60 acast.com Dissonant Dialogues https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues en Claire Emily Music, classical music, opera, violin, mental health, trauma, music education, conservatory, music school Claire Emily

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]]> Season 3 Premier: Book Announcement! Season 3 Premier: Book Announcement! Sun, 03 Aug 2025 06:12:33 GMT 57:28 688efdd1eb4229c919ca5c88 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/season-3-premier-book-announcement 688efdd1eb4229c919ca5c88 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 season-3-premier-book-announcement full 3 1 Book and Ebook Links:


https://store.bookbaby.com/book/what-about-me2?srsltid=AfmBOopD5ZzauyFRaXa7Fzh6JCYP1rae0gBOWv1XJhC2C4qS2olwlyW4


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In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 28, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 23, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> Book and Ebook Links:


https://store.bookbaby.com/book/what-about-me2?srsltid=AfmBOopD5ZzauyFRaXa7Fzh6JCYP1rae0gBOWv1XJhC2C4qS2olwlyW4


https://a.co/d/acHpUk4


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 28, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 23, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> Season Finale, Emily’s Story Season Finale, Emily’s Story Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:14:07 GMT 1:42:37 680136dc45e1f487c1c0728a false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/season-finale-emilys-story 680136dc45e1f487c1c0728a 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 season-finale-emilys-story full 2 8 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 28, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix


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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 28, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix


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]]> Teachers, Tribulations, and Tadpoles: ft. Nathan Waller Teachers, Tribulations, and Tadpoles: ft. Nathan Waller Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:49:42 GMT 39:25 679352da6692a03090cd84c6 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/skip-navigation-dissonant-dialogues-create-avatar-image-teac 679352da6692a03090cd84c6 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 skip-navigation-dissonant-dialogues-create-avatar-image-teac full 2 6 Support our guests:

www.arcofrog.com

‪@Arcofrog‬


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix


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]]> Support our guests:

www.arcofrog.com

‪@Arcofrog‬


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix


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]]> The Day the Music (Industry) Died | Dissonant Dialogues The Day the Music (Industry) Died | Dissonant Dialogues Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:40:04 GMT 48:01 6757fe09e417dbfb21725bec false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/the-day-the-music-industry-died-dissonant-dialogues 6757fe09e417dbfb21725bec 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 the-day-the-music-industry-died-dissonant-dialogues full 2 5 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> Help! I Accidentally Majored in Music | Dissonant Dialogues ft. Joe Bierzynski Help! I Accidentally Majored in Music | Dissonant Dialogues ft. Joe Bierzynski Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:09:06 GMT 1:11:27 673e41e3d1a6d05d3cbe1cc8 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/help-i-accidentally-majored-in-music-dissonant-dialogues-ft- 673e41e3d1a6d05d3cbe1cc8 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 help-i-accidentally-majored-in-music-dissonant-dialogues-ft- full 2 4 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> The Scam Jam | Dissonant Dialogues The Scam Jam | Dissonant Dialogues Tue, 05 Nov 2024 21:37:13 GMT 1:19:17 672a90097d34ea8eee3a99c7 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/the-scam-jam-dissonant-dialogues 672a90097d34ea8eee3a99c7 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 the-scam-jam-dissonant-dialogues full 2 3 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> Audition Adventures: ft. David Vrablic Audition Adventures: ft. David Vrablic Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:30:00 GMT 37:44 67194e9930187dfb6cdb15d9 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/audition-adventures-ft-david-vrablic 67194e9930187dfb6cdb15d9 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 audition-adventures-ft-david-vrablic full 2 2 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.

Support our guest: https://dbvclarinetstudio.com


GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-...



Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.

Support our guest: https://dbvclarinetstudio.com


GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-...



Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Happy Hour | Dissonant Dialogues Season Premier Happy Hour | Dissonant Dialogues Season Premier Thu, 10 Oct 2024 23:06:13 GMT 1:01:28 67085de5f3f0d7a8820314bf false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/happy-hour-dissonant-dialogues-season-premier 67085de5f3f0d7a8820314bf 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 happy-hour-dissonant-dialogues-season-premier full 2 1 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


BTS vlogs:    • Senior violin recital: Behind the Scenes  

Senior recital vlog:    • Senior violin recital day (vlog!)  

