Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCreativity, Community, and Career: A Conversation with Jenny Alday Townsend
In this episode of Behind the Masterpiece, host Jeffrey Kin sits down with Jenny Alday Townsend, Founder and CEO of Music Compound, for an inspiring conversation about ambition, authenticity, and mak…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Inside Sarasota Opera: Rafael Davila on Bringing Tragic Roles to Life
Step into the world of high drama and powerful music with tenor Rafael Davila as he takes us behind the scenes of Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci at the Sarasota Opera. In this episode of Behind t…
Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Inside La Musica Festival: Wu Han’s Journey Through Sound
Step inside the world of world-renowned pianist and artistic director Wu Han as she brings the La Musica Festival to life in this captivating episode of Behind the Masterpiece. From the drama and pas…
Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago
The Magic of Community Music: Robyn Bell on The Pops Orchestra
Discover the vibrant arts scene of Sarasota County in this episode of Behind the Masterpiece! Join host Jeffery Kin as he sits down with Robyn Bell, Music Director of The Pops Orchestra, to explore h…
Published on 7 months ago
The Making of a Masterpiece: Inside the Hermitage Artist Retreat with Andy Sandberg
In this episode of Behind the Masterpiece, host Brian Hersh sits down with Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artists Retreat, to explore how this unique residency fosters grou…
Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
Rising Stars: Thayer Greenberg and the Magic of The Sarasota Players
In this episode of Behind the Masterpiece, host Jeffery Kin chats with Thayer Greenberg, the Director of Education at Sarasota Players. Thayer shares the exciting growth of the studio, from productio…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Embracing Our Differences – Art, Community, and Expanding Impact
In this episode of Behind the Masterpiece, host Jeffery Kin sits down with Sarah Wertheimer, President & CEO of Embracing Our Differences, to discuss the power of art in fostering inclusion, kindness…
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Behind the Baton: Getting to Know Sarasota Orchestra Music Director Designate Giancarlo Guerrero
Behind the Masterpiece takes you into the heart of Sarasota’s vibrant arts and culture scene, exploring the stories and passion behind the artists, musicians, and creative leaders shaping our communi…
Published on 8 months ago
Designing Community: Architecture, Art, and the Power of Connection with Michael Halflants
In this episode, we sit down with Michael Halflants, a talented architect and community leader, to explore the intersection of design, art, and community building. Michael shares the journey of his f…
Published on 8 months, 1 week ago
Peter Rothstein’s Dual Roles: Directing and Writing for Asolo Repertory Theatre
In this episode of Sarasota Rising, Jeffery Kin sits down with Peter Rothstein, Artistic Director of the Asolo Repertory Theatre, to discuss the art of storytelling, the evolution of live theater, an…
Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago