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Hello Music World Podcast

Hello Music World Podcast

By: Karen Kim
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Summary
 Welcome to the Hello Music World Podcast where we talk about the ups, the downs and all that matters in between in music education and music in the world community

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Episodes
  • Stage, Sound & Story: Warren Wills, international jazz pianist and composer

    Stage, Sound & Story: Warren Wills, international jazz pianist and composer
    Oct 23 2026
    Stage, Sound & Story
    A Conversation with Warren WillsWhat happens when you stop being afraid of playing the wrong notes?In this episode, Karen Kim sits down with pianist, composer and musical director Warren Wills to explore creativity, musical confidence and the freedom to make music your own.From London’s West End to inclusive community theatre, Warren’s work brings together performance, storytelling and a belief in music’s ability to connect people across backgrounds and abilities.At the heart of the conversation is a simple message: don’t let the fear of getting it wrong stop you from creating. Sometimes, those “wrong” notes are where the discovery begins.An engaging conversation for musicians, educators and anyone interested in the power of music to inspire confidence, encourage expression and bring people together.

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    18 mins
  • When Music Builds Community with Derek Craig, South Africa

    When Music Builds Community with Derek Craig, South Africa
    Jul 17 2026
    When Music Builds Community

    What role does music play beyond the stage? Can a song strengthen communities, shape culture, tell a nation's story- or even change lives?
    In this episode of The Hello Music Show, Karen Kim sits down with South African creative leader, musician and music advocate Derek Craig, whose career has spanned award-winning advertising, artist management, music licensing and community development. From his early days performing alongside some of South Africa's finest musicians to helping artists find new audiences through film, television and advertising with Shoreline Songs,
    Derek shares a unique perspective on the intersection of creativity, business and human connection. Together, Karen and Derek explore South Africa's rich musical heritage, the extraordinary resilience of its artists, and why music remains one of the most powerful forces for bringing people together across cultures and generations. This is a conversation about much more than the music industry-it's about purpose, storytelling, creativity, and the communities that music helps build.
    Whether you're a musician, creative professional, or simply someone who believes in the power of music to unite people, this inspiring conversation reminds us that the greatest songs don't just entertain, they create connection.

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    40 mins
  • Daniel Todd - Reimagining Opera

    Daniel Todd - Reimagining Opera
    Jul 7 2026
    🎙️ Hello Music World Podcast | Reimagining Opera: Immersive Performance and the Future of the Art Form with Daniel Szesiong ToddWhat does the future of opera look like?In this episode of Hello Music World, Karen Kim is joined by acclaimed Australian tenor Daniel Szesiong Todd for a fascinating conversation about the evolving world of opera, immersive performance, and creating new ways for audiences to experience classical music.Daniel's career has taken him from studying music and law in Melbourne to performing more than thirty operatic roles with the Hamburg State Opera, working in China, and returning to Australia to contribute to one of the country's most innovative arts landscapes. Today, as an Artistic Associate with Forest Collective, he helps create award-winning immersive musical experiences that challenge traditional concert formats and invite audiences to become part of the performance.Together, Karen and Daniel explore:
    • How opera is evolving for contemporary audiences
    • The rise of immersive and site-specific performance
    • Innovation in storytelling and music theatre
    • Lessons from an international career spanning Europe, Asia and Australia
    • Advice for young singers and emerging arts professionals
    • Why collaboration is central to the future of the performing arts
    Daniel also shares insights into his upcoming role in Liza Lim's The Oresteia, presented by Sydney Chamber Opera and the ELISION Ensemble. With a libretto adapted by Barrie Kosky, this powerful one-hour reimagining of the classic Greek tragedy returns in a rare revival at Carriageworks from 24–31 July 2026.Whether you're an opera lover, musician, arts professional, educator or simply curious about how classical music continues to reinvent itself, this conversation offers an inspiring glimpse into the future of the art form.About Daniel Szesiong ToddDaniel Szesiong Todd is an acclaimed Australian tenor whose career spans opera, education and artistic leadership. He has performed more than thirty roles with the Hamburg State Opera, worked professionally across Europe, Asia and Australia, and is now an Artistic Associate with Forest Collective, where he collaborates on immersive, interdisciplinary performances that are reshaping how audiences engage with classical music.Upcoming PerformanceThe Oresteia
    📍 Carriageworks, Sydney
    📅 24–31 July 2026 Sydney Chamber Opera and the ELISION Ensemble present a rare revival of Liza Lim's landmark 1993 opera The Oresteia. Directed by Imara Savage with a libretto adapted by Barrie Kosky, this compelling one-hour work breathes new life into one of the great Greek tragedies.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to Hello Music World, leave a review, and share it with fellow music lovers.

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    23 mins
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