Senior recital:    • Senior Recital  

Documentary:    • Emily Zwijack: Finding My Melody (Doc...  

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bring...



Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


BTS vlogs:    • Senior violin recital: Behind the Scenes  

Senior recital vlog:    • Senior violin recital day (vlog!)  

Senior recital:    • Senior Recital  

Documentary:    • Emily Zwijack: Finding My Melody (Doc...  

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-bring...



Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music remix

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Psychological Grooming: Emily’s Story | Dissonant Dialogues S1E8 Psychological Grooming: Emily’s Story | Dissonant Dialogues S1E8 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 03:35:31 GMT 1:38:29 66aa839cab1347ecaad5bf09 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/psychological-grooming-emilys-story-dissonant-dialogues-s1e8 66aa839cab1347ecaad5bf09 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 psychological-grooming-emilys-story-dissonant-dialogues-s1e8 SEASON FINALE full 1 8 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Monstercat-Crab Rave (licensing obtained via Monster Cat Gold membership. Dissonant Dialogues do not own the rights to this music)

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Monstercat-Crab Rave (licensing obtained via Monster Cat Gold membership. Dissonant Dialogues do not own the rights to this music)

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Down with the Sickness, ft. Robin Hahn Down with the Sickness, ft. Robin Hahn Sun, 21 Jul 2024 02:27:12 GMT 49:59 669c71e8fbb02ee946981444 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/down-with-the-sickness-ft-robin-hahn 669c71e8fbb02ee946981444 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 down-with-the-sickness-ft-robin-hahn full 1 7 Robin Hahn is a Vancouver, CA-based soprano with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and POTS. She is a performer, director, coach, and disability advocate. Her work with Opera Mariposa unites her passions as Canada’s first disability run opera company. Sharing her diagnosis in common with Claire, they discuss the realities of being disabled in the operatic world, experiences navigating a custom career structure, and coming to terms with the griefs and joys of life in a disabled body.


You can find more from Robin at    / robinhahnsopran   and on Instagram ​⁠‪@robinhahnsopran‬



In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Robin Hahn is a Vancouver, CA-based soprano with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and POTS. She is a performer, director, coach, and disability advocate. Her work with Opera Mariposa unites her passions as Canada’s first disability run opera company. Sharing her diagnosis in common with Claire, they discuss the realities of being disabled in the operatic world, experiences navigating a custom career structure, and coming to terms with the griefs and joys of life in a disabled body.


You can find more from Robin at    / robinhahnsopran   and on Instagram ​⁠‪@robinhahnsopran‬



In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> From the Chair to the Podium ft. Dana Green | Dissonant Dialogues S1E6 From the Chair to the Podium ft. Dana Green | Dissonant Dialogues S1E6 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 23:36:34 GMT 1:05:59 66873202f5f883ab7629681a false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/from-the-chair-to-the-podium-ft-dana-green-dissonant-dialogu 66873202f5f883ab7629681a 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 from-the-chair-to-the-podium-ft-dana-green-dissonant-dialogu full 1 6 Music educators: this one is for you! We talk about the process of deciding to major in music ed, being a music student, student teaching, and then applying for jobs on your own! How to avoid burnout, how to find your teacher identity, when do you start to “feel ready” to manage a classroom, all the things!


Dana is an incredible teacher and violinist and has brough amazing insight to this episode.


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

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]]> Music educators: this one is for you! We talk about the process of deciding to major in music ed, being a music student, student teaching, and then applying for jobs on your own! How to avoid burnout, how to find your teacher identity, when do you start to “feel ready” to manage a classroom, all the things!


Dana is an incredible teacher and violinist and has brough amazing insight to this episode.


