Are there many Black classical musicians?
How can classical music be more inclusive?
Do DEI efforts work in classical music?

These are just a few of the juicy questions noted cellist Christian Sands and Michael Jamanis discuss on Music Un-Tuxed, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes into raw, vulnerable conversations with musicians.

Listen in as Christian shares his teaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of making music education inclusive and accessible.

He talks about the value of mentorship, proper technique, and fostering a love for music in students.

Additionally, he reflects on his personal experiences with music performance and education, including the challenges and rewards of teaching music to young students.

The episode also covers lighter topics, such as Christian's fondness for karaoke, walking his dog Spider, and his rejuvenation activities outside of his busy professional life.

The interview concludes with Christian expressing his preference for Gabriel Fauré's Requiem as a piece of music he deeply loves and would choose to listen to in his final moments.

Music Un-Tuxed is here to un-do the conditioning that comes with traditional classical training, promote vulnerability, and REDEFINE musical excellence and community building.

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Christian Sands Bio
Christian Sands is a noted cellist and educator. A graduate of the Detroit high school of the arts and Wayne State University in cello performance, he plays with orchestras, chamber ensembles, jazz combos throughout the Detroit metro area and Canada. He is a teacher in the Sphinx Overture program and on the faculty at the Detroit Waldorf School where he is also the Co-Chair of the Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. He teaches violin, viola, and cello.


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