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HearTOGETHER Podcast

“Change is uncomfortable…but give me a chance,” with Khadija Mbowe

First aired October 7, 2022

31:17

Season 3 of the HearTOGETHER podcast opens with a passing of the torch as Executive Producer Tori Marchiony interviews incoming host, Khadija Mbowe.

Khadija is a socio-cultural content creator, classically trained soprano, and self-described loving provocateur. In this episode, you’ll hear about Khadija’s cross-continental upbringing, musical evolution, why they made a sharp turn away from the opera world, and much more. 


Chapters

[07:03] Khadija's cross-continental upbringing
[08:48] Khadija's journey into music
[16:57] Facing impossible comparisons
[23:46] Marigold Music Program
[28:13] The messiness of newness


Music from this episode

Owens, A Complaint, performed by Khadija Mbowe
Khadija Mbowe, Deff Bem toup
Brahms, Alto Rhapsody, performed by Jessye Norman with The Philadelphia Orchestra 


The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts’s HearTOGETHER podcast is generously supported by lead corporate sponsor Accordant Advisors. Additional major support has been provided by the Otto Haas Charitable Trust.