Pre-save Inheritance album today! The incredible mezzo/teacher/recording artist Kathryn Leemhuis stops by the pod to share about her and Sam's upcoming album, Inheritance, available on November 13 and featuring premiere mezzo-soprano recordings of music by Juliana Hall, Lori Laitman, Evan Mack, Matthew Recio, David Sisco, Eric Whitacre, and Jason Weisinger. Grab your popcorn, though, because you'll also get to hear Katie and Sam test their knowledge of each other as long-time collaborative partners through Laura's surprise game show for the two. Come for the album reveal and to hear Katie's exciting, optimistic outlook for the future of song, stay for the hilarious game show where Katie and Sam assign musical markings and emojis to each other. What could go wrong? *** Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! *** Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

Evan Mack, the coolest composer in all the land, stops by the pod to discuss his upcoming project with Cincinnati Song Initiative featuring staged performances of his works. He chats with Laura and Sam about his start in composition and how he was drawn to the athleticism of the human voice, creating a lane for artists of all ages and experiences to have creative outlets, and why getting off the couch and connecting with people at live music events really matters. And, check out his nonprofit organization, We Are Instrumental, which provides students with access to musical instruments, fosters educational opportunities, and supports music programs in underserved communities in upstate New York. *** Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! *** Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

We caught the amazing composer Juhi Bansal for a chat! She, Laura, and Sam discuss the wonders of community and friendship that so often permeate artists' lives. From cultural bridges to discussing whether there is a true "American" style in classical music, it's a conversation that'll have anyone thinking deeply. Lock in for a great discussion with this world-class composer! *** Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! *** Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

Fritz Wunderlich's voice captivated audiences for barely a decade before a tragic accident cut his life short at age thirty-five. In this episode, we explore the remarkable (though short) career and enduring legacy of one of the greatest lyric tenors of the twentieth century through performances of Beethoven's Adelaide and Schubert's Der Musensohn with Hubert Giesen at the piano. Follow the Lieder is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about their network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.

The multi-hyphenate singer-composer-pedagogue David Sisco stops by the virtual recording studio to discuss his musical upbringing, how he got his start in composing, and to share the story behind his brand-new album, Infrastructure. After you enjoy our conversation with him, stream Infrastructure on Apple Music or Spotify to hear his brilliant music! *** Have a question you want answered by Laura and Sam on a future episode? Share your thoughts with a voice memo or written note through our new #TeamArtSong Mailbag! Nominate a phenomenal artist in your local community for a shoutout in our Songsters in Your Neighborhood segment! *** Song Cycle is a production of Cincinnati Song Initiative. You can learn more about its network of podcasts at cincinnatisonginitiative.org/podcasts.