Happy Holidays! Today's episode features Marisa Ishikawa, 2nd violinist of the Carpe Diem String Quartet. She and Ariana chat about quartet life, traveling, the steps they take to be able to make music together in the midst of the pandemic, and the innovative projects their group has in the works.&nbsp;
Here's where you can find Marisa's <a href="https://www.marisafrances.com/">website</a>, and make sure to check out the <a href="https://www.carpediemstringquartet.com/">Carpe Diem String Quartet</a>, follow them on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/carpediemstringquartet">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carpediemsq/">Instagram</a>, and subscribe to their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5wy5-bOR7mnym3mM8UrzJw">Youtube channel</a>!
~Musical selection is the Christmas Song, arr. by Korine Fujiwara~

This Juilliard trained cellist gets real! Join Ariana for candid discussions about what it’s like to work in the classical music industry, as well as the ins and outs of maintaining a varied and balanced lifestyle. Ariana opens up the conversation with admired friends and colleagues in order to get their distinct perspectives - with the hope of giving you a window into some different worlds. Hopefully they will leave you feeling inspired or at the very least, amused! 

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