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From Cuba, Dafnis Prieto's revolutionary drumming techniques and compositions have had a powerful impact on the music landscape, nationally and internationally. His various awards and honors include a MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship, a GRAMMY Award for Back to the Sunset (2018), two additional GRAMMY nominations, two Latin GRAMMY nominations (including Best New Artist in 2007), and the Jazz Journalists Association's Up & Coming Musician of the Year in 2006. As a composer, Prieto has created music for dance, film, chamber ensembles, and most notably for his own bands, ranging from duets to big bands. He has received commissions, grants, and fellowships from Chamber Music America, Princeton University, Jazz at Lincoln Center, MoMA, Whitney Museum of American Art, National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures, Jerome Foundation, East Carolina University, Painted Bride Art Center, Meet The Composer, WNYC, New Music USA, Hazard Productions, and Metropole Orkest, among others. Prieto has performed at many national and international music festivals as a bandleader. Since his 1999 arrival in New York, he has also worked in bands led by Michel Camilo, Chucho and Bebo Valdés, Henry Threadgill, Steve Coleman, Eddie Palmieri, Chico and Arturo O'Farrill, Dave Samuels and the Caribbean Jazz Project, Jane Bunnett, D.D. Jackson, Edward Simon, Roy Hargrove, Don Byron, and Andrew Hill, among others. Also a gifted educator, Prieto has conducted numerous master classes, clinics, and workshops around the world. He was on the jazz studies faculty at New York University from 2005 to 2014, and in 2015 joined the faculty of the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. In 2016, Prieto published the groundbreaking analytical and instructional drum book, A World of Rhythmic Possibilities. In 2020, he published Rhythmic Synchronicity, a book for non-drummers inspired by a course of the same name that Prieto developed at the Frost School of Music. In 2025 he released the book "WHAT ARE THE ODDS" the third book in his catalog, and it shows not only his passion for rhythm and drumming but furthermore his commitment to music education at large. This one takes you to a fascinating journey of rhythms and meters. The book features 519 examples, and each of them comes with an audio track and a video clip. He is the founder of the independent music company Dafnison Music, established in 2008. In this episode Dafnis talks about: Building a career on your own terms Teaching at Frost School of Music at Miami University His new book: “What are the Odds” Asking tough questions about tradition as it relates to Latin music Allowing patterns and phrasing to dictate the time feel Valuing the content you play over the ability to play with a click Here's our PatreonHere's our YoutubeHere's our Homepage
A native of South Florida, percussionist Murphy Aucamp studied classical percussion at Dreyfoos School of the Arts in West Palm Beach, while simultaneously studying rumba in the streets of south Florida. He is a graduate of the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, where he studied under Steve Rucker, Dafnis Prieto, and John Yarling. Murphy's performing credits include appearances with Blue Man Group, Gloria Estefan, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Quincy Jones, and Nu Deco Ensemble, He has toured internationally with trumpeter Brian Lynch's “Spheres of Influence” band, and contributed arrangements and percussion on two Grammy-winning albums: “The Omni-American Book Club” – Brian Lynch Big Band, and “American Dreamers” – John Daversa Big Band. He currently resides in New York City, where he performs in the acclaimed off-Broadway show, Blue Man Group. In this episode, Murphy talks about: Growing up in Miami and getting exposed to all kinds of music and instruments at an early age Studying drumset at University of Miami with Dafnis Prieto and Steve Rucker Playing with Blue Man Group, and the ways it allowed for individual personalities to shine A Latin and orchestral approach to drumset - layering parts and timbres rather than hammering backbeats How listening to piano and vocalizing helps him develop drumset vocabulary Translating Afro-Cuban percussion onto drumset Here's our Patreon Here's our Youtube Here's our Homepage
Brian Lynch уже сделал выдающуюся карьеру как двукратный обладатель премии GRAMMY - уважаемый композитор, трубач и профессор музыкальной школы Frost School of Music. Сегодня хочу представить вам его новый альбом с очень интересным названием 7x7by7. Число семь является мистическим, магическим, основным и кардинальным для нашего мира. От семи дней недели до семи ступеней диатонической шкалы, это число всегда присутствует как в жизни, так и в музыке. Сочиненная во время пандемии, музыка на этом альбоме была задумана как септологоия, состоящая из семи пьес, исполняемых семью музыкантами. Каждая пьеса была составлена с общими атрибутами (форма секций, временной промежуток и темповые отношения), которые делают возможным обмен секциями ансамбля и отдельными частями из любой пьесы в любую другую из семи. Каждый трек также имеет точно такую же длину, ровно семь минут. Музыка была записана таким образом, что позволяет бесшовно собирать элементы из каждой и любой композиции на одной временной шкале. Сформированная этими атрибутами и их ограничениями, эта работа имеет потенциал для бесконечных вариаций реализации посредством отбора, сопоставления и даже случайности. В рамках общего проекта некоторые из этих альтернативных реализаций будут публиковаться онлайн в течение всего срока проекта, включая ремиксы приглашенных артистов. Другая цель этого проекта - отработать новый формат импровизированного создания музыки посредством гибридного выступления, призванного вовлечь как музыкантов, так и аудиторию. Взаимодействие между живыми музыкантами и записанным аудио/видео с этих сессий, обрабатываемых оператором (диджеем) в реальном времени, станет отличительной чертой этой презентации. Еще один слой семерок, примененных в этом альбоме, скрывается в названиях. С моего двадцать первого (7x3) по шестьдесят третий (7x9) год, каждый семилетний этап в моей жизни увековечен в названии одного из семи треков. Краткое описание того, что происходило в моей жизни в те года, сопровождает (и частично объясняет) каждое название. Мне было очень весело собирать этот проект, и теперь я с нетерпением жду, что еще я смогу вытащить из этой музыки в студии и на эстраде. Я определенно рад тому, как получились мелодии в оригинальной форме, которую вы слышите здесь. Благодаря мастерству, креативности и усердию в студии шести других музыкантов, как старых друзей, так и новых, мы смогли что-то сказать в музыкальном плане, работая в рамках этого проекта. Музыка на этом альбоме далека от эзотерики. Ее мелодические контуры, гармонические движения и ритмические грувы вполне соответствуют тому, чего могут ожидать слушатели, знакомые с моей музыкой. Если вы новичок в моей музыке, я думаю, этот альбом также станет хорошим знакомством с ней! СЛУШАТЬ АЛЬБОМ - https://album.link/i/1775386833 CARIBBEAN BLUE - https://t.me/discor/6954 Лучший трек альбома в плей-листе JAZZ по-русски 8 на AppleMusic и Spotify Поставь лайк ❤️ и подпишись на канал JAZZ по-русски https://t.me/discor #bop
Today's episode features Brian Powell, double bass faculty at the Frost School of Music, discussing his recently released album, 'Suite Italienne Double Bass and Piano.' This album marks the first full arrangement and recording of Igor Stravinsky's Suite Italienne for double bass and piano, approved by Stravinsky's estate and published by Boosey & Hawkes. It features 8 movements, incorporating elements of Pulcinella, with contributions from artists Oleksii Ivanchenko, Karen Lord-Powell, and Ross Harbaugh. Recorded in 2023 at the University of Miami, the album aims to contribute to the double bass repertoire, highlighting Powell's ongoing efforts to promote new music for the instrument. Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically! Connect with us: all things double bass double bass merch double bass sheet music Thank you to our sponsors! Upton Bass - From Grammy Award winners and Philharmonic players like ME Max Zeugner of the New York Philharmonic, each Upton Bass is crafted with precision in Connecticut, USA, and built to last for generations. Discover your perfect bass with Upton Bass today! Carnegie Mellon University Double Bass Studio is a valued part of an innovative fine arts community in a top research university. Students receive weekly private lessons and solo classes with Micah Howard, and Peter Guild teaches weekly Orchestral Literature and Repertoire. They encourage students to seek lessons and guidance from local bassists. Members of the Symphony, the Opera, and the Ballet provide annual classes and individual attention. Visit Micah's website to sign up for a free online trial lesson here. Double Bassists: Register for the Grunewald International Music Competition, which will take place in the former Mendelssohn family palace in Berlin's Grunewald from December 2nd to 7th. Klaus Trumpf and Miloslav Gadjoš are double bass jury members. theme music by Eric Hochberg
