Want To Talk Music?

Welcome to Cadenza Circle, an exclusive online community of artists, scholars, enthusiasts, and thinkers interested in deep exploration of humanity through music.

  • “Social media gives you comments. Cadenza Circle gives you real conversation."

  • "There’s something special about being in a room (even a virtual one) where people light up talking about music the way you do."

  • "For the first time, I don’t feel like I have to hold back my passion for classical music. Everyone here wants to go deep..."

  • "It’s like a 21st-century salon, where musicians, thinkers, and enthusiasts come together to explore, debate, and connect."

What is the circle?

Cadenza Circle is a virtual community where classical music enthusiasts and curious-minded thinkers engage in deep, meaningful discussions. We meet online monthly in small groups (10-15 ppl) for provocative conversations on classical music, history, culture, and philosophy - moving far beyond the surface-level, anonymous, and often meaningless chatter of social media.

  • Guided Discussions & Readings: Each session draws from curated readings and listening materials to explore a fascinating topic, often inspired by historical events, philosophical questions, or cultural intersections.

  • Guest Appearances: Occasionally, we welcome special guests - musicians, scholars, and authors - to spark new insights.

  • A True Dialogue: No lectures, no passive listening - just rich conversation with curious, like-minded individuals.

What Do I Get?

Cadenza Circle operates on a membership basis to support platform operations, event hosting, and fair compensation for guest artists. We also believe that a membership model fosters greater commitment among participants, ensuring engaged, high-quality discussions.

As a member, you’ll gain access to:

  • NINE monthly live 90-minute virtual sessions: Engaging, small-group discussions on carefully selected topics. As a Circle gets filled, we determine a fixed meeting time, which typically occur either in the evening (8:00+ CT) or during a weekday lunchtime.

  • A private forum for continued conversation: Keep the discussion and exploration going between sessions and connect with fellow members.

  • Exclusive resources & reading materials: Thoughtfully curated articles, recordings, and prompts to deepen your understanding.

  • A true intellectual and musical community: No algorithms, no trolls, just real conversation with people who love classical music as much as you do.

Money-Back Guarantee: If you attend the first Circle and don’t believe this program to be a good fit, we will happily refund you.

Example: Holst & Sun Tzu

As an example of one of our Cadenza Circle sessions, we explored diverse perspectives on war and human conflict. Gustav Holst’s Mars, the Bringer of War from The Planets Suite evokes the chaos and brutality of warfare through relentless rhythms, jarring dissonance, and a driving militaristic pulse. In contrast, Sun Tzu’s The Art of War, written over 2,500 years ago, offers a philosophical examination of warfare, emphasizing strategy, preparation, and often the wisdom of avoiding conflict altogether.

By engaging with these two vastly different perspectives - one visceral and immediate, the other reflective and strategic - we dove into the complexities of human conflict. This exploration prompted us to consider how war is experienced, rationalized, and remembered across the spectrum of human experience.

Is this for me?

I launched Cadenza Circle out of a sense of solitude. My passion for classical music - diving deep into its history, debating interpretations, and exploring its meaning - is just as strong as my love for listening and playing. Yet, when I try to have real conversations about it, I am often met with yawns or eye-rolls. "Seriously? Brahms?" (Meanwhile, endless chatter about Patrick Mahomes is totally acceptable…and I say that as a football fan!)

I now realize I’m not alone. If you are one who wants to immerse yourself deeply in dialog through the lens of classical music, you are in the right place. We share ideas, debate various viewpoints, discuss performances, learn from each other, meet new people, and have a lot of fun along the way.

Cadenza Circle is our space.

FAQ

  • Unlike social media threads or passive lectures, Cadenza Circle is built around real conversation. This is a small, engaged community where you’re an active participant, not just a spectator. No trolling, no algorithms - just thoughtful discussion with people who love music as much as you do.

  • Not at all! Cadenza Circle is for anyone who is deeply curious about humanity (and music of course): curious-minded people are as welcome as performers, scholars, historians, and passionate listeners. If you love exploring big ideas and engaging in meaningful conversation, you’ll fit right in.

  • Sure! Reach out and talk with us. We’ll help you find a group and time to sit in on.

  • Yes! Our monthly calls are unique from each other and we can help you find a group to join at anytime. We can help pro-rate the membership cost for you to join as well. Reach out and talk with us!

  • Once a month, small groups meet via live video call for guided but open and unbounded discussion. Any relevant materials, such as pre-readings, recordings, videos, as well as meeting discussion topics will be distributed in advance. Calls will be a mixture of group discussion as well as breakouts, and may also include guest speakers, “games”, or other elements along the way.

  • While participation is encouraged, we understand that life happens! If you miss a session, you can still engage with the community through our private discussion forum and access reading/listening materials.

  • If this isn’t for you, it’s ok. Talk to us and we will help you cancel your membership.

Our Values

I created this space with care and intention because it means a lot to me, and I’m excited to have you here. My goal is to see this community thrive, and I believe that starts with embracing these values:

  • Respect – Every member brings something valuable to the table, and everyone’s voice deserves to be heard and respected.

  • Connection – What sets us apart is our ability to build genuine relationships. This isn’t just a group. It’s a close-knit community where we truly get to know one another.

  • Commitment – Our shared passion drives us to show up and engage. Whether it’s participating in calls or diving into shared content, we understand that this experience is shaped by what we put into it. We’re not spectators - we’re active participants, enriching each other’s experiences along the way.

  • Accessibility – We’re all here for each other. If you ever need support or just want to chat, don’t hesitate to reach out. There are no artificial barriers between us - no “office hours” or formalities, just real conversation and connection.