Today, another one of our top episodes from the archive… YolanDa Brown talks to horn player Mark Vines and leader of the orchestra Pieter Schoeman about how to get on top of an inevitable (and essential) aspect of being a musician: nerves. Dry mouth, the shakes, cold sweats, ‘butterflies’ in the stomach, these are all things anyone who performs in public will be able to identify with. But how do musicians learn to manage their nerves so their performances aren’t affected, and can they actually use nervous energy to help rather than hinder them? Take a deep breath, and come on in… Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’re taking you back to some of our favourite episodes of LPO Offstage. Today - touring!YolanDa Brown is joined by flautist Sue Thomas, tuba player Lee Tsarmaklis and Tours Manager Grace Ko to find out about travels with the the LPO: From logistical challenges, audience reactions and the juggle of family life, to hotel incidents, shrunken pants and the infamous LPO Bus 3... Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown sits down with the Personnel Manager of the LPO Andrew Chenery and cor anglais player Sue Böhling, to discover the secret art of fixing. From finding a last minute replacement musician, to looking for a bunch of banjo players, Andrew and Sue reveal the ins and outs of how to actually fix the people needed to play the music. Plus, how do you get on the list? And what happens when you can’t find anyone to step in?  Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown sits down with the stage managers of the LPO to discuss how a concert actually gets on the stage: from finding a piano that can be hit with chains, to awkward instrument logistics on tour. YolanDa also discovers what goes into preparing the stage for a complex percussion concerto, and why the harp has its own special duvet. Plus, a simple message from the stage managers to musicians everywhere: look after your own pencil… Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown asks where it all began for three LPO players, and how they made a passion into a profession. From Lyndon’s early brass band days, to David’s primary school string inspiration, and Emma’s recent exploration of different genres, YolanDa discovers what makes these musicians who they are today. Plus, a very supportive Grandpa, and a violist’s journey into flamenco music… Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown sits down with violinist and pianist Julia Fischer and asks what it means to be the LPO’s Artist in Residence for their current season. How does it feel to lead the orchestra from a soloist’s perspective? YolanDa also discovers how it feels for the musicians to play with no conductor, as well as finding out all about the joys of playing chamber music…Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Series 4!To kick off the new series, YolanDa Brown sits down with violinist Nynke Hijlkema and clarinet player Thomas Watmough to discuss the experience of having a family while working as a professional musician in an orchestra. From taking kids on tour to long distance phone calls, the essential duty free gifts and encouraging music making in your own children, Nynke and Tom reveal the struggles and the joys of parenting as a musician. Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown takes us through some of the best bits of Series 3. Why do the musicians do what they do? And how do you combat the fear of fear? Plus, a revelation from conductor Karina Canellakis, the story of how a cello came to be, and the romantic connections across the orchestra… With tuba player Lee Tsarmaklis, violinist Kate Oswin, contrabassoonist Simon Estell, cellist Elisabeth Wiklander, Principal cellist Kristina Blaumane, trumpeter Anne McAneney, Principal Guest Conductor of the LPO Karina Canellakis, cellist David Lale, and violinist Fiona Higham.Series 4 will be arriving in March 2022 - see you then!Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown takes us through some of the best bits of Series 2. How do you audition for an orchestra, from the London Philharmonic to New York to Berlin? And how can you use nerves to actually improve your performance?YolanDa also finds out what it’s like recording for film, and how it feels singing in the London Philharmonic Choir. Plus, an insight into the music of Rachmaninoff. With horn player Mark Vines, violinist and leader of the orchestra Pieter Schoeman, London Philharmonic Choir member Caroline Morris, violinist Minn Majoe, trumpeter James Fountain, trombone player Dave Whitehouse, violinist Kate Birchall, double bass player Hugh Kluger, Berlin Philharmonic viola player Matthew Hunter, Associate Principal Horn in the New York Philharmonic Leelanee Sterrett, and double bass player in the London Philharmonic Orchestra Sebastien Pennar.Series 4 will be arriving in March 2022 - see you then!Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

YolanDa Brown takes us through some of the best bits of Series 1. What’s so bad about an emergency sandwich, how many pairs of pants should you pack for a tour, how do you repair cracks on a double bass, and what is a jingling johnny? With cellist Laura Donoghue, horn player John Ryan, timpanist Simon Carrington, tuba player Lee Tsarmaklis, harpist Rachel Masters, trombone player Mark Templeton, violinist Tania Mazzetti, oboe player Alice Munday, double bass player Hugh Kluger, percussionist Henry Baldwin, flute player Sue Thomas, and percussionist Andy Barclay.We’ll be back soon for Series 4! Produced by Tandem Productions for the London Philharmonic Orchestra. #OffstagePodTwitter: @LPOrchestraInstagram: @londonphilharmonicorchestraFacebook: @londonphilharmonicorchestra See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.