On this episode of the Xian Archive Podcast, Matt is joined by music producer, drummer & DJ Zach Morillo. As the artist ‘ MORiLLO ', Zach has released three albums, three ep's, and a multitude of singles and remixes on established labels such as Gravitas Recordings, Muti Music, High Vibe Records, Tribal Trap, Hybrid Trap, Simplify, and Play Me Records. As he continues to build his project, Zach's music has been celebrated by music lovers and DJ's on stages and at festivals around the world. During the conversation the two discuss Zach's musical path, his experiences with festivals, psychedelics and synchronicity. They also discuss ecstatic dance, musical gear, DAWS and mindset for creating, plus more. At the young age of 7, Zach's journey in music began when he became close friends with his next-door neighbors, the children of the late legendary drummer, Jeff Porcaro. Through spending time at Jeff's house in Orlando, Florida, Zach was exposed to the life of a musician and first sat down behind a set of drums. He quickly discovered his natural talent and passion for music and rhythm. Making music has been his life's focus ever since. Zach attended the Music and Performing Arts magnet program at Dr. Phillips High School where he learned to master rudimentary skills, serving as the captain of the drum-line and studying privately with jazz greats, Danny Gottlieb and Joe Morello. His musical education continued at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music where he was awarded scholarship for a Jazz Drums major in the Studio Music and Jazz Bachelors program. During his time at UM, he quickly became one of the most sought after drummers in school and in the greater Miami and South Florida area. He performed regularly with many of the local hip-hop, reggae, and rock bands while working steadily in the corporate top-40 circuit. With a desire to expand his opportunities across the music world, Zach moved to Los Angeles in 2012. He quickly found work as a touring drummer for internationally acclaimed artists RHYE, Childish Gambino, and Groundation and has traveled the world performing at the biggest and best festivals and venues like Coachella, Red Rocks, and The Hollywood Bowl. In addition, he has been creating and developing his own unique sound and identity through music production and djing. Find Zach Morillo: https://www.morillomusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/morillomusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/6gKen78XIn1mdjEp3Gs84U?si=srOcTfgOQxOCtesBYXHOwg&nd=1&dlsi=47370092123c4018 Find Matt: https://instagram.com/xianarchive https://www.MattXian.com https://youtube.com/@xianarchive
The Valley Jazz Orchestra just released a new album “Vicious Fishes” for the first time in over 50 years. Co-directors of the album Dr. Jeffrey Lovell and Dr. Justin Morell. Their paths first crossed at the University of Oregon where they both earned their doctorate degrees. They're now professors at Lebanon Valley College. Students in the “Big Band” was also apart of the project. For senior Aaron Ruddrow says working with Dr. Lovell and Dr. Morell was an enjoyable experience. “I've had the opportunity, and I'm blessed to have had the opportunity to record a few things of mine, but also a couple of other people's projects in the past. And but nothing quite this scale. And it was really. Yeah, enjoyable experience, especially to be able to collaborate directly with Dr. Morale, being the composer, to kind of just talk to him and be like, okay, what sound do you want from me? Like, what do you want specifically from me as the drummer? And to get like, what are you looking for? And it was kind of it was a neat experience to be able to, to collaborate in that way, just to produce exactly what we were all envisioning for this project, “said Ruddrow. The last Vally Jazz Orchestra last album was released in the 1970's, nearly 60 years ago. According to Dr. Lovell, the band was run by a fraternity in the 70's. He says it was monumental to accomplish the new album. Dr. Morell says he's proud of his students. “We knew that this was a group of students and musicians that should be, you know, captured on recording so that it could be remembered and listened to. But we also we did it with an awareness of a tradition and a history of jazz at this college that, you know, like Jeff was saying, I mean, it goes back, you know, well into the 70s and has been, you know, certainly at many times it's been a hub of jazz and jazz education in this region of a quality that is that's very rare. So, we wanted to make sure that if we were going to do a recording project that it at least, you know, could. Could be, you know, in that lineage and stand up to, you know, the tradition that's been around here for all that time. And I'll tell you also, this is I you know, if we have any control over this is not going to be the last such project that we do. Because, you know, Jeff, he doesn't talk about it that much, but he's an incredible jazz composer, not to mention pianist and just overall musician. And so, my goal is to, you know, get him to do a project of all of his music because the band should be playing that, “said Morell. The album also features grammy aware winning artists. “We've got two Grammy Award winning trumpeters that have agreed to record a couple of solos on the album. The two that we're kind of excited about. We're also guest artists for our concerts the last two years. John Diverse, who is the director of the jazz program at Frost School in Miami for our School of Music and a close friend of Justin's. And also a mutual friend of ours, Josh Deutsch, who's a New York based trumpet player, musician, fantastic musician who came to played with the band and with the faculty last spring. He recorded a couple of tracks solos on a couple of tracks for the album. And then Tom Stroman, our own legend in the music department, recorded a solo on one of the tracks. So, we are we wanted to kind of make a big splash and a big deal about this. It it's we see it as also an opportunity for recruitment. To get the word out about the program, having some tangible artifact of what our students have accomplished and what can be accomplished moving forward, “said Lovell. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are times when you get a sense that you're talking with an old friend that you've actually never met. There are shared times and memories that travelled on parallel lines but somehow never managed to intersect. That's the best way that I can describe the conversation I had with Shelly Berg. From places lived and mutual friends, to times spent working with Jazz Aspen Snowmass in Colorado, our off-mic discussion created “allegría,” the Spanish word for joy, which is not only the name of his new album, but the foundation of his perspective on life. Shelly feels that the more an audience feels included in the music, the better time everybody has, the more opportunity there is for the music to reach - and move - them. That's the foundation of ‘Allegría,' a collaborative album of Berg originals, plus fresh takes on classics from Leonard Bernstein and The Beatles, performed with longtime friends, bassist Carlitos Del Puerto, drummer Dafnis Prieto and special guest, Melvin Butler. Shelly draws inspiration not only from his experiences as a leader in higher education as dean of the University of Miami's Frost School of Music since 2007 - and before that as a professor at USC's Thornton School for 16 years - but also as a collaborator with jazz legendary international artists, including Gloria Estefan, Arturo Sandoval, Steve Miller, and Pharrell Williams, among others. All of that rich backstory is brought into ‘Allegría,' creating an understanding of joy, and all its co-existing chambers — sorrow, longing, faith, peace, reflection. Shelly describes it as, “A big narrative made up of smaller ones,” that allows listeners to feel “connected to the music and the arc of the album.” That's where our joyful conversation begins.
Connor Rohrer, a jazz pianist in his final year at the Frost School of Music, has experienced a remarkable journey. He recently reached the finals of the prestigious 2023 Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition, a highly competitive event. Additionally, he's currently touring with Samara Joy, a triple Grammy winner and acclaimed young jazz vocalist. Their sold-out concert at The Moss Center in South Miami-Dade features Rohrer, alongside fellow Frost master's student David Mason on saxophone, and alum Jason Charos on trumpet. Raised in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, Rohrer attributes much of his success to Frost, where he's pursuing a Master's Degree in Music Theory and Composition. Associate professor Martin Bejerano, Rohrer's mentor, praises his exceptional talent and humble nature. Bejerano emphasizes Rohrer's growth as a musician and his dedication to serving the music. Rohrer acknowledges Bejerano's significant influence on his artistic development and credits Frost for providing numerous performance opportunities and valuable connections. His talent for composition was recognized with a 2022 Downbeat Student Jazz award. Despite initial reluctance, Rohrer's participation in the Herbie Hancock competition and collaboration with Samara Joy were pivotal. Frost connections facilitated his involvement with Joy's band, highlighting the importance of networks in the music industry. Reflecting on his experiences, Rohrer expresses admiration for Joy's inclusive approach to music-making. Their collaboration emphasizes teamwork and creativity, fostering a supportive environment among group members. As Rohrer prepares to graduate, his journey at Frost has been marked by achievement, mentorship, and collaboration, setting a strong foundation for his future endeavors in the world of jazz music.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
My coach from 1988-1990 was Trudy Kane. Ms Kane was Principal Flute with the Metropolitan Opera 1976-2008 and is Professor Emeritus at the Frost School of Music, University of Miami. She received both her BM and MM from the Juilliard School. She is active in the commercial recording field and can be heard on the soundtracks of many film scores including The Untouchables and Beauty and the Beast (original). She can be heard and seen on many Met videos including Il Trittico, Manon Lescaut, Peter Grimes and three different La Bohemes. Her solo CD In the French Style includes Sonatas by Franck, Fauré and the Gieseking Sonatine.
One of the most intriguing albums we've recently encountered is also the subject of our conversation with one of our most intriguing guests. Javier Nero has many titles: trombonist, composer, arranger, educator; Doctor of Musical Arts with a cognate (minor) in classical trombone performance at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, and. along the way, he's also a Staff Sergeant in the US Army with the Army Band's premier musical unit: “The Pershing's Own” and as part of the pop element with the US Army Blues, a big band comprised of some of the nations most talented musicians. His musical career has been shaped by such jazz luminaries as Carl Allen, Steve Turre, John Daversa, Shelly Berg and Brian Lynch. Javier has two album releases as a leader to his credit, the 2020 recording “Freedom”, and his recently released second album on the Outside In Music label called “Kemet:the Black Land” which is a tribute to this ancient Egyptian, highly-advanced Black civilization. It's a backstory as fascinating and diverse as the man himself.
