Deutsche Grammophon Podcast

Deutsche Grammophon / Universal Music Podcasts / Auf die Ohren GmbH•deutsche-grammophon-podcast.blogs.julephosting.de

Sarah Willis plays the French horn in the Berlin Philharmonic and is also a well-known and popular presenter of TV and online programs about classical music. She is the host of Deutsche Grammophon's international podcast series with the Yellow Label's star studded cast of musicians as her guests. The monthly podcast episodes give an insider's view of the musicians and their most recent DG recordings. Laughs and a few surprises are guaranteed!

Last refreshed: September 29th, 2025 at 5:59 PM ⓘ

Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.

Follow on

Apple Podcasts

Spotify

RSS

Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app

Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

DG Podcast meets Hilary Hahn

DG Podcast meets Hilary Hahn Podcast host and Berlin Philharmonic horn player Sarah Willis admires violinist Hilary Hahn for her fantastic playing and the way she communicates her passion for what she does. In this Deutsche Grammophon podcast episode Hilary explains why her upcoming album is called “Paris”, why she initiated her #100daysofpractice challenge and how to hulahoop while playing the violin. More music by Hilary Hahn can be found with Apple Music under the following link: https://musi...

Feb 25, 2021•28 min•Ep. 10

DG Podcast meets Albrecht Mayer

DG Podcast meets Albrecht Mayer “Keep calm and play the oboe” – having heard the motto of the new Deutsche Grammophon podcast episode, it comes as no surprise that Sarah Willis welcomes her colleague from the Berlin Philharmonic: Albrecht Mayer. He is not only the principal oboe player of one of the best orchestras of the world but also appears as a renowned soloist and conductor, such as on his new “Mozart” album. Sarah and Albrecht have known each other for years so the episode is filled with ...

Jan 28, 2021•32 min•Ep. 9

DG Podcast meets Rolando Villazón

This episode’s guest needs no introduction. Deutsche Grammophon Podcast host Sarah Willis is convinced that one recognizes him by his voice instantly. Sarah is of course referring to Rolando Villazón. The Mexican singer gives surprising insights about his new album “Serenata Latina” for which he joined forces with the French harpist Xavier de Maistre. With a special musical recommendation Sarah and Rolando wish you a merry Christmas. More music by Rolando Villazón can be found with Apple Music u...

Dec 17, 2020•34 min•Ep. 8

DG Podcast meets Avi Avital

How do you become a world-class mandolin player? Avi Avital introduces both the listeners and Deutsche Grammophon podcast host and French horn player Sarah Willis to the world of the mandolin. The Israeli musician presents his recent album “Art of the Mandolin”, offering a guided tour of the instrument’s rich history and a star performer’s personal selection of some of its greatest compositions. The podcast episode ends with a charming duet by Avi and Sarah. More music by Avi Avital can be found...

Nov 26, 2020•49 min•Ep. 7

DG Podcast meets Kian Soltani

DG Podcast meets Kian Soltani Which mentors, idols, visions and goals does a young cellist have? Kian Soltani, a rising star of the cello, is this episode’s guest of the Deutsche Grammophon podcast series hosted by horn player Sarah Willis. They talk about his recent recordings for Deutsche Grammophon with works from Dvořák and Beethoven and how he connects with the audience during these unprecedented times. Tune in and listen to the genuine and joyful chat between the two musicians. More music ...

Oct 29, 2020•39 min•Ep. 6

DG Podcast meets Daniel Hope

Daniel Hope is violinist, artistic director, president of the Beethoven-Haus Bonn, TV and radio presenter, book author and initiator of a live series “Hope@Home” broadcast from his very own living room. To Sarah Willis – Deutsche Grammophon podcast host and horn player of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra – it seems miraculous how Daniel Hope manages all those wonderful projects and still finds the time to sit down for a relaxed podcast episode with her. More music by Daniel Hope can be found wi...

Sep 24, 2020•42 min•Ep. 5

DG Podcast meets Seong-Jin Cho

DG Podcast meets Seong-Jin Cho The 26-year-old pianist Seong-Jin Cho had two dreams: To play with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and to play at Carnegie Hall. Both dreams have already come true. In this episode of the Deutsche Grammophon podcast series hosted by Berlin Philharmonic horn player Sarah Willis you can find out more about the young pianist, his lifestyle and his new album “The Wanderer” with music by Schubert, Liszt and Berg. More music by Seong-Jin Cho can be found with Apple Mus...

Aug 27, 2020•30 min•Ep. 4

DG Podcast meets Lisa Batiashvili

This episode’s guest of the Deutsche Grammophon podcast series is Lisa Batiashvili. She is one of the most renowned violinists in the world and has played many times with host and Berlin Philharmonic french horn player Sarah Willis. They met at the former silent movie theater “Delphi” in Berlin which plays a significant role in Lisa’s new album “City Lights”. More music by Lisa Batiashvili can be found with Apple Music under the following link: https://music.apple.com/us/album/city-lights/150166...

Jun 26, 2020•27 min•Ep. 3

DG Podcast meets Camille Thomas

Sarah Willis welcomes the French cellist Camille Thomas More music by Camille Thomas can be found with Apple Music under the following link: https://music.apple.com/us/album/voice-of-hope/1498217295

May 29, 2020•33 min•Ep. 2

DG Podcast meets Vikingur Olafsson

The new podcast series by Deutsche Grammophon and hosted by Berlin Philharmonic horn player Sarah Willis gets off to a great start with Icelandic rising star of the piano, Víkingur Ólafsson as her first guest.Neither had met before but Sarah had been looking forward to meeting Vikingur ever since she first saw a video of him playing Bach in a fish factory! The episode gives unique insights into Vikingur's new album Rameau/Debussy for DG - and ends with a surprise, tune in! More music by Víkingur...

Mar 31, 2020•30 min•Ep. 1

← Prev

For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android