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Welcome to the Music Currency podcast, hosted by me, Daniel Ikpeama! I talk with other musicians about our musical experiences and how we're making music our own. Thanks for listening!

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    • Sep 30, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 9 EPISODES


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    The Disco Ball of Pedagogy (Hans Sturm & Jackie Allen)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 64:02


    Hans Sturm and Jackie Allen talk about teaching, mentors, and finding new opportunities.Find out more about Hans and Jackie at:hanssturm.comjackieallen.com#todbpro #makemusicyours #bass #FrançoisRabbath

    In the Flow State (Emily Rose & Josh Aguiar)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 60:32


    Emily Rose and Josh Aguiar talk about electric clarinet music, finding and pursuing fulfilment, and focusing on personal growth through mentorship.To find out more about Emily and Josh, check em out here!EmilyInstagram - @magicaaria and @emily_rose_clarinetTwitch - twitch.tv/magicaariaJoshYouTube - @joshaguiarmusic#makemusicyours #todbpro

    Beauty Will Save the World (Paul Barnes)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 46:46


    A phenomenal pianist, professor, and Orthodox chanter, Dr. Paul Barnes joins the podcast to talk about the transcendent power of music and how it has intersected with his loves of tennis, teaching, faith, and more. Be sure to check out this awesome conversation!To find out more about Paul and his music, subscribe to his channel and follow him on Spotify!Web - https://www.paulbarnes.net/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@unlklavierSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kCnsDiTKJdgcugllOjbXN

    Divide & Conquer (Ether Saure & Cornell Leffler of The Downtown Collective Band)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 49:00


    In today's episode, Ether Saure and Cornell Leffler talk about starting The Downtown Collective Band, one of the top wedding & event band based in Lincoln, NE and winner of the Couple's Choice Award for the fourth year in a row on WeddingWire.com. We also get into the importance of musicians developing a strong business mindset and networking skills while also creating immensely fun performance experiences.Check out the Downtown Collective Band on their website and follow them on social media!Instagram - @tdco.entFacebook - downtowncollectivelincolnWebsite - https://www.downtowncollectiveband.com/

    BCI Incorporated Inc. (John Fucinaro & Michael Rogers)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 54:27


    Welcome back after a 2 year hiatus! In today's episode of MCP, my friends John and Michael talk about gigging, mentorship, and passion projects. It's a great episode, so give it a listen and a share!#makemusicyoursNote: We had some issues with our audio recording and ended up having to use the scratch audio we were thankfully able to record. We'll have it all taken care of in the next episode.

    Classical Thursdays (Ian Rutherford)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 76:26


    On this episode, my main man Ian and I chat about the benefits of attending a small school, the need for performance students to learn how to market themselves, and the challenge of providing real world experience to students through the academic system.Be sure to share the podcast too!#makemusicyours

    Oh, you twang... (AJ Valcin)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 75:18


    In this week's episode of the podcast, I talk with my brother AJ about his growth as a musician and how important it is for a musician to continually develop an understanding of who they are and what they need to keep growing.

    Ned Rorem Destroyed Jazz (Andrew Janak, Chris Leach, and Greg Simon)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 69:38


    What is the role of a teacher in higher education? Is it possible to learn both new and old music at the same time effectively? How can we get comfortable with music styles we're not well versed in? Andrew, Chris, Greg, and I discuss these things and more in this week's episode!

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    Leo Season (Connor Husa)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 64:10


    On the first episode of Music Currency I talk with my good friend Connor Husa about how he got into being a musician, the benefits of being a versatile artist, and what it means to be "current" in music academia.

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