The Classical Circuit

A deep-dive into the intricate world of classical music and all that comes with working in it. Host Ella Lee chats to a bunch of brilliant guests from across the profession, discussing their best career high, their worst career low, and other things that show you a different side to the one you might see on their website. Instagram: @theclassicalcircuit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Classical Circuit is a music podcast hosted by Ella Lee, with 63 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Ella Lee hosts The Classical Circuit, a music show with 63 episodes published.

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  62. Benjamin Woodroffe: supporting young artists embarking on a professional career

  Sep 27, 202647 min

  In Episode 62 of The Classical Circuit, Ella chats to Benjamin Woodroffe, Ambassador Programme Director at Classeek, who comes brimming with practical advice for young artists navigating the classical music industry. They discuss career development, communication, social media, self-management, resilience, and much more... ------------------- Classeek Ambassador Programme Classeek Ambassdor Programme Artists 2026-27 ------------------- Follow The Classical Circuit on Instagram Did you enjoy this episode? If so, ratings and follows help a lot with visibility, if you have a spare moment... *bats eyelashes* No offence taken if not. -------------------- Music: François Couperin - Le Tic-Toc-Choc ou Les Maillotins Performed by Daniel Lebhardt -------------------- The Classical Circuit is made by Ella Lee (producer by trade, pianist at heart). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  60. James Baillieu on a changing landscape for young artists and art song as a wellness experience

  May 26, 202634 minS0

  <p>In Episode 60, Ella chats to pianist James Baillieu ahead of the 77th Aldeburgh Festival, which marks 50 years since the death of its founder, Benjamin Britten. In James' first year as Associate Director of the Britten Pears Young Artist Programme (alongside Ryan Wigglesworth), he reflects on continuing Britten and Pears’ legacy of supporting young artists, through continuing existing traditions but also introducing new elements in order to tailor the programme to the music world of today. He talks about hearing Lise Davidsen sing for the first time, having a small number of long-term musical partnerships, and his most embarrassing concert mo...

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  59. Polly Graham on an eccentric approach to opera and the importance of music-making opportunities from the ground up

  May 19, 202636 minS0

  <p>In Episode 59, Ella chats to Polly Graham, Artistic Director of Longborough Festival Opera, about the festival’s fascinating history and unique place within the UK opera scene. Polly also discusses her unconventional route into the opera world, and reflects on how experiencing the instability of the industry in her work as a freelancer informs her role as an Artistic Director.</p><br><p>-------------------</p><br><p>Longborough Festival Opera</p><br><p>-------------------</p><br><p>Follow The Classical Circuit on Instagram</p><br><p>Did you enjoy this episode? If so, ratings and follows help a lot wi...

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  58. Steve Long on lasting artistic partnerships, surviving major changes in the audio market, and how *not* to pitch a recording project

  May 12, 202631 minS0

  <p>In Episode 58, Ella chats to Steve Long, Managing Director of Signum Records. Steve reflects on steering the label through the changing landscape of recorded music and listening habits, from the rise and fall of CDs to the shift into streaming. He also discusses Signum’s enduring relationships with many of its artists, balancing artistic ambitions with commercial realities, and shares the one question *not* to ask when pitching a recording project…</p><br><p>-------------------</p><br><p>Signum Records</p><br><p>-------------------</p><br><p>Follow The Classical Circuit on Instagram</p><br><p>Did you enjoy this...

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  57. Helen Charlston on her evolving relationship with Schumann’s Dichterliebe, exploring other sides of her artistic identity, and the precarious nature of singing careers

  May 5, 202639 minS0

  <p>In Episode 57, Ella chats to mezzo-soprano Helen Charlston about her new album 'A Poet's Love', a project in which she explores her artistic identity beyond the baroque repertoire she’s so often associated with. Describing herself as 'a German Romantic at heart', Helen reflects on her long and ever-evolving relationship with Schumann’s Dichterliebe, and her approach to a work of which so many recordings already exist. She also discusses the operatic side of her career and the characters she feels most drawn to, and the realities of navigating illness as a freelance singer.</p><br><p>A Poet's Love...

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