{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Sum of All Wisdom","title":"Daria Vasileva: Risk, Transformation & Ecstatic Freedom","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/3aa24aab\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3474,"description":"In this episode of The Sum of All Wisdom, Scott Catey speaks with internationally performing concert pianist Daria Vasileva for a wide-ranging conversation on musical transformation, artistic freedom, and the power of storytelling in performance.From her early training in Russia’s rigorous conservatory system to her artistic awakening in Switzerland, Daria reflects on how different cultural approaches to music shaped her voice as an artist. At the center of the discussion is the music of Alexander Scriabin—its mysticism, emotional intensity, and transformative potential for both performer and audience.They explore what it means to play from memory, why risk is essential to live performance, how to build a concert program as a narrative journey, and how classical musicians can reach new audiences in a digital age.Daria also shares insights from her Feminine Power Project, her work championing overlooked composers, and her upcoming debut album Elements.Some highlights from the conversation:Music as Transformation A formative moment hearing Tchaikovsky shifted Daria from passive talent to intentional artistry Freedom vs. Discipline How do technical precision, individuality, expression, and exploration meet in classical training and performance?Scriabin’s Philosophy of Sound Music as “ecstatic freedom,” the will of power, and spiritual blossoming Memory vs. Safety in Performance Playing from memory creates risk and deepens immersion and intensity Concert Programming as Storytelling Programs should follow emotional logic, not chronology or genre sequence; how can the program help to guide an audience through the performer’s vision?Reaching New Audiences Social media as a powerful tool to bring younger listeners into classical music Expanding the Canon The Feminine Power Project highlights overlooked women composers and forgotten voices Art in Uncertain Times The role of the artist as a source of light, hope, joy Throughout the conversation, Daria situates her artistry...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/bupMxBPDGmQ8eaPU2DIsXErH1j75wzzKdOwEMJJYAwI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85YmJk/YmRiNGM4MGZkZDZh/ZTcxMTAyMGE4M2Nl/ZTFmOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}