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 22, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Networking | Dissonant Dialogues Networking | Dissonant Dialogues Sun, 02 Jun 2024 08:17:27 GMT 1:22:11 665c2a9717916d0011b76dd0 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/networking-dissonant-dialogues 665c2a9717916d0011b76dd0 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 networking-dissonant-dialogues full 1 5 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Tiktok compilation:

@sherzodergashevofficial

@harrythedrummer

@nicholaslennoxmusic

@thesprout404

@otterchaosuk

@ace_reztone_art

@tom_franek

@gabriellemartinviolin

@samthehorn

@jessegtrumpet

@joedifioremusic

Zadok the Priest-Handel, arr. by Reductio

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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Tiktok compilation:

@sherzodergashevofficial

@harrythedrummer

@nicholaslennoxmusic

@thesprout404

@otterchaosuk

@ace_reztone_art

@tom_franek

@gabriellemartinviolin

@samthehorn

@jessegtrumpet

@joedifioremusic

Zadok the Priest-Handel, arr. by Reductio

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]]> Music School Hacks | Dissonant Dialogues Music School Hacks | Dissonant Dialogues Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:59:29 GMT 1:25:52 662e8e813bcafa001257abac false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/music-school-hacks-dissonant-dialogues 662e8e813bcafa001257abac 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 music-school-hacks-dissonant-dialogues full 1 4 In this episode, Claire and Emily discuss all around hacks for those in music school. How to take care of yourself, how to sustain your passion, who to trust, how to keep yourself safe from professors, the importance of leaving reviews, how to survive classes, and more!


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, Claire and Emily discuss all around hacks for those in music school. How to take care of yourself, how to sustain your passion, who to trust, how to keep yourself safe from professors, the importance of leaving reviews, how to survive classes, and more!


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Conservatory Culture pt. II Conservatory Culture pt. II Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:13 GMT 53:59 65fbcced95a15e0017a4635d false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/conservatory-culture-pt-ii 65fbcced95a15e0017a4635d 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 conservatory-culture-pt-ii full 1 3.2 In this episode, Claire and Emily discuss the dark truth of conservatory culture, speaking about the things that many musicians are afraid to bring into the light. We share our own stories, your stories, answer questions, and provide advice for those looking to attend or trying to survive conservatory culture.


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

The Powers Photo-wedding video clip

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]]> In this episode, Claire and Emily discuss the dark truth of conservatory culture, speaking about the things that many musicians are afraid to bring into the light. We share our own stories, your stories, answer questions, and provide advice for those looking to attend or trying to survive conservatory culture.


In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

The Powers Photo-wedding video clip

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Conservatory Culture pt. I Conservatory Culture pt. I Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:50:11 GMT 57:15 65fbca9395a15e0017a4142c false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/conservatory-culture-pt-i 65fbca9395a15e0017a4142c 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 conservatory-culture-pt-i full 1 3.1 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

The Powers Photo-wedding video clip

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

The Powers Photo-wedding video clip

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Burnout | Dissonant Dialogues Burnout | Dissonant Dialogues Fri, 16 Feb 2024 23:10:06 GMT 1:25:23 65cfeb4e3bf1ce00160149ad false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/burnout-dissonant-dialogues 65cfeb4e3bf1ce00160149ad 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 burnout-dissonant-dialogues full 1 2 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Conner Gallagher-Shostakovich String Quartet 8 Heavy Metal Version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8NJGezMicI

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]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.


IG and Tiktok: @DissonantDialogues

Email: dissonantdialogues@gmail.com


Credits:

Claire Barber-Editor

Emily Zwijack-Social Media Manager

Scott Bass (IG: @base.productionz)-Theme music

Conner Gallagher-Shostakovich String Quartet 8 Heavy Metal Version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8NJGezMicI

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Get to Know Us | Dissonant Dialogues Get to Know Us | Dissonant Dialogues Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:56:30 GMT 1:04:02 65bd8dde0fb47b0017cbd988 false https://shows.acast.com/ddissonant-dialodissonancedialogues/episodes/get-to-know-us-dissonant-dialogue 65bd8dde0fb47b0017cbd988 65bc82306e0f0900168b2712 get-to-know-us-dissonant-dialogue Conversations in Classical Music full 1 1 In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this podcast, hosts Claire Barber and Emily Zwijack explore the occasionally uncomfortable dynamics that come with being a classical musician, surviving music school, the struggles of mental and physical health, abusive power dynamics, and so much more.


Barber (mezzo, 27, classical vocal performance BFA, 2020) and Zwijack (violinist, 21, violin performance and music education BM, 2024) are dedicated to creating a safer, trauma informed space for classical musicians who have survived abuse, burnout, disability, chronic illness, and discrimination. Want to share your story? Send us a DM on instagram @dissonantdialogues, or leave us a voicemail for a chance to be heard on our program at 872-216-9032.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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