Meet Martin Bejerano! Martin is an amazing pianist, composer and educator. He spent 20 years playing with the great Roy Haynes Trio. This band was nominated for a Grammy Award for the the recording, Fountain of Youth. He also played in Russell Malone's group for eight years. Along with these luminaries, Martin has played with a whole roster of Jazz greats. An award winning composer as well, Martin is a two-time winner of the prestigious "New Jazz Works" composition and ensemble development grant by Chamber Music America in 2010 and 2017, as well as the “Bacardi Choice” commission by the Dranoff International 2 Piano Foundation and Bacardi, Int. in 2013. Along with these accomplishments, Martin serves as head of the Jazz Piano department at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. He's featured on several recent recordings as well. You can read more about Martin at his website: Martin Bejerano. It turns out that we have some friends in common, not unusual in the Jazz world. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Martin Bejerano!I am available for online or in person study. Reach out to me at: keith@keithdavismusic.com Keith Davis Music
If you're enjoying the content, please like, subscribe, and comment! Please consider supporting the show! https://anchor.fm/worldxppodcast/support Paul Deemer is a first call musician in Austin, Texas and plays trombone, trumpet, drums, keyboard. He has toured with The Polyphonic Spree, Calexico, Kenny Wayne shepherd, Progger (an offshoot of Snarky Puppy), Brownout, Grupo Fantasma, and Summit Recording artists, Jazzbonez. Paul and his horn section joined Austin's own Gary Clark Jr. at the 2019 Austin City Limits festival and at Stubb's Amphitheater, Maggie rose, Aaron Frazer, and Jon Batiste at the 2021 Austin City Limits festival and Adrian Quesada's Jaguar sounds at ACL 2022. A professor, clinician, and lecturer of Jazz Trombone at The University of Texas at Austin, Paul holds a Master's degree in Studio Music and Jazz from the Frost School of Music in Miami, Florida. Paul Deemer has toured extensively, domestically and internationally, and has recorded on numerous studio albums. He can be seen performing in the Austin area with his band Dreemr, Hard Proof Afrobeat, the Kill Tony band, the NOW jazz orchestra and the Paul Deemer Quintet. Find Paul here - Instagram: @paulmdeemer Website: http://pauldeemer.com/ YouTube: @PaulDeemer ______________________ Follow us! @worldxppodcast Instagram - https://bit.ly/3eoBwyr @worldxppodcast Twitter - https://bit.ly/2Oa7Bzm Spotify - http://spoti.fi/3sZAUTG Apple Podcasts - http://apple.co/30uGTny Google Podcasts - http://bit.ly/3v8CF2U Anchor - http://bit.ly/3qGeaH7 YouTube - http://bit.ly/3rxDvUL #trumpet #trombone #drums #piano #professionalmusician #musician #performance #music #musicalperformance #jazz #podcastshow #longformpodcast #longformpodcast #podcasts #podcaster #newpodcast #podcastshow #podcasting #newshow #worldxppodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldxppodcast/support
As a drummer, Mark Poiesz has performed in front of millions of people on five continents with artists including Tyler Farr, Lindsay Ell, Mitchell Tenpenny, Chuck Wicks, Jon Secada, Lita Ford and Ghost of Gloria. As an alumnus of the University of Miami's prestigious Frost School of Music with a Bachelor of Music degree in Studio Music and Jazz, Mark's career has spanned nearly every conceivable genre of music as he brings his signature energy to each moment. His current role as drummer, bandleader and programmer with multi-platinum country music artist Tyler Farr has involved nearly a decade of touring, major network television appearances and the Super Bowl LI pre-game show. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach, Mark holds the gold standard credential for coaching. He has built real-world experience not just with individuals in the entertainment industry, but also with leaders and high performers at companies such as AT&T, IBM, Boeing, Capital One, Warner Bros. Discovery, HelloFresh, The US Department of Defense and more. In this episode, Mark talks about: Getting out of his comfort zone The power of curiosity His online program: The Big 3: Steps to the Big Stage When you say no to something, you are saying yes to something else. Having a clear objective when practicing
The story of music in the Soviet Union isn't just about Shostakovich and Stalin -- sometimes, it's not about composers at all. Gabrielle Cornish writes about a different kind of socialist sound: noise abatement policy, pop music, and even an aborted plan to put a synthesizer in every Soviet home. A conversation about socialist noise, studying abroad in Siberia, what the war in Ukraine has meant for research, and more.Gabrielle Cornish is Assistant Professor of Musicology at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, and soon to be Assistant Professor of Musicology at the University of Wisconsin.Show notes and more over at soundexpertise.org!Questions? Thoughts? Share them with Will on Twitter @seatedovation or email our new inbox, soundexpertise00@gmail.com
This episode was shot live on the Idyllwild Arts Campus, with students from the Jazz In The Pines Student Clinic in the audience to support one of their instructors in the program, John Daversa, Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. John is an internationally respected performer, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, educator, and recording artist. In 2019, John won three Grammys for American Dreamers: Voices of Hope, Music of Freedom including Best Large Jazz Ensemble, Best Instrumental Arrangement & Best Improvised Jazz Solo. Dr. Daversa's celebrated career has included appearances on “The Today Show,” “Late Night with David Letterman,” “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” as well as such musical gatherings as the Montreal Jazz Festival, and the Playboy Jazz Festival. He has recorded with such notable and distinguished artists as Herbie Hancock, Fiona Apple, Sheryl Crow and The Yellowjackets.Subscribe at idyllwildarts.org/theseriesOne World. One Idyllwild. The Series. brings together thought leaders, creatives, influencers and changemakers, highlighting the work of citizen artists whose careers and lives have been shaped by the transformative power of art.Executive Producer & Host: Idyllwild Arts Foundation President, Pamela JordanPlease consider making a gift: https://idyllwildarts.org/giving/
Abraham Josue Bonilla, a Latin-American cellist, has appeared in recitals and concerts throughout the US, Latin America, Europe, and South America. A recent graduate of the Eastman School of Music and a recipient of an Artist's Diploma from the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, Abraham has led sections and soloed under the batons of Michael Tilson Thomas, Gerard Schwarz, Keith Lockhart, David Zinmann, Joshua Gershen, Keith Lockhart, and others. He has collaborated with artists such as Joshua Bell, Yo-Yo Ma, Sarah Chang, and Noah Bendix-Balgley. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carlpaoli/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carlpaoli/support
Our guest today, Music Professor K. Pádraig O'Kane is a guitar educator with 35 years of experience teaching in a variety of institutions including high schools and universities. Pádraig is a guitar teacher who has devoted his life to sharing his love of music with others, and now he gets to share the incredible journey he's been on as a music professor. Listen in as he tells us about how he quit music and why he came back to it. He also shares some pros and cons on being a music professor in the university system, some tips on how to persevere and endure as a music professor in a university, as well as some other stories from his career that you may have not heard before! Pádraig shared a brief overview of his journey as a guitar player and guitar teacher. Why he quit guitar and the decision to come back to music. He tells us how he battled an illness and how this affected him as a guitar teacher. The story behind how he became a guitar teacher. Some of his experiences and insights on being a music professor in the college system. The downside of being a music professor in a university. Pádraig shared some tips on how to persevere and endure as a music professor in a university. Submit your guitar teaching tip for Episode 50 here and get featured on the podcast. Guest Links Mentioned Streetwise Guitar YouTube Channel Streetwise Guitar Instagram Guitar Teaching Resources Mentioned Free Guitar E-book Resources Today's Guest Professor K. Pádraig O'Kane is a guitar educator with 35 years of experience teaching in a variety of institutions including High schools and Universities. He taught at the world renown Frost School of Music in the studio music and jazz performance program for 17 years and continues to teach at Miami International University. Aside from teaching in universities, Professor O'Kane is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and internationally recognized uilleann pipes reed maker. He has taught reed making in Ireland, New York, and California. Professor O'Kane continues to widen his horizons with his YouTube channel, “Streetwise Guitar” where he tackles a variety of interesting topics. Click here to find out more about TopMusicGuitar Membership Thank you for tuning in! Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it's inspired you. If you enjoyed today's show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show. Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Fridays weekly.
"It's not about only 'what do you hear,' it's about how you hear. What is the color of the sound you hear? What do you hear in the vocal mechanism? What are some of the things that they are doing that maybe are reflected in my conducting? Is my conducting reflective of the music? Is my conducting causing the issues?"Jo-Michael Scheibe, a Southern California native, has spent years cultivating his passion for choral music and higher education. Mike, currently retired, recently chaired the Thornton School of Music's Department of Choral and Sacred Music at the University of Southern California, where he conducted the USC Chamber Singers, taught choral conducting and choral methods, and supervised the graduate and undergraduate choral program. Before his time at USC, he spent fifteen years in Miami directing Choral Studies at University of Miami's Frost School of Music.Dr. Scheibe has prepared many choruses at USC and around the world. These include works with Sir Colin Davis and the London Symphony Orchestra, Helmuth Rilling, Michael Tilson Thomas and the New World Symphony, Franz Welser-Möst and the Cleveland Orchestra, and the Formosa Singers in Taiwan. Under his leadership, ensembles have performed at National ACDA Conventions and National Conventions of the Music Educators National Conference. Walton, Albany, Colla Voce Music, and Naxos publish recordings of Scheibe's ensembles.Dr. Scheibe received his B.A. and M.M. degrees from California State University at Long Beach and D.M.A. from USC.A champion of contemporary music, Scheibe regularly commissions and performs new works of choral literature. He has helped to launch careers of promising young composers and to promote music by international composers largely unknown in the United States. Music publishers Walton, Colla Voce Music and Santa Barbara distribute the Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series internationally. Composers in his series include Eric Whitacre, Susan LaBarr, Stacey V. Gibbs, David Dickau, and many others.To get in touch with Mike, you can find him on Facebook (@drjomichaelscheibe) or send him an email at jscheibe@usc.edu.Choir Fam wants to hear from you! Check out the Minisode Intro episode from September 16, 2022, to hear how to share your story with us. Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson from Pexels
