

The first thing I learned about marketing for performers is: “You are a product.” But is that really the right message for young performers? And might there be a better alternative? The season will resume on February 3rd

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Ep. 5: The Big Picture II: What Did the Internet Do to YOU?

Dec 2, 202424m

If you’ve never heard of the network effect, prepare to get disillusioned. But don’t despair – knowing how the internet works can help you put focus in the right place as an artist. And there are also aspects of this new

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Ep. 4: The Big Picture I: What Are The Five Types of Arts Funding and Why Should You Know About Them?

Nov 25, 202442m

Let’s get a basic understanding of the five basic ways the arts get funded, how funding influences the nature of the art being made, and what that means for you as a performer. This episode became rather long - here are

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Ep. 3: Is Finding Meaning - Rather Than Gigs - the Difference Between Having a Performance Career or Drifting Into Irrelevance?

Nov 18, 202426m

What can you do with a performing arts degree, you ask? Well, according to some educators within the performing arts, you can be a great realtor if your performing career doesn’t pan out. Let’s articulate why that sort o

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Ep. 2: Can You Escape the Performing Arts Education Industrial Complex – While Still Investing In Developing as an Artist?

Nov 11, 202428m

What can you do with a performing arts degree, you ask? Well, according to some educators within the performing arts, you can be a great realtor if your performing career doesn’t pan out. Let’s articulate why that sort o

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Ep 1: But Do You Know WHY You Matter as a Performing Artist?

Nov 4, 202425m

Let’s start this first season with the assumption that what you do as a performer is valuable beyond bringing you joy or status or distraction. It’s a radical thought, I know. But without it, there’s no point in your lis

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PILOT: How To Use The Classically (Un)Trained Podcast

Oct 28, 202412m

The first episode will launch a week from now, Monday, November 4th! In this pre-season episode I want to tell you a little about how to listen to the podcast and how I envision it to be useful. I’ll also talk about who

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Classically (Un)Trained Trailer

Sep 24, 20242m

The first season of Classically (Un) Trained will run from October to December 2024. Music: Silvia Berrone Cover art: Kateřina Krejcarová For more information visit: https://classicallyuntrainedpodcast.com/

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All the Bullsh*t Artists Believe: A Conversation with William Deresiewicz, Author of Death of the Artist

Jan 26, 202448mEp. 51

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Artist Portrait No. 25: Melissa Watkins (writer)

Nov 25, 202356m

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Artist Portrait No. 24: Reilly Smethurst (composer, Web III researcher)

May 31, 202359mEp. 34

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Artist Portrait No. 23: David Devereux (audio fiction maker, founder of Tin Can Audio)

May 3, 202344mEp. 32

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Bonus: True Stories About Funding a Short Film (ft. director Vivian Säde & producer Eve Tisler)

Mar 27, 20231h 15mEp. 30

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Artist Portrait No. 22: Nika Dubrovsky (artist, founder of the Museum of Care)

Mar 13, 20231h 17mEp. 29

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Bonus: Anniversary Livestream (clean audio version)

Jan 21, 20232h 57mEp. 26

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Artist Portrait No. 21: Deyiş Görgülü (singer of Ottoman music, founder of Evden Musique)

Nov 13, 202227mEp. 24

This is an episode of the old podcast, called Artists on the Verge . I decided to keep these conversations up in the feed because they are, in fact, part of what led me to create Classically (Un)Trained. I have taken dow

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Classically (Un)Trained is hosted by Ema Katrovas. The show is categorised under arts (performing) and has published 40 episodes.

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