Classeek 15'

About Classeek 15'

In this 15-minute chatty coffee-break podcast, hosts Jack Pepper, Michael Beek, and Charlotte Gardner talk with a selection of industry professionals, discussing career resources, advice, and tips for young artists.

Publisher

Classeek

Category

arts · music · music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Dec 2022

Latest episode

22 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

58 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Hawijch Elders: Navigating the Transition from Student to Soloist

   In this episode of Classeek 15', host Jack Pepper sits down with Dutch violinist and 2026–27 Classeek Ambassador Programme artist Hawijch Elders to discuss the transition from student to professional soloist. After studying at the Conservatory of Amsterdam and spending several years as an artist in residence at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel, Hawijch is now entering an exciting new chapter, with major orchestral debuts, competition successes, and her debut solo album on Decca Classics. Hawi...

2. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Hilary Hahn: Building Confidence Through Curiosity

   In this episode of Classeek 15', host Jack Pepper sits down with three-time Grammy Award-winning violinist Hilary Hahn to explore her approach to practice, creativity, confidence, and building an individual career as a musician. From making her orchestral debut at just 12 to becoming one of the world's most celebrated violinists, Hilary has continually followed her curiosity both within and beyond classical music. She also discusses how young musicians can begin shaping their careers while t...

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Charlie Siem: Finding Your Own Path as a Classical Soloist

   In this episode of Classeek 15', host Jack Pepper sits down with acclaimed violinist Charlie Siem to explore what it takes to build a career as a classical soloist in the 21st century. From performing Beethoven and Tchaikovsky to collaborating with artists like Bryan Adams, The Who, and Miley Cyrus, Charlie reflects on the experiences that have shaped his career both within and beyond the classical music world. From the importance of staying focused on your own path to the art of continually...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,172,643

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

43

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

60

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