Episode Summary: Welcome to this episode of the hustle inspires hustle podcast! Today we have a special treat for you: Alex interviews Stephanie Hernandez and Viviana Venero, both of whom spearhead marketing and communications at Frost School of Music. Stephanie is the Director, Marketing & Communications and Viviana is a communications specialist. In this episode, we discuss how they met, their journey so far and their take on the music industry.Wisdom Nuggets: Music has both a creative side and a business side: Most people think running a successful music career is all about creativity and great sound. But Stephanie and Viviana explain that there's also the business side of things. If you aren't as talented with singing and vocals, you can explore other avenues, such as marketing and public relations, to help you grow your career.Constantly Learn New Things: Stephanie and Viviana both agree that it's important to keep up with the trends in the music industry so that you can stay ahead of the competition. By learning new things and experimenting with the latest trends, you can create music and systems that stand out from the rest.Find Balance: Being in an industry that is as demanding as music can be a struggle. Stephanie urges individuals to find balance in order for them to reach their full potential. They suggest taking time off to relax and reset so that you can come back feeling refreshed and ready to start again.Podcast Outline: Alex: (00:39) What's up, everybody? This is Alex Quinn, and you're listening to the Hustle Inspires Hustle podcast. We're in Miami today with Stephanie and Viviana from Frost School of Music.Alex: (00:58) I appreciate both of you being here. It's, it's, you know, it's, it's an honor. Stephanie: (01:01) Yeah. It was meant to happen, right? Alex: (01:19) You guys have great chemistry, though. Like it's really, it's super cool. Alex: (01:29) How long have you both known each other? Alex: (01:32) Two years now already. Alex: (01:36) So let, let's dive right in on, like, what you guys are, what you guys are doing now. Cause that's kind of like the purpose of why we wanted to sit here and, you know, talk about what's going on. You guys are working at the Frost School of Music right now? Stephanie: (01:46) So we're at the Frost School of Music. It's a renowned music school. It's one of the best in the country. Stephanie: (02:56) Vivianna does social media, so I think she could talk about what it's like to be on both ends of putting content out there for Yeah. An established artist versus an up-and-coming.Stephanie: (04:09) I went to school cause I wanted to work in the music business even though I fell in love with music, through singing, through song lyrics.Viviana: (04:34) I feel like a singer. Okay. Yeah. Um, but actually, I'm not a musician. I, I'm not musically inclined. I don't think so. I used to sing opera when I was little, but sure, I think my love for music actually started in my upbringing in my childhood. I was born in Puerto Rico, so a lot of music, a lot of cultures, and a lot of stuff going on there.Alex: (05:53) There are so many things to do within music, right? Some people maybe aren't ready to be an artist right away. Learning the business side is the most important side part outside of the talent, right?Alex: (06:34) When I first came into, like, music marketing and I started to learn about it and still learning about it, I was like, oh my God, this is crazy. There are so many layers; there are so many levels to how people get paid and how things work out that people don't really fully understand how that fully works. Alex: (10:00) Everybody loves music. Right. But back in that time, I guess before the internet and, you know, before the resources we have now, I guess it wasn't that easy to say, okay, I'm gonna work in the, in the music industry.Alex: (11:40) Now we have a lot of, a lot more things that are going on. Like, before the podcast started, the three of us were briefly talking about chat GPT, which is like a really hot topic right now. Artificial intelligence, you, it's pretty much a chat box. You tell the chat box what you want to write for you. It could code a website for you. It could write a poem for you. It could write the opening scene to a movie for you. Viviana: (14:39) I don't remember if it was in 2019, but I thought it was really interesting to see how this person, it's, it, I don't, she doesn't exist, but they give her life. She's an AI character. And you would look her up on Instagram. She has tons of followers.Stephanie: (19:52) That's like the power of music when you're like, it just brings you, pulls you in. Like I've cried at multiple concerts. That's totally normal.Alex: (20:38) How, like what is, what is your most proud moment in music so far? You've done a lot of cool stuff. We'll go one by one, so we could kind of, like, so think about it again. You can go first. Yeah. Stephanie: (21:06) So I think this year I had various moments where I was able to do that. A lot of it was because I was in a workplace that really allowed and encouraged me to do that.Stephanie: (21:57) At the end of the day, for me, everything that I'm doing is about the next generation. Alex: (23:35) Not every kid has the privilege of support from their family, friends, and people around them. And financially either financially, and, I mean, we live in Miami, it's a beautiful city, city, but there's a lot of rough areas in Miami.Viviana: (27:13) I really wanna touch upon what you said, Stephanie. Cuz Okay. So I am used to being like on the BTS side, like I'm very shy, and I'm very introverted. So once I decided that I was going to pursue music, I didn't know who to look up to.Alex: (29:26) Thank you for joining me on this episode of the Hustle Inspires Hustle podcast. I'd appreciate it if you could share, leave of review, and subscribe to the show. Power Quotes: Alex: (06:16) "It is very important that you approach both aspects of it [Music], of understanding the creative side of music and why it's important. And also understanding the business side."Alex: (24:09) “Do whatever it is that you want to do, it's possible”Alex: (26:34) “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard.”Stephanie: (26:58) “This year has been about giving back for me, and I've been blessed and fortunate enough to do that.”Viviana: (29:16) “You just have to go out there, and it sounds really cliche and, and literally just, just do it yourself.” Resources Mentioned: Stephanie's LinkedinViviana's InstagramHustle Inspires Hustle PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's episode, Scott interviews Dr. Javier Nero, the Lead Trombonist with The U.S. Army Blues in Washington, D.C, an Arranger, Composer and Educator. He earned his Bachelor of Music degree from the Juilliard School, a Master of Music degree from the University of Miami, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. His list of accomplishments include three albums of original compositions and arrangements, leader of his jazz septet and jazz orchestra, and a new upcoming album, “ Kemet The Black Land”, set to be released in the near future. My guest is also a member of the jazz faculty at the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, in Baltimore, Maryland. This diverse musician, arranger, composer, and educator, certainly GOT CHOPS! Follow Javier on Website: www.javiernero.com Instagram: @drjaviernero YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkb5qZjPDZdI11VEFMztGg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/javier.nero Follow Got Chops on Instagram: @gotchopspodcast Listen to Got Chops Podcast on - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754 - Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM Follow Scott on Instagram: @scottgrimaldimusic Twitter: @GrimaldiMusic Website: www.grimaldimusic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gotchops/message
Conversamos con Stephanie Hernández, Directora de Marketing y Comunicaciones de la Frost School of Music, nombrada por Billboard como una de las mejores escuelas de música de Estados Unidos y quien a lo largo su carrera ha empoderado a otras mujeres, sirviendo como mentora de aquellas que desean perseguir una carrera en la industria musical. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musica-con-m-de-mujer/support
Ryan Gregg:Heavily inspired by American roots music, but comfortable in any genre, Ryan Gregg's prolific career as a piano-player, singer, songwriter, arranger, producer and composer has taken him from playing amphitheaters to directing musical theater productions.A graduate of University of Miami's Frost School of Music, his work is the culmination of years spent honing his craft surrounded by creatives who run the artistic gamut.Ryan currently resides not far outside of New York City in Red Bank NJ, and serves as ringleader for his original rhythm and roots outfit, The Shady Street Show Band, as well as continuing to collaborate on a multitude of different projects.Support the show
"We all get this exposure to popular music as young children, and when we get to the academy, we're quickly taught that popular music is less worthy, less valuable. The idea that started to settle with me is that we don't tear down the choir model that we have, but we start to add to it and allow different avenues."Matthew Bumbach (he/him) is known for heartfelt choral programming that engages singers and audiences alike. He uses choral performance to develop the whole person and equips students with the tools to think deeply, create imaginatively, and lead transparently. For this purpose, he focuses not only on quality performance that is culturally informed and carefully polished, but an ethical path to excellence. Dr. Bumbach works to create an inclusive environment that focuses on equity and justice so that all students receive an equitable experience.With a research interest that focuses on the confluence of classical choral music and popular musical styles Dr. Bumbach frequently writes, presents, and lectures on bluegrass style, fusion choral works, technology integration in choral performance, and storytelling in virtual choir videos. He has published articles in ACDA's The Choral Journal, NCCO's Choral Scholar, Chorus America's Research Memorandum Series, SDMEA's South Dakota Musician, and FMEA's Florida Music Director. His choral compositions have been performed by the Virginia Chorale, Florida Singing Sons Boychoir, the Orlando Chorale, Fredonia State University Chamber Singers, College of Central Florida, University of Miami, and several middle and high school choirs. His published choral music is carried by Hal Leonard and his independent publications can be found at sheetmusicplus.com.Dr. Bumbach has taught middle school, high school, community college, and university choirs in Florida and South Dakota. He earned his Bachelor of Music Education degree from Stetson University, his Master of Music degree in choral conducting from the University of South Florida, and his Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. Dr. Bumbach lives in Clarksville, AR, with his wife and twin daughters. To get in touch with Matthew, you can email him at mbumbach@ozarks.edu or find him on Facebook (@mbbumbach) or Instagram (@drbumbach) .Email choirfampodcast@gmail.com to contact our hosts.Podcast music from Podcast.coPhoto in episode artwork by Trace Hudson from Pexels
Today on conduct(her) Kyra and McKenna interview Dr. Amanda Quist, the Director of Choral Activities at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. She directs the graduate program in Choral Conducting and conducts the award-winning Frost Chorale and Bella Voce. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conducther/support
In this episode, we are speaking with Sawyer Garrity and Vallye Adams, both from southern Florida. Sawyer shares with us how the song Shine was created and the impact of this around the world. She also tells us more about the non-profit organization, ShineMSD, that she co-founded. Vallye tells us more about the mission and impact of ShineMSD along with more about the Instrument of Hope. Here is a little more about Sawyer: Sawyer Garrity is one of the co-writers of Shine and co-founders of ShineMSD. She is a senior at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music studying music therapy. Sawyer found her voice with music at a young age and has been deeply connected to it ever since. She uses music to help cope with her problems in the world; it is her outlet when she needs to express anything at all. While writing Shine with her close friend, Andrea Pena, Sawyer realized the full power that music has on people, and it's healing properties. She hopes that with the ShineMSD Foundation, people from her community can find ways to express themselves through art and start the healing process. She truly believes that art has the power to transform us all. She wants everyone to remember to be kind to everyone they meet and treat others with love. Here is a little more about Vallye: Vallye Adams is the founder and CEO of Etavele Solutions, LLC, a national consulting firm based in Tampa Florida. Unique like her name, Etavele offers solutions to ‘elevate' and enhance events, engage boards, specializing in proven sustainable revenue development in the not-for-profit sector. Growing up and a native to the Ft. Lauderdale FL area, Vallye is proud to represent SHINE MSD as their acting Executive Director and Non Profit Consultant. After attending the University of South Florida, Vallye's professional experience spans over twenty years, including multifamily property management, real estate sales, and over twelve years in executive non-profit management, fundraising, event development, expansion strategies and new market growth. A #1 International Best Selling Author of, “YES I CAN!” 16 Success Secrets from Inspiring Women around the world, and collaborator of #1 Amazon National Best seller, “The Impact of Influence”, Vallye is honored to share her success secrets and energy. Vallye lives in Tampa with her husband of 24 years and three children. To learn more about ShineMSD please visit: https://shinemsd.org/ To listen to the song, Shine, please visit: https://open.spotify.com/track/2T3uaiOXltqaOthhAPzzzA?si=974f55e7a8c14a1a “For more information about resources from today's show, please visit: beyondthestudio.ca “
