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“Love your podcast and love having local SoCal celebrities be so accessible and forthcoming on this podcast format! I especially love Akiko’s perspective on being the assistant to the first associate concertmaster, and all of the other titles associated with her! Please come back! Also, how about...”Read full review »
Scorpioi76 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“I love their insights and really empathize with how difficult it is to balance work (music-related or not) with parenting small children. They are both great musicians and intelligent interlocutors of music.”
jpark1917 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/24
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“I really enjoy this show. Nathan is so knowledgeable, and I find Akiko’s self deprecation to be hilarious. Valuable show for anyone currently in or wanting to be part of a symphony.”
Wedding Man88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“Absolutely love it
Best podcast ever for musicians”
GBayjanova via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/29/22
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“As an amateur musician I really enjoy the insights this podcast gives about the life of professional musicians.”
Mel MacG via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/19/22
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“A wonderful insider’s perspective of life as a professional musician shared by this phenomenal husband and wife duo, both violinists in the LA Phil. Nathan’s organized, logical approach is well-balanced by Akiko’s hilarious, dry sense of humor. One suggestion to make this great podcast even...”Read full review »
davidmiyamoto via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/22
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“Nathan and Akiko are a delight to listen to, and I look forward to the upcoming season learning more about their lives as violinists!”
Awesomeguy11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/22
“If you have any interest in how an American symphony orchestra works this is the podcast for you. They are wonderfully reasonable and candid about the life of a symphony player. Highly recommended!”
dnewmanm5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/22
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“I love listening to these while I'm at work, thank you for making them!
I wanted to see if you could make an episode on how to practice? As a violinist/violist I started a little late and never got a good understanding on how to practice. (As in what scales would help me the most to practice?...”Read full review »
TheeGeneration.org via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/21
“I love this podcast. They have a wonderful chemistry and unique insight into life in a major orchestra, told with characteristic charm and intelligence. Really enjoying this podcast and keep them coming!”
pghvla via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/20
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“Just finished listening to the first 5 episodes––awesome podcast. The hosts are articulate, humorous, and share a brilliant chemistry. If you play an instrument, take auditions, or want to see behind the scenes of a world class orchestra, add SPFL to your playlist.
Would love to hear an...”Read full review »
chrishowardsocal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/20
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“Though I had followed Nate a while for his pedagogical work, I had just learned about Akiko through a violin professor at my school when they noted that they had both (amazingly) landed in the LA Phil. The balance between them is great, with Akiko being provocateur/commenter, and Nate being the...”Read full review »
Eugene1248 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/20
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“I’m an aspiring orchestra violinist and it’s really interesting to get to hear what orchestra life is like from such experienced people who play in such a great group! Keep the episodes coming, I love to listen to you guys!!!”
Marie Cooper Aube via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
03/27/20
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“Hi Nathan and Akiko, I love your podcast! As an amateur musician, it’s fun to hear what goes on behind the scenes of a professional orchestra and also hear about your journeys to becoming musicians. Also as much as I hate to admit it, I’m living for the little snippets of drama in your orchestra...”Read full review »
ghjvfsfhvfglmvvhjjgf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/20
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“I really enjoy listening to these episodes. Enlightening and entertaining!”
I am a person writing this via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/20
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“Not worth listening”
Fbmobileisbad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/20
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“Absolutely love listening to the orchestra gossip and nerdy musician talk. Love it! ❤️❤️❤️
(Proud cellist mama)
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Miriam Schulman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/19
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“I love this podcast and I’m not a violinist. My 9 year old daughter plays the violin so I started to listen to better understand the instrument. Is it possible to have an episode or episodes dedicated to parents with kids studying the violin? I loved the episode about scales and etudes. Thanks so...”Read full review »
spool36 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/20/19
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“As someone who’s had many failures in auditioning, listening to this podcast has given me more insight into committees. It’s humanizing them and helping me realize that they may be picky but they are in their own way rooting for us as auditionees. Thank you both for your insight and I hope to...”Read full review »
M Lee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/19
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“So happy to have found you guys and that you are doing this! What a wonderful way to connect with those who aspire to be a professional orchestral musician today. Thank you for all your insight!”
BrittanyVln via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/19
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“My friend Jason Heath told me about your podcast and so I started listening to them. Right now I just finished episode 5, and I just wanted to let you know how much I’ve enjoyed them so far, and that I look forward to continue listening to them. I’ve been attending the LA Phil as subscribers,...”Read full review »
Rubencíto via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/19
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“I’ve been following NatesViolin, on youtube and read the blogs. Listening to their podcast, I got lots of sharing that useful for my daily activities as mom who learn violin and having a toddler who likes to listen some violin repertoire. Your podcasts are special because the sharing about family...”Read full review »
**ly via Apple Podcasts ·
Indonesia ·
05/21/19
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“I’ve been reading, listening & watching Nate Cole & Stand Partners For Life from the beginning. I’m a professional violinist who worked in NYC, Chicago & LA, now in Asheville. It feels isolating at times not working in a big city. I’m finding these podcasts an invaluable way to stay...”Read full review »
quinn head via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/19
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“Love this! It’s so therapeutic to hear other colleagues talk about their orchestral experiences. I especially love Akiko’s short yet meaningful comments.”
