Laura LeVoir
Song Cycle Creator & Host
Appears in 20 Episodes
The One with Allen Perriello
Laura talks with arts administrator and collaborative pianist Allen Perriello.
The One with Dr. Amelia Nagoski
In this episode, Laura talks with Dr. Amelia Nagoski, DMA, co-author of the New York Times bestselling book, "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle."
The One with Nicolette Rader
In this episode, Laura talks with singer, arts administrator, and former nurse Nicolette Rader about life transitions and how music can be both the impetus behind and ...
The One with Dr. Susan Youens
Laura talks with world-renowned German song scholar Dr. Susan Youens about what led her to her research, the power of art song to make us pay attention, life's journey...
The One with Dr. Shannon Cochran
In this episode, Laura chats with soprano Dr. Shannon Cochran about the joys of singing during the pandemic, the importance of setting boundaries and self-care, and wh...
The One with Reggie Smith
Laura talks with Reggie Smith, singer and life-advice giver extraordinaire.
The One with Matt Cahill
Laura talks with Matt Cahill about the importance of healing through music and that our artistic journeys should give both those making the art and those consuming the...
The One with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer
Laura talks with Martha Guth and Erika Switzer of Sparks and Wiry Cries about the importance of song as a medium to connect people especially during a time when connec...
The Debrief
In this episode, Laura and Sam recap the first season of Song Cycle and the fifth season of Cincinnati Song Initiative.
The One with Will Liverman
In this episode Laura talks with baritone, a composer, and an arts advocate Will Liverman.
The One with Kathleen Kelly
In this episode, Laura talks with Kathy Kelly, a pianist, coach, conductor, writer, mentor, and arts leader.
The One with Davóne Tines
In this episode, Laura talks with bass-baritone, multi-talented, many-faceted storyteller, communicator, arts leader, and singer Davóne Tines.
The One with Linda McAlister
In this episode, Laura talks with Linda McAlister, the Executive Director of Schmidt Vocal Arts, CSI board member, and arts leader and advocate.
The One with Karen Slack
In this episode, Laura and Sam talk with Karen Slack about... well, everything.
The One with JJ Penna
In this episode, Laura talks with JJ Penna, a phenomenal pianist, coach, and mentor.
The One with Margo Garrett
In this episode, Laura sits down with Margo Garrett, a shining light and pioneer of the collaborative piano world, and all-around wonderful person.
The One About Art Song
Laura sits down (with herself) to talk about art song: a brief history, how it's different from other musical forms, and why it's important especially today.
The One with Eileen Strempel
Laura has a conversation with Dr. Eileen Strempel, the inaugural dean for the Herb Alpert School of Music at UCLA, a prolific singer and performer, a fierce advocate f...
The One With David Paul
Laura sits down with opera director and acting teacher David Paul to talk about the tough questions being asked regarding the performing arts world and our responsibil...
The One with Sam Martin
Laura and Sam sit down (virtually) to talk about CSI, art song, community, and the importance of flossing.