Vinson “Wordsworth” Johnson, is an author, musician, and graduate of the University of Miami's, Frost School of Music, with a Masters of Music Business, a graduate of Grand Canyon University, with a Masters of Secondary Education, and also a graduate of S.U.N.Y Old Westbury, with a Bachelors of Language Arts. In 2016, he was honored as one of the Top 50 graduates of S.U.N.Y Old Westbury, where he utilized his unique skills to write his collegiate assignments in rhyme, in multiple subjects. In 2020, his book “What Words Are Worth Volume 1: New Beginning” landed at #9 on Amazon's Top 10 new releases in poetry. He is also known as a Co-creator of MTV's The Lyricist Lounge Show. His music has appeared in shows such as: Power, Criminal Minds, NCIS, and in films, Hurricane Season and Saint Judy. Wordsworth's musical contributions expand to animation soundtracks, including Spongebob Squarepants Movie, Dexter's Laboratory: Hip-Hop experiment, and he currently appears as himself on Netflix's Peabody and Sherman, Season 1, episode 2. Since his graduation from Frost School of Music in 2016, he has excelled as a teacher and developed a music course curriculum unlike any in the country. The music course captured the attention of Fox 4 News (Link below). Wordsworth was invited as a guest speaker at New York's Baruch College to speak during one of their music business courses and presenter at SXSW EDU conference and Harvard''s Hip Hop Ex Lab conference. He plans to turn his course curriculum into a national program. Currently, he's working on several upcoming music and book releases. Wordsworth is always involved in evolving. Connect with WordsworthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WordsworthfanpageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/WordsworthBklynTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/wordsworth_emcPurchase Book: “What Words Are Worth Volume 1: New Beginning” on Amazonhttps://a.co/d/aWQpIX2Sign up for the Real Estate Wholesaling Mastermind Course with Chris Jefferson: https://www.startflippingdeals.com/webreg?via=kerwynStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1847701Purchase Malik's First Job: Financial Principles for Teens:www.maliksfirstjob.com Follow Malik's First Job on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maliksfirstjobInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maliksfirstjobTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/maliksfirstjob
Hello and welcome back to the TAMS Percussion Podcast. After some time off to finish up a busy semester, we are back with some fantastic guests! In this episode, we are joined with two of the cohosts of the @Percussion Podcast, Dr. Karlyn Viña, and Dr. Ksenija Komljenović. We take time to discuss the perspective of female percussionists in the industry and talk about the experiences of these educators and how the modern percussion studio must be accepting of everyone. We are thankful for Karlyn and Ksenija sitting down at talking to us about these important issues in the community and we at TAMS hope that this may help you become a more informed ally! Praised by the South Florida Classical Review for her "dazzling" and "incisive" performance, Dr. Karlyn Viña is a dynamic and creative percussionist based in Virginia. Dr. Viña is the newly appointed Assistant Professor of Percussion at Shenandoah Conservatory in Winchester, VA, and previously taught at Florida International University and New World School of the Arts in Miami, FL. During the summers, Karlyn serves as a percussion faculty member at Interlochen Arts Camp in Interlochen, MI. Karlyn maintains a busy schedule as an orchestral, chamber, and solo percussionist, and has a particular interest in works that incorporate theatrical elements. In addition to her teaching and performing, Karlyn can be heard as a co-host on the @Percussion Podcast and is proud to serve on the Percussive Arts Society's Education Committee. Karlyn earned her Doctorate of Musical Arts in Percussion Performance from the University of Miami as a fellow of the Henry Mancini Institute. Her dissertation focuses on the performance of works for theatrical percussion by Globokar, Kagel, and Smith. She also holds degrees in Percussion Performance and Music Education from The Boston Conservatory and the University of Maryland. Karlyn is proud to endorse Grover Pro Percussion, Marimba One, and Zildjian cymbals. Dr. Ksenija Komljenović (Belgrade, Serbia), a prizewinner of the International Percussion Competition Luxembourg, is a percussionist, educator, and composer. Throughout her career, she has performed, taught, and studied across Europe, the United States, and Asia. Ksenija is the first woman from Serbia with a Doctor of Musical Arts in Percussion Degree. She holds the Assistant Professor of Percussion position at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Ksenija serves as a producer and host on the At Percussion Podcast. She is on the organizational committees of the Tierras South Texas Percussion Competition and the SoundWaves Festival. Ksenija's devotion to percussion is shaped by her advocacy for contemporary and chamber music, as well as intercultural collaboration. Her three chamber ensembles (PNEUMA, Vesna Piano/Percussion Duo, Balkan Percussion Duo) unite some of the finest young performers from across the world. Ksenija holds degrees from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, Illinois State University, and the Faculty of Music in Belgrade, Serbia. Her compositions and arrangements are published by Bachovich Music Publications. Ksenija is a Marimba One artist. For the full bios of these fantastic artists, you can find them on their websites: https://www.ksenijakomljenovic.com/ http://www.karlynvina.com/
Ana Flavia Zuim is a multi-award winning musical director and conductor, musician and associate director of vocal performance at NYU. Her credits include the likes of associate conductor and vocal coach for Billy Elliot tours in the USA and the rehearsal pianist for Hamilton on Broadway. Anna joins Alexa this week on Singing Teachers Talk to discuss her work as a researcher in the field of forensic voice analysis. KEY TAKEAWAYS Anna's published paper on the voice started because she noticed there's not a lot of research on contemporary styles of vocalism that gives an indication of how much is too much. The original intent was to have both the measurements for an opera and a contemporary show and compare the two. About 3 or 4 years ago Anna visited colleagues at Harvard and discussed the KayPENTAX APM 3200, a pretty rare device that they don't make anymore. They decided to let her borrow it to collect data for her study. With this device they decided to measure the effect on three male identifying voices and three female identifying, this was made up of a major role, minor role, and ensemble for each. They measured separate phases of the show from learning lines to the show day. From the study Anna and the team found that the distance dose, how many cycles the vocal folds go through but converted to distance, was different between males and females. Female identifying singers sang approximately 3.23 miles per day and the male identifying singers about 2.34 miles. Anna believes we need to change the stigma around vocal injuries, singers feel like they need to push through and are reluctant to get help because of the culture in the theatre. Shows have physical therapists of masseuse for physical injuries, but don't have a vocal specialist. BEST MOMENTS ‘It was fascinating because it gave us an idea on the demands on the voice of preparing for a show' ‘I don't know if educating will change critics' ‘The stimaga about voice and voice injury is real' EPISODE RESOURCES BAST Training Guest Website: www.anaflaviazuim.com Social Media: @anaflaviazuim Relevant Links & Mentions: Journal of Voice: www.jvoice.org Vocal Dose and Vocal Demands in Contemporary Musical Theatre by Ana Flavia Zuim, Celia F Stewart & Ingo R Titze: https://www.jvoice.org/article/S0892-1997(21)00278-2/ppt Studied Productions: The Magic Flute by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart & Wonderland by Frank Wildhorn & Jack Murphy Maurice E Goodwin SLP Vocal Health Education Example: Astonishing from Little Women by Sutton Foster Ben Platt and Dear Evan Hansen Matt Edwards and the Asbury Park Press (Jon Bon Jovi vocal issues: What is going on and how can it be fixed?): https://eu.app.com/story/entertainment/music/2022/05/09/jon-bon-jovi-voice-vocal-issues-bad-singing/9661274002/ ABOUT THE GUEST Ana Flavia Zuim is a multi award-winner musical director/conductor and an accomplished pianist, vocologist, electric bassist and expert witness. She serves as Associate Director of Vocal Performance at NYU, Steinhardt. Dr. Zuim holds a bachelor's degree in music from State University of Londrina (UEL), a master's in piano performance (Lynn University, 2006), a doctorate - Ph.D. in Fine and Performing Arts (Florida Atlantic University, 2012) and a Vocology certification (University of Utah, 2015). Prior to joining the NYU faculty, Dr. Zuim served as Director of Contemporary Voice at the Frost School of Music with a secondary appointment as Lecturer of Otolaryngology at the Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami. She is an active researcher and has worked in several productions including the Broadway musical Hamilton (Rehearsal Pianist - since 2016), the Broadway Across America tours of Billy Elliot (Associate Conductor/Vocal Coach, 2012), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Keys, 2013), among others. The knowledge of voice science and acoustics, combined with her passion for languages paved the way into forensic voice analysis. She has served as an expert witness for cases involving both singing and speech, including a death threat case, contributing within her scope of practice to furthering a more just legal system in which evidence is evaluated through evidence-based, data-driven science. ABOUT THE PODCAST BAST Training is here to help singers gain the knowledge, skills and understanding required to be a great singing teacher. We can help you whether you are getting started or just have some knowledge gaps to fill through our courses and educational events. Website: basttraining.com Get updates to your inbox: Click here for updates from BAST Training Link to presenter's bios: basttraining.com/singing-teachers-talk-podcast-bios See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ridin' with Willy Season One Episode 7 The Zoo Lawyer… Two University of Tennessee students discuss their future plans for Law degrees… One has an inside fast track with street smarts avoiding trouble at Zoo Atlanta. The Music Doctor… Here we learn from Shawn Crouch, University of Miami Assistant Professor of Practice, Music Theory and Composition at the Frost School of Music his opinions on Nashville, Tennessee vs Austin Texas. In town with friends they make some fun and keen observations about Music City, USA. A Titan Blessing… A young woman working at the Joseph in Nashville shares a story a about an anonymous Titan NFL football player who shares a Biblical scripture blessing along with a great tip. The Cheesecake Factory Incident… First the microphone is feared to be a dead squirrel! From there we learn about a college job gone wrong at the Cheesecake Factory. Servers always have a great anecdote to tell! Rocky Top Dog Training… Meet a new Nashville resident from Starkville, Mississippi who came here to train dogs. Learn about his favorite breeds and why you shouldn't just pick a pet from the latest trending television show or movie. Red Phone Booth: Three young ladies from Maryland in Nashville to celebrate Galentine's Day and accidently stumble onto the Red Phone Booth Speakeasy.