Cookingviolinist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/19
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“Great podcast. Looking forward to hearing more.”
scm_one via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/19
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“I am an aspiring violinist and I love hearing the insights that Nathan and Akiko bring each episode.”
letsplaycroquet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/19
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“I love love love this podcast. It’s a little bit geared toward violinists (I’m a flutist), but it doesn’t bother me at all. It’s really insightful and I was thrilled they came back with so much great content in 2019. Ever since Noa Kageyama recommended this pod on his blog I’ve been hooked. I...”Read full review »
Ruculazinha via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
02/12/19
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“Nathan and Akiko talk informally about most aspects of life as professional orchestral violinists, coming across as highly skilled artists, at the top of their game, of course, but also revealing the more human and humorous aspects of musical life. As a father of twins and a freelance violinist,...”Read full review »
xenakisw via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/12/19
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“One of the best music podcasts out there! The insight from two working musicians is amazing, and enjoyable each week.”
JesusChristrocksmyworld via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/19
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“Hi Nathan & Akiko
I enjoy hearing about your practice routines even though I don’t play near your level. The main thing (among many) that let’s me down is lapses in concentration. Do you have any suggestions on improving that? Maybe in a future podcast?
I especially enjoy Akiko’s dry sense...”Read full review »
terentius03 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/19/19
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“A great peek into the lives two interesting, funny, and real people behind great orchestral playing.”
SusanRedRusso via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/19
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“Just LOVED this episode. Fascinating to hear your parent’s memories of starting you off on the path to becoming a professional musician. 5 ⭐️”
flutemum via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/08/19
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“Great podcast! Would be great if these were put it more consistently.”
RunGuy17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/19
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“As an aspiring orchestral musician I have been following Nathan’s work for a few years. This podcast has definitely provided with insightful information on the orchestral world as well as inspiration for people like me who live for orchestra playing.”
EZV1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/18
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“Super insightful and funny. It’s really nice as someone who is aspiring to be a professional musician to hear about what the trade is really like from someone(s) so experienced. Please keep making episodes!”
Chuk889 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/18
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“Thanks for putting this out there. It's fascinating to hear about your lives as professional musicians and pick up insights and pearls. Thank you for sharing!”Read full review »
burgleb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/18
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“Love this podcast! I’m playing with my first professional orchestra this fall and it is quite nice to hear some of the ins and outs of being a professional musician.”
ibarra.danny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/18
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“Like NNW78, I came to violin as an adult, and one with no orchestral experience whatsoever. I play in two community orchestras, and my [more experienced] stand partners are not taskmasters. Good thing, since your episode on Stand Partnering had me rethinking some of my behaviors. But, mostly,...”Read full review »
veidhlin1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/18
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“As an adult learner, I love your show!!! I’m in 2 community orchestras and your dos and don’ts were very helpful.”
NNW78 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/18
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“I get really excited whenever I get a notification for a new podcast episode of Stand Partners for Life! This podcast is amazing, so interesting to hear about what life is like for these top LA Phil violinists! They play amazing but are so humble and have no ego and tell great stories. As a...”Read full review »
Sunflower.22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/18
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“I love this podcast! So helpful/funny/inspiring (especially Akiko! Her humor and attitude is A+++ relatateable.) Honestly my favorite podcast 10/10 <3”
gamarams via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/18
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“I am a retired engineer and started music lessons, voice and piano, in my 60's. I love to learn more about music and this podcast is a great way to learn! I listen to it while I am gardening using a podcast app on my Pixel 2 phone.”Read full review »
David-in-Florida via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/18
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“I truly enjoyed many of the episodes so far, especially the ones about taking auditions and sharing the experiences. I’m a professional violinist, but so far have been focusing on teaching, chamber and academia over orchestra. I always wondered if my life would have been different if I have...”Read full review »
Larkaes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/18
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“Nathan’s videos have been very helpful to me and so when I heard about this Podcast, I made it a point to tune in (eventho I haven’t been doing podcasts prior to this). The discussions and dynamics between the two have always been interesting and inspiring. I always look forward to new episodes....”Read full review »
Tutti~ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/18
“I heard about Stand Partners for Life via Jason Heath's Contrabass Conversations, and finally decided to check it out. Boy, am I glad I did! Although I'm a double bassist, I still find Nate and Akiko's insights highly illuminating. I've listened to every single episode so far,...”Read full review »
PhilPlaysBass via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/18
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“This podcast has been a lovely look into the world of classical musicians. Hope you will interview other musicians too!!!”
Norton18 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/18
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“Like NPR’s Car Talk for orchestral violinists”
STVLN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/18
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“This podcast has some wonderful insights about the world of playing in a major orchestra that you can't find anywhere else. Husband and wife team Nathan and Akiko from LA Philharmonic share and swap friendly stories of their performing lives. They give advice for young musicians, talk about...”Read full review »
Boulez25 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/18
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