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June 26, 2024 69 mins

Why instrumental piano is not classical music.

In "Alexandra Stréliski Speaks Volumes," Derrick learns from the pianist and composer what it's like to play a different piano every day on tour, finding inspiration from The Truman Show, Interstellar, and Amelie, plus how it feels to be peers with artists like Taylor Swift, Post Malone, 50 Cent, and Metallica.

Listen to the playlist "Gentle Hammer" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3RJqhPQYIQFGkQfqTomFVX?si=b6d3714e0337451c

Apple: https://music.apple.com/au/playlist/gentle-hammer/pl.u-AkAvzM9talakg

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Speaks Volumes is produced by Julia Wang. Logo and branding by Jonny Sikov.

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