Eric England is a top call musician who has worked and recorded with Rihanna, Leslie Odom Jr., Jon Secada, Nu-Jive, Nicole Henry, among many others. Eric attended the Frost School of Music at The University of Miami and is based in Los Angeles. He joins the pod as a special guest, discussing music communities, moving to LA, touring with artists, communication in art, growth as a musician and navigating out of the pandemic and back to the stage. Questions/ideas/memes? Hit me up at www.ScoobertDoobert.Pizza Hear more from Eric at @ericenglandmusic on Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scoobertdoobert/message
A court battle challenging the freedom of the press. A popular Italian novel turned opera will be performed by the Frost School this weekend. Plus, graffiti — is it art?
Singer/songwriter and guitarist Raul Midón is on an undeniable roll. After GRAMMY® Award nominations for his two previous Artistry Music/Mack Avenue Music Group releases – Bad Ass & Blind and If You Really Want, each for Best Jazz Vocal Album – he returns with his 11th studio album and fourth for the label: The Mirror, to be released March 13, 2020. The Mirror finds Midón breaking new ground for himself, including two entrancing solo spoken-word pieces (“If I Could See” and “One Day Without War”). The album also features studio meetings with such veteran jazz colorists as vibraphonist Joe Locke (“A Certain Café”), as well as a songwriting collaboration with top pianist Gerald Clayton, “Deep Dry Ocean.” Another highlight is the road-weary jazz ballad “Cold Cuts and Coffee,” while title track “The Mirror” beguiles with its easy tropical groove, lyrical sophistication and Midón's flowing electric guitar. As National Public Radio set the stage before his captivating edition of its “Tiny Desk Concert” broadcast: “Raul Midón lives in a world of sound. Blind since birth, Midón's interpretation of his surroundings is borderless. He sings with the passion of the best classic soul singers, and his instrumental chops stand alongside the most accomplished jazz musicians.” Along with his 11 studio albums as a solo artist, Midón – dubbed “an eclectic adventurist” by People magazine – has collaborated with such heroes as Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder and Bill Withers, along with contributing to records by Queen Latifah and Snoop Dogg and the soundtrack to Spike Lee's She Hate Me. A native of New Mexico who now lives in Maryland after years in New York, Midón has earned acclaim the world over, with a fanbase that stretches from San Francisco to India, Amsterdam to Tokyo. Marveling over his live performances, The New York Times has called Midón “a one-man band who turns a guitar into an orchestra and his voice into a chorus.” He recently performed in a special Homecoming Week music series at his alma mater, the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. He was surprised onstage with the school's most prestigious honor, the Distinguished Alumni Award. Frost's dean said of the 1990 graduate: “Raul Midón truly personifies what a student at our school can achieve. It's a thrill to be able to honor Raul's extraordinary talent and exemplary accomplishments.” Originally aired in 2010. www.raulmidon.com www.joekelleyradio.com
Season 2 kicks off with a conversation between John and master jazz trumpeter Brian Lynch. One of only four trumpet players to have been in both Art Blakey and Horace Silver's bands, Brian has had an illustrious career boasting two Grammy Awards and over 15 albums as a bandleader. Listen as he shares about his experiences playing with jazz legends, what kind of things he's practiced over the years, and how he works with his students at the Frost School of Music. Visit Brian Lynch: www.brianlynch.jazz.comVisit John Raymond: www.john-raymond.comMusic: “North” (IU Jazz Studies Faculty) + "Joy Ride" (John Raymond & Real Feels)
Seasons Greetings My Lovely Drumsters, I hope you had an amazing holiday season and that 2022 brings you all the love, dreams, and fun goodies life has to offer. Do you love Christmas songs? They immediately seem to make the season of the holidays festive and I don't think Christmas would be the same without them. They seem to be a genre of music that can make you cry, laugh, or just have fun with the family and friends for some sing-alongs. I started a collection of Christmas albums after my parents passed because it was one of the traditions we had in our house growing up. They always made me feel like they were there when I'd listen to them. You're probably asking me, “Why are we talking about Christmas tunes?” Well for starters it's because today's guest is the lovely Juliette Valle who has created her first album, a wonderful Christmas album titled https://open.spotify.com/artist/6fTP6h3OvsBEOnSET9GNTb (“Joyfully”). Not only is it one of the most beautiful sounding Christmas albums, but there's also a great cause that will be helped as it sells. She is donating 100% of the profits to the National Kidney Foundation (a cause near and dear to her heart). And, this means to the world to me as both my mom and brother were Dialysis patients. Juliette is here today to discuss her current title holder of The Miss Florida Pageant (a title not to be taken lightly). Her new album, and how she's making an impact with it, and how she balances it all. Juliette is not only a young beautiful woman on the outside, but, she seems to have a heart of gold. She's a tremendously talented opera singer (and she's only a junior in college). She's been a classically trained vocalist since she was 8 years old. She holds two state MPA Vocalchampionships for the category of Opera Performance in a Foreign Language. In 2015 she was admitted to https://fgo.org/index.shtml?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzeTn2r239QIVHhbUAR0hWgT4EAAYASAAEgJfXfD_BwE (Florida) https://fgo.org/index.shtml?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzeTn2r239QIVHhbUAR0hWgT4EAAYASAAEgJfXfD_BwE (Grand Opera's) teen program and became a prodigy for its https://youngarts.org/?_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIia-a1b639QIVGSiGCh1JmwDsEAAYASAAEgIBmfD_BwE (Young) https://youngarts.org/?_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIia-a1b639QIVGSiGCh1JmwDsEAAYASAAEgIBmfD_BwE (Artists Learning Academy (YALA)). Juliette is currently an undergraduate at the https://www.frost.miami.edu/ (Frost School of Music) at the https://welcome.miami.edu/ (University of Miami) majoring in Political Science with minors in Broadcast Journalism, Music, and Theatre Arts. Please be sure to pick up a copy of her album and stay in touch with Juliette: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9zwhzepHKo (Juliette Valle) FB: https://www.facebook.com/juliettevalle23 (Juliette Valle 23) Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealJulietteV/status/1406922738648895488 (RealJuliette V) Or download one of her sound bites on https://www.tiktok.com/@juliettevalle23 (TikTok) or https://www.instagram.com/theofficialjuliettevalle/ (IG) Hey, if you like the show and would like to help support it, please visit us at: https://patreon.com/podcastnetwork (https://patreon.com/podcastnetwork) And be sure to stop by the VLOG at www.lildrummergirl.com for more video interviews. Rock On & Rock Out, Dawn-Marie XO
This episode is being brought to you by Forecast located in Homewood Alabama. Forecast is a hair salon on a mission to shape a movement in the beauty industry focusing on education, fashion and creativity. Forecast strives to train stylists with the latest in education to provide their guests with the latest trends. Follow them on instagram @forecastsalon or find them online at https://www.forecastsalon.com/ Merry Christmas! As this podcast goes to air, we are in the energies of the holiday season. Ho ho ho ... Maybe it is… maybe it isn't... holidays can be...complicated. But it is a time of great magnification for all humanity. When the heart opens with compassion and love so much can be accomplished. It has been an intense year for all of us and this year has brought so much light to so many areas… personally and professionally. We've just opened up to the Winter Season and the return of the light. It's a time to go within and work with your Spirit. The new season along with the new year brings lots of inspiration forward helping you to focus on the positive aspects of your life. You may not be able to change the past, but you can change the story you tell yourself about it. Allow yourself time to slow down and pull your energy in to access your dreams and visions for the year ahead. It is time to take a leap in consciousness. Get out of your comfort zone and break free of your old fears. Finding ways to tend to the struggles of your life with the tools that offer you RITES for your everyday life can add inspiration, amusement and joy. Rites being Reiki.. Intuition.. Tarot.. EFT and Stones and crystals. These tools can free you from the unnecessary stress that Is going on in the world. All these cosmic forces and energy alignments, I talk about on my Energy Focus for the Week which you can find live on Sunday nights on Instagram and FB. As we move through these comic transitions, now is the time to clean up your energy with an energy clearing session. Schedule one… in person or online. When you work with the energy body, it helps to release the old patterns and all that old stuff you carry around. For when you start going within and connecting to your soul and your spirit, you will find your answers. Empowered Spirit Private Mentoring Program. Schedule a Spiritual Upgrade Breakthrough call with me and let's talk about how my programs can help you. In today's episode, I speak with Steph Blick from Steph B. Inspired. Steph and I met in Nashville in a Sweat Lodge. Last month, sitting in the womb of Mother Earth, she offered us a beautiful blessing in her song. It left me crying as it opened my heart. The message that came through was about having a voice, right now and using it for the highest good in raising consciousness, in healing and sharing this power which is my reason for wanting to bring Steph on the show. We talk about music, the traditional therapy scene, spirituality and the importance it plays healing and recovery, the indigenous ceremony and what it means to be a Creative Healing Artist. Singing came first for Steph Blick. At a your age she was signed to a record label yet even though she was living he dream she was unhappy and felt like a puppet. She turned down a second album deal at seventeen and studied music at two prestigious music schools (Jazz Vocal Performance at The Frost School of Music/University of Miami and Songwriting at Berklee College of Music) before changing her major to Psychology and finishing up undergrad at Florida State University in 2010. After that, her life went off the rails for a little bit. She hit the road and embarked on what she now calls her beautiful nightmare. It started with intentional, nomadic living; camping in National Forests (Rainbow Gatherings), sharing songs and food with her brothers and sisters, and living in harmony with the Earth. She learned how to survive outside the system, literally. She was a traveler... and she panhandled and gas-jugged her way across the country and back. It was fun at first, and then it turned dark. It turned dark because as she says… she was not a healthy human. She found herself in toxic relationships and sought escape, excitement, and relief through substances. Her healing journey brought her to a treatment center near Nashville, TN that incorporated indigenous spiritual practices into the milieu. Had it not been for this, she says she does not think that her life would have re-calibrated so effortlessly. Through her recovery, Steph decided to move to Nashville, TN. After a couple years, she began working at an alcohol & drug treatment center and eventually became licensed as an Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC-II). She went on to grad school and earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Loving the process of guiding people back to wholeness but not necessary the "behind the scenes" part of being a therapist, she left the traditional world of therapy. Today, Steph is a Creating Healing Artist focusing on her music and integrating her counseling with healing modalities. Her EP… ”It Is What It Is" by Steph Blick is now available for download and streaming on all major platforms. Website Facebook. Instagram. Music. YouTube As Steph says, "Being authentic, knowing your truth, knowing your walk in life is so empowering for you and those around you." It is time we all took a step forward in discernment… in knowing and checking in with the authenticity of who you are and the work you offer. Check out Steph's music.. and her offerings. As I go to close this year, I want to say thank you to all my teachers, coaches and mentors. So grateful for their support in all that I do. And most importantly, a huge thank you to you.. yes... YOU... for listening. In a time when many of us are feeling like we are wandering and trying to help and teach and awaken... it can feel lonely talking into a microphone.. yet receiving messages and emails and comments back from you is so inspiring for me to continue on this path. So thank you.. May your holiday be filled with lots of peace! I'll be back in the new year with more episodes on the Empowered Spirit Show. Thanks again for listening. To your Spirit, Terri Join Terri's Facebook Group Follow Terri on Instagram Find her on LinkedIn Episode Credits: Sound Engineer: Laarni Andreshttps://www.facebook.com/laarni.andres.7
