The Beare's Podcast: Violin Stories

About The Beare's Podcast: Violin Stories

Players, collectors, patrons and makers of the violin and cello are featured in this wide-ranging podcast about stringed instruments.

Publisher

J and A Beare

Category

arts · music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Apr 2020

Latest episode

25 Mar 2025

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Mar 2025

   Music, Identity, and Inclusion: A Conversation with Chi-chi Nwanoku

   Chi-chi Nwanoku discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion in classical music, highlighting the legacies of Black composers and her experiences as a Black musician, in an interview with Simon Morris.

2. 

   25 Feb 2025

   Stradivari, Guarneri, and Modern Luthiery with Roger Hargrave

   Violin maker Roger Hargrave discusses his career with host Simon Morris, covering his start painting harpsichords, his work with the Guarneri exhibition, and the challenges of violin-making in this interview.

3. 

   29 Jan 2025

   Behind the Strings: Geoffrey Davis on The Violin Channel’s Journey

   Simon Morris interviews Geoffrey Davis, founder of The Violin Channel, about the platform's growth and impact on classical music through digital innovation and strategic use of social media.

4. 

   16 Jan 2025

   Navigating a Different Path: Esther Abrami on Music, Social Media, and Classical Crossover

   Violinist Esther Abrami discusses her unique journey in classical music, her use of social media, and her podcast, 'Women in Classical' with host Simon Morris in an interview.

5. 

   28 Aug 2020

   Ralph Kirshbaum

   Simon Morris interviews Ralph Kirshbaum, a renowned cellist and teacher, about the Piatigorsky Cello Festival and the art of teaching and performing.

6. 

   9 Jul 2020

   Peter Greiner and Robert Young

   Host Simon Beare interviews luthiers Peter Greiner and Robert Young, who explore the intricate art of crafting violins.

7. 

   4 Jun 2020

   Jonathan Moulds and Steven Smith

   Simon Morris interviews Steven Smith and Jonathan Moulds CBE about the dual value of violins for musicians and investors, highlighting the instrument's unique appeal.

8. 

   18 May 2020

   Richard Tognetti and Satu Vänskä

   Richard Tognetti and Satu Vänskä discuss their diverse work as musicians and composers with Simon Morris in an interview about their careers.

9. 

   11 May 2020

   Alan Gilbert

   Conductor Alan Gilbert discusses his upbringing in a family of violinists and shares insights on navigating life and music as a conductor with Simon Morris in an interview.

10. 

    1 May 2020

    Sir Michael Hill

    Simon Beare interviews Sir Michael Hill, who recounts his beginnings as a violinist, his business success, and his life philosophy.

11. 

    1 May 2020

    Paul Cassidy of the The Brodsky Quartet

    Simon Morris interviews Paul Cassidy about his upbringing in Northern Ireland and his experiences as a member of the Brodsky Quartet for over four decades.

12. 

    27 Apr 2020

    Joshua Bell and Harvey de Souza

    Violinist Joshua Bell discusses music and life during lockdown with Harvey de Souza, leader of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, in an interview conducted by Simon Morris.

Who has been a guest on The Beare's Podcast: Violin Stories

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Chi-chi Nwanoku
• Roger Hargrave
• Geoffrey Davis
• Esther Abrami
• Ralph Kirshbaum

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

11 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 18 / 100

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

Quality

15

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.