Season 5 Episode 5: "Dances, Improvisations, & Songs" feat. Mark Markham - Steinway Artist & Improvisor
NOV 13, 2024123 MIN
Season 5 Episode 5: "Dances, Improvisations, & Songs" feat. Mark Markham - Steinway Artist & Improvisor
NOV 13, 2024123 MIN
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<p>📣 <strong>This Episode is Brought to You by </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.artsongpreservationsocietyny.org/"><strong>The Art Song Preservation Society of New York </strong></a><strong>(ASPSNY)!</strong> "Immerse Yourself in a World of Art Song at the Summer of Song Festival 2025!" </p><p>In this special episode of The Piano Pod, “Dances, Improvisations, and Song: Exploring Mark Markham’s Legacy and Journey of Passion, Artistry, and Deep Collaborations,” we welcome Mark Markham, acclaimed Steinway Artist, celebrated soloist, collaborative pianist, jazz improviser, and renowned vocal coach. With a career spanning decades and continents, Mark is widely known for his masterful range, from performing classical masterpieces to collaborating with the legendary <strong>Jessye Norman</strong> in over 300 concerts worldwide.</p><p>🌟 <strong>Highlights of This Episode </strong>🌟</p><ul><li>Mark’s insights on his artistic journey: from Bach to contemporary compositions, and why embracing new repertoire inspires him.</li><li>An in-depth discussion on improvisation in classical and jazz settings, along with the art of tone production and technique.</li><li>Mark’s experiences working with numerous celebrated vocalists, emphasizing the importance of vocalist-pianist synergy.</li><li>His impactful role as an educator and mentor at institutions like <strong>Peabody Institute</strong> (Johns Hopkins University) and through global masterclasses, including ASPSNY’s programs.</li><li> Reflections on legacy, purpose in music, and innovative ways to connect with modern audiences.</li></ul><p><strong>Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Mark as he shares his journey, from pivotal career moments to insights into his creative process and dedication to nurturing the next generation of musicians. </strong></p><p><strong>[About Mark Markham]</strong></p><p>🌐<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://markmarkhampianist.com/">Website</a></p><p>📺Check out his performances: </p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=597xSO3X3VE&t=416s&pp=ygUMbWFyayBtYXJraGFt">Mark Markham, piano: Dances and Improvisations</a>, </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUurufZzlis&pp=ygUMbWFyayBtYXJraGFt">Francis Poulenc Les Chemins De L'Amour - pianist Mark Markham</a>, </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6tyzr0XGBM&t=3s&pp=ygUMbWFyayBtYXJraGFt">Mark Markham DEEP RIVER Jessye Norman funeral</a>, </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/0WDkPDEh9os?si=q1y8VtB-iTtHnqXs">Jessye Norman sings "Zwei Gesänge", op. 91 - LIVE, 1997</a></li></ul><p>🎵🎵 Check out all the piano music mentioned in Season 5 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeBrJAY2RQ_uCgiPLui0cF-VNGzKcvkKP">HERE</a>🎵🎵 </p><p><strong>[Meet Our Sponsor - the Art Song Preservation Society of New York]</strong></p><ul><li>🌐<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.artsongpreservationsocietyny.org/">Website</a></li><li>▶️ <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ASPSNY">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><strong>[🎹🎙️ ABOUT THE PIANO POD]</strong></p><ul><li>❤️❤️ Show your love and support for TPP: Donate <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/3EsvRDg">https://bit.ly/3EsvRDg</a> ❤️❤️</li><li>🌐 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thepianopod.com">Official Site</a></li><li>📱<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/thepianopod"> Connect with us</a></li></ul>
![<description><p>📣 <strong>This Episode is Brought to You by </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.artsongpreservationsocietyny.org/"><strong>The Art Song Preservation Society of New York </strong></a><strong>(ASPSNY)!</strong> "Immerse Yourself in a World of Art Song at the Summer of Song Festival 2025!" </p><p>In this special episode of The Piano Pod, “Dances, Improvisations, and Song: Exploring Mark Markham’s Legacy and Journey of Passion, Artistry, and Deep Collaborations,” we welcome Mark Markham, acclaimed Steinway Artist, celebrated soloist, collaborative pianist, jazz improviser, and renowned vocal coach. With a career spanning decades and continents, Mark is widely known for his masterful range, from performing classical masterpieces to collaborating with the legendary <strong>Jessye Norman</strong> in over 300 concerts worldwide.</p><p>🌟 <strong>Highlights of This Episode </strong>🌟</p><ul><li>Mark’s insights on his artistic journey: from Bach to contemporary compositions, and why embracing new repertoire inspires him.</li><li>An in-depth discussion on improvisation in classical and jazz settings, along with the art of tone production and technique.</li><li>Mark’s experiences working with numerous celebrated vocalists, emphasizing the importance of vocalist-pianist synergy.</li><li>His impactful role as an educator and mentor at institutions like <strong>Peabody Institute</strong> (Johns Hopkins University) and through global masterclasses, including ASPSNY’s programs.</li><li> Reflections on legacy, purpose in music, and innovative ways to connect with modern audiences.</li></ul><p><strong>Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Mark as he shares his journey, from pivotal career moments to insights into his creative process and dedication to nurturing the next generation of musicians. </strong></p><p><strong>[About Mark Markham]</strong></p><p>🌐<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://markmarkhampianist.com/">Website</a></p><p>📺Check out his performances: </p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=597xSO3X3VE&amp;t=416s&amp;pp=ygUMbWFyayBtYXJraGFt">Mark Markham, piano: Dances and Improvisations</a>, </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUurufZzlis&amp;pp=ygUMbWFyayBtYXJraGFt">Francis Poulenc Les Chemins De L'Amour - pianist Mark Markham</a>, </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6tyzr0XGBM&amp;t=3s&amp;pp=ygUMbWFyayBtYXJraGFt">Mark Markham DEEP RIVER Jessye Norman funeral</a>, </li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/0WDkPDEh9os?si=q1y8VtB-iTtHnqXs">Jessye Norman sings "Zwei Gesänge", op. 91 - LIVE, 1997</a></li></ul><p>🎵🎵 Check out all the piano music mentioned in Season 5 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeBrJAY2RQ_uCgiPLui0cF-VNGzKcvkKP">HERE</a>🎵🎵 </p><p><strong>[Meet Our Sponsor - the Art Song Preservation Society of New York]</strong></p><ul><li>🌐<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.artsongpreservationsocietyny.org/">Website</a></li><li>▶️ <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ASPSNY">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><strong>[🎹🎙️ ABOUT THE PIANO POD]</strong></p><ul><li>❤️❤️ Show your love and support for TPP: Donate <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bit.ly/3EsvRDg">https://bit.ly/3EsvRDg</a> ❤️❤️</li><li>🌐 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thepianopod.com">Official Site</a></li><li>📱<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/thepianopod"> Connect with us</a></li></ul></description>](https://us-central1-podcastguru-217d6.cloudfunctions.net/gcf_get_image?image_url=https://media.rss.com/the-piano-pod/podcast_cover.jpg&width=300&height=300&api_key=xqFmUFX5BHLBTA)