Ms. Jessie Ahuama-Jonas is in her fifteenth year of teaching Orchestral music and is the current Director of Orchestras at Centennial High School in Roswell Georgia. A product of the Fulton County School system, Ms. Ahuama-Jonas started taking viola performance seriously in the eighth grade, eventually earning positions with, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Talent Development Program, the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra, , and Fulton County Middle and High School Honor Orchestras, and a camper at the Interlochen Arts Camp in Interlochen Michigan. Ms. Ahuama-Jonas received her Bachelor's degree of Music Education from The Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, and her Master's degree of Music Education from Boston University. Ms. Ahuama-Jonas began teaching middle school orchestra in 2007 and has accomplished musical success with her orchestras. Ms. Ahuama-Jonas has taught in the Fulton County Schools System and the Duval County School System in Jacksonville, FL. She and her orchestras have attended the Georgia and Florida Music Educators' Association's Large Group Performance Evaluations since 2008, receiving Superior ratings for twelve consecutive years, and has had students participate in Georgia and Florida All-State Middle School Orchestras, district honor orchestras and Solo and Ensembles, with superior results and high representation of musical excellence. As a 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year, Ms. Ahuama-Jonas, believes in the importance of quality music education and believes music education should be readily accessible and enjoyable for all students no matter their personal circumstances and situations. In her spare time, Ms. Ahuama-Jonas loves to perform, and is an avid concert goer of all music. She is a member of the Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra, and currently performs in the music ensemble East West Strings. She loves sports (especially football, Atlanta Falcons and University of Miami football respectively), staying physically active by playing volleyball, basketball and weight training, knitting, and reading. ----- Your support is appreciated! If you are enjoying The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, please consider becoming a supporter for as little as 99 cents per month. I am working hard to bring on some amazing educators who will share ideas, tell their story, and offer some support for all of you. I have invested a lot of time in putting it all together and money purchase equipment that will help provide the best possible listening experience. Here is the link: https://anchor.fm/orchestrateacher/support Thank you for your continued support! If you have suggestions for podcast guests, please let me know by providing a name and contact information. ----- Subscribe to The Orchestra Teacher Website, YouTube Channel, and Podcast! Website: http://www.orchestrateacher.net YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/theorchestrateacher Podcast on Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/orchestrateacher Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pvAWs3uftZ5FJ2KyZYU0z Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-orchestra-teacher-podcast/id1489358262 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/orchestrateacher/support
Gary Green is Director of Bands Emeritus at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, Florida. Prior to joining the faculty at UM, Gary served for ten years as Director of Bands at the University of Connecticut. Gary joins the show today to discuss the important life lessons that music teachers need to know to build a culture of excellence. Gary Green and was influential in commissioning and recording new works for winds and percussion which included Symphony No. 3 by David Maslanka and A Cornfield in July and The River by William Penn. Urban Requiem by Michael Colgrass was commissioned by the Philip Frost Commission Fund and has become a standard in the repertoire for wind ensemble. Throughout his career, Professor Green has received numerous honors and awards including The Phillip Frost Award for Scholarship and Teaching at the University of Miami. In March 2007, he joined the ranks of Frederick Fennell, William Revelli, and John Paynter in the Bands of America Hall of Fame. Gary has conducted events in Florida, Texas, Connecticut, Kansas, Maryland, Georgia, Utah, Virginia, Washington, amongst many others. In addition, he has conducted all state, regional, national, and international honor bands. Gary holds a B.M. degree from Boise State University and an M.M. degree from the University of Idaho. Mr. Green is a member of the American Bandmasters Association, the College Band Directors Association, the Music Educators National Conference, the Florida Bandmasters Association and the Florida Music Educators Association. ------- Are you planning to travel with your group sometime soon? If so, please consider my sponsor, Kaleidoscope Adventures, a full service tour company specializing in student group travel. With a former educator as its CEO, Kaleidoscope Adventures is dedicated to changing student lives through travel and they offer high quality service and an attention to detail that comes from more than 25 years of student travel experience. Trust Kaleidoscope's outstanding staff to focus on your group's one-of-a-kind adventure, so that you can focus on everything else! The Everything Band Podcast team includes the following contributors: Host and Creator: Mark Connor Outreach Manager: Colin Peters Creative Director: Jake Walker
Kat Reinhert is an accomplished songwriter, vocalist, musician, author and educator. As a solo artist, Kat has released five independent albums and sung on multiple projects and recordings for noted artists. She is the former Director of Contemporary Voice at The University of Miami, Frost School of Music and is a sought-after clinician, speaker and researcher. Ms. Reinhert holds a BM in Jazz/Commercial Voice, an MM in Jazz Pedagogy, and a PhD in Music Education, specializing in Popular Music Performance and Pedagogy. Kat has authored several book chapters and journal articles on contemporary voice and songwriting and is the immediate past president of The Association for Popular Music Education. Along with Sarah Gulish, she is the co-founder of Songwriting for Music Educators™, dedicated to helping music educators learn the craft of songwriting. Ms. Reinhert is currently an adjunct professor at Rider University and she resides in New York City where she continues work on artistic, songwriting, educational, business, consulting and writing projects. Kat's Website Book: Action-based Approaches in Popular Music Education: Purchase at F-Flat Books or Amazon Singing in Popular Musics Lee Higgin's Community Music Afternoon Ti Follow me on Instagram: @highafternoonti Blog Have you purchased the Afternoon Ti Book and Journal?! Get them at Amazon or F-Flat books now. Intro/Outro Music: Our Big Adventure by Scott Holmes
I'm flipping the TV channels when I see something that makes me have a flashback to my childhood. I remember standing next to my best friend Jeff Babko in the backyard near a kiddie pool. We loved putting on skits and performing at his house as kids. Then, we got older and lost touch as I got into softball and moved to Hawaii for college while he studied music in Miami. So imagine my surprise when I stopped on Jimmy Kimmel's show one day and saw a very familiar face. It was Jeff! I had to invite him on the show for a walk down memory lane. And he's got plenty of stories to share about his musical career and travels, working with other musicians, and especially collaborating with comedians like Steve Martin and Martin Short. We talk all about it, as well as performance (whether it's music, improv, or storytelling) and key elements necessary for making a connection with your audience. What you will learn in this episode: What role music plays in comedy and storytelling Why your audience matters in every performance How you can best experience your own storytelling Who is Jeff? Born and raised in southern California, Jeff Babko has lived on the West Coast for his entire career of television, film, and live performances. After graduating from the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, he began touring internationally with Julio Iglesias, then joined the group, Toto, to tour Europe. He's also recorded and toured with musical stars like Smokey Robinson, Yo-Yo Ma, Frank Ocean, Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morissette, Willie Nelson, James Taylor, and John Mayer, among many others. On the TV side of things, Jeff's most significant work has to be the past 18 years as the musical arranger, co-composer, and house band member of Jimmy Kimmel Live. But he's always kept his toes dipped in comedy too. His TV work actually began on Martin Short's syndicated talk show at the turn of the century. In fact, he still regularly performs with Short and Steve Martin. Jeff has also been on the Emmy award-winning Wayne Brady daytime show and even worked as an Emmy show composer, arranger, and orchestra member for three years. People have enjoyed his performances at the 2012 Democratic National Convention and the White House for the Obamas and the Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel. His work is even featured on the musical scores of several movies like Toy Story 4, Frozen 2, and Pixar's Luca. But today, Jeff and his wife, violinist Songa Lee, produce music from their studio in the San Fernando Valley and regularly perform as a duo in Paso Robles, CA Links and Resources: Jeff Babko Storytelling School Website @storytellingschool on Instagram @storytellingSchool on Facebook
Along with his 11 studio albums as a solo artist, Midón – dubbed “an eclectic adventurist” by People magazine – has collaborated with such heroes as Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder and Bill Withers, along with contributing to records by Queen Latifah and Snoop Dogg and the soundtrack to Spike Lee's She Hate Me. A native of New Mexico who now lives in Maryland after years in New York, Midón has earned acclaim the world over, with a fanbase that stretches from San Francisco to India, Amsterdam to Tokyo. Marveling over his live performances, The New York Times has called Midón “a one-man band who turns a guitar into an orchestra and his voice into a chorus.” He recently performed in a special Homecoming Week music series at his alma mater, the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. He was surprised onstage with the school's most prestigious honor, the Distinguished Alumni Award. Frost's dean said of the 1990 graduate: “Raul Midón truly personifies what a student at our school can achieve. It's a thrill to be able to honor Raul's extraordinary talent and exemplary accomplishments.”For a glimpse of how magnetic Midón can be live, seek out on YouTube the clip of his appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman in 2006. Performing “State of Mind,” the title track from his major-label debut, Midón unveils what would become his signature combination of silky voice and percussive guitar. His playing is a syncopated wonder in which bass, harmony and melodic lines fly from the fretboard in a way that belies the fact that all the music is being produced by just two hands. If that weren't enough, Midón busts out his improvisational mouth-horn technique, in which he creates a bebop “trumpet” solo with his lips, earning himself a burst of mid-song applause from the audience. The title of Midón's Bad Ass & Blind album came from an apt description of its maker that soul icon Bill Withers endorsed; the 2017 release saw Midón collaborating with such top jazz players as trumpeter Nicholas Payton, pianist Gerald Clayton and drummer Gregory Hutchinson. NPR noted that the disc continues Midón's “streak of records that cross boundaries with ease and head-turning musicality.” Midón's 2018 follow-up, If You Really Want, found Midón's voice and guitar riding the waves of the Metropole Orkest, the GRAMMY Award-winning Dutch ensemble that has collaborated with artists from Al Jarreau and Elvis Costello to Laura Mvula and Snarky Puppy. Midón worked hand in glove on If You Really Want with another renowned GRAMMY winner: arranger and conductor Vince Mendoza. Relix magazine said about the album: “Throughout, there's that voice – passionate and confident – with Midón giving each word his full attention so that you know he means it.” Midón's earlier studio discography includes Don't Hesitate .(2014), Synthesis (2010), A World Within a World (2007) and State of Mind (2005) He also released the CD/DVD Invisible Chains – Live from NYC, which documents an intimate concert in Joe's Pub at the Public Theater from 2012. Midón's live 2016 rendition of John Coltrane's classic “Giant Steps” – which sees him fly through all 12 keys on the guitar – earned more than a million views via Facebook. Ever since being told by some when he was a child that his blindness meant that “you can't do this, you can't do that,” Midón has lived a life devoted to beating the odds and shattering stereotypes. “As someone who has never seen, I've always felt at a disadvantage in that lyric writing is usually very visual,” he says. “People really relate to images and I've never seen images. But what I realized early on is that you have to write from what you know, and I hear, touch and feel intensely – and those are sensations and experiences that everyone can relate to.”★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Laura Sherman is currently a lecturer for the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. Prior to that, she lived in NYC and played on Broadway shows, most prominently as the harpist for Wicked. She also is the harpist on the Original Broadway Cast Recording for Hamilton: The Musical, which is notable in that there is not a harp book for the show. We talk about why that is, along with her experiences for both shows as well as more deep-diving into the uniqueness of harp in general! We discuss an article she wrote about Broadway harpists for Harp Column Magazine, and you can find that here: https://harpcolumn.com/blog/give-my-regards-to-broadway/ Follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter @LifeInThePitPod. Visit www.davidlanemusic.com/podcast for more info or to send feedback regarding the podcast. You can also donate through the website. This podcast is currently ad-free, so all donations are gratefully appreciated. Please leave a rating and a review. Thank you for listening.
Tim continues his discussion on life on the road with The Joe English Band, his faith, his career, modern christian music as well as the new music he is working on now.
Tim discusses his amazing musical childhood and how he chose the bass guitar, his time at the Frost School of Music @ the University of Miami as well as his career in Nashville and how he teamed up with Joe English and his band.
On Episode 51 of the Night School series, Mike sits down with rising pop star Jasmine Ortiz for an enlightening and enjoyable conversation. Mike and Jasmine discuss her recent rise to success, with multiple music videos and songs eclipsing over 1 million streams such as "Cherry on Top" and "Trick of Treat" and even being interviewed by FOX News. Jasmine discusses her family history in the music industry, and why the musical path she's chosen for her life feels comfortable for her. Not only is she a successful music artist, but is currently a college student at the Frost School of Music at Miami University, and shares how her education is further helping her music career. She is also involved in numerous other ventures, such as mentoring young students through debate team, and talks about her efforts in raising awareness for climate change, and other important political, social, & humanitarian issues. Jasmine is the true embodiment of someone using their platform to send positive and important messages out into the world, and having her share her story and mission on our show was nothing but a pleasure. You'll be glad you tuned into this wonderful episode! Follow Jasmine Ortiz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasmineortiz/ Watch the official music video for "Cherry on Top": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkzhqR3k7H0 Stream Jasmine's music on all platforms: https://music.apple.com/kz/artist/jasmine-ortiz/id1375087294 https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HVHDrvyQsvIGo8C3xrGb9?si=CNzQu5JzSY-lZzmZvdQTAw Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ Spotify Discover Playlist- https://open.spotify.com/user/45ix6360sx8y5286mf2ims30f?si=Swo3O5_ZREaF-01aOXVThQ
Jennifer Rosenfeld was the co-founder of iCadenza (a career consultancy for classical musicians) and Cadenza Artists (performing arts talent agency), She has helped thousands of musicians launch ground breaking artistic projects that got them noticed, negotiate better for themselves and earn more money, and step into the careers they've always dreamed of. Her clients are not starving artists or fresh-out-of-conservatory musicians. Her clients include Grammy-award-winning soloists and ensembles, acclaimed composers and directors, tenured professors at top universities, members of premier symphony orchestras, and leaders of major arts organizations who are not content to settle with the status quo of their highly successful careers. She has taught at and/or consulted for major universities and conservatories, including Stanford University, the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University, the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, MIT, and more. She has also written the book Awakening your Business Brain with her business partner Julia (used in university classrooms all over the US), which is literally about how creative people have a total leg up when it comes to the business side of their careers. Check out her website to learn more about her coaching! https://jenniferrosenfeld.com/ Find your host, Grace Lamb, on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracesviolin/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/gracesviolin Website: https://gracecolbylamb.com/ If you have any questions or topics you would like covered on the show please contact me at b4thestage@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/b4thestage/ https://www.instagram.com/b4thestage/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/b4thestage/message
Kat Reinhert is an experienced performer, educator and writer. She has taught courses in songwriting, private voice, theory, and popular music ensembles and is a sought after clinician in voice, songwriting and popular music pedagogy and a frequent consultant for burgeoning HPME degree programs. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Rider University and the previous Director of Contemporary for The Frost School of Music, University of Miami. As an author, she has a chapter on teaching voice in higher education The Bloomsbury Handbook of Popular Music Education and an article on songwriting for The Journal of Popular Music Education. As a performer and songwriter, Kat has released four independent albums as well as sung on multiple projects and recordings. She has appeared with such noted artists as Enya, Raul Midon, Anat Fort, Lawry, Dave Cook, and Shayna Steele. Her sophomore album, Spark (2015), contains mostly original compositions, and has been touted as, “a work of great subtly and nuance,” and her newest release Home Movie (2017) features nine arranged standards and covers. Her fifth self-produced album, Dead Reckoning, is slated for release in February 2021. Dr. Reinhert holds a BM in Jazz/Commercial Voice from The Manhattan School of Music, an MM in Jazz Performance/Pedagogy from The University of Miami, a PhD in Music Education from the University of Miami, specializing in Higher Popular Music Education and Contemporary Voice. Kat is the current President of the board for the Association for Popular Music Education. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicast-podcast/support
Steve Danyew is a composer living in Rochester, New York. He has written several very successful for band, including Magnolia Star and Into the Silent Land. Topics: Steve's background growing up and his musical education. Steve plays saxophone and I sing a few notes! Steve's music, including Magnolia Star and the story behind Into the Silent Land. Thoughts about composing and publishing. Links: Steve Danyew - Composer Grainger - Irish Tune Pärt - Spiegel im Spiegel Danyew - Alcott Songs Biography: Steve Danyew’s music has been hailed as “startlingly beautiful” and “undeniably well crafted and communicative” by the Miami Herald, and has been praised as possessing “sensitivity, skill and tremendous sophistication” by the Kansas City Independent. Danyew (b. 1983) is the recipient of numerous national and international awards for his work, and his compositions have been performed throughout the world in venues such as the Sydney Opera House, the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, and the steps of the US Capitol. Danyew’s recent work Into the Silent Land was named the winner of the 2019 Walter Beeler Memorial Composition Prize. Three of his compositions for wind band are featured in Volume 11 of Teaching Music Through Performance in Band (GIA). In addition to composing, Danyew is a passionate educator who teaches courses focused on helping young musicians craft their own creative careers at the Eastman School of Music’s Institute for Music Leadership. He is the contributing author for the 2nd edition of Ramon Ricker’s book Lessons from a Street-Wise Professor: What You Won’t Learn at Most Music Schools (Soundown, 2018). He is also a frequent guest composer and lecturer at schools through the United States. In 2020, Danyew and his wife Ashley created Musician & Co., a new resource that equips 21st-century musicians to be both artists and business owners. The mission of Musician & Co. is to provide an innovative model for bridging the gap between the practice room and a profitable business. Danyew grew up in New England, playing the saxophone and improvising music on the piano. After a performance of his own work, the South Florida Sun Sentinel proclaimed him a “saxophone virtuoso par excellence, making the instrument sing as well as shout.” Danyew performed as a saxophonist in the University of Miami Wind Ensemble under the direction of Gary Green, and this formative experience led him to begin composing works for wind band. Danyew received a B.M., Pi Kappa Lambda from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami and holds an M.M. in Composition and Certificate in Arts Leadership from the Eastman School of Music. Additionally, Danyew has served as a Composer Fellow at the Yale Summer Music School with Martin Bresnick, and as a Composer Fellow at the Composers Conference in Wellesley, MA with Mario Davidovsky. ------- Are you planning to travel with your group sometime soon? If so, please consider my sponsor, Kaleidoscope Adventures, a full service tour company specializing in student group travel. With a former educator as its CEO, Kaleidoscope Adventures is dedicated to changing student lives through travel and they offer high quality service and an attention to detail that comes from more than 25 years of student travel experience. Trust Kaleidoscope’s outