Season 5 Episode 2: Between Keys & Creativity feat. Jed Distler - Composer, Steinway Artist, Educator, & Host of a Renowned Radio Show, "Between the Keys"

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Curious about which episode has the most name drops? Look no further—this one with Jed Distler takes the crown!

The Piano Pod had an exciting conversation with Jed Distler, composer, Steinway Artist, educator, and host of the renowned radio show Between the Keys.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Insider scoop on Between the Keys, Jed's 9-plus-year-running radio show on WWFM
• Jed’s wisdom on what makes a great recording and the importance of thoughtful programming
• His take on the future of CDs in the age of streaming
• From Mahler symphonies to innovative 4-hand piano literature, Jed’s creative performances stand out
• His take on balancing personal achievement with building community and lasting relationships
• Exciting new ventures like The Piano Maven podcast and his ambitious project composing 1,827 Bagatelles to honor Beethoven’s 250th death anniversary in 2027

This conversation is packed with the names of brilliant yet underappreciated composers of our time, along with wisdom, authenticity, and joy you won’t want to miss! 💫

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[About Jed Distler]

• 🌐Jed’s Website
• 📻Jed’s Long-Running Radio Show, “Between the Keys”
• ☢️Jed’s Podcast: “The Piano Maven by Jed Distler”

[Pieces Mentioned in the Episode]

• Subscribe to our Sounds of Inspiration Playlist: Piano works mentioned in Season 5.

[ABOUT THE PIANO POD]

Check out our Season 5 Intro Episode HERE.

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