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Episode 62 features Seattle based violist Vijay Chalasani. In this podcast we discuss: Transition from violin to viola, Vijay's background and favorite foods, similarities between early music and new music, premiering new works, audiences at classical concerts, presentation of classical music to the masses, the diversity problem in classical music, expenses associated with attending masterclasses and festivals, allegations against top musicians, the lack of education in lower income families, affordability of classical music, auditioning for a major orchestra, diverse programming, tennis, baseball, football and much more. To learn more about Vijay Chalasani visit: https://music.washington.edu/people/vijay-chalasani http://americanbach.org/Artists/ChalasaniVijay.htm     © Off The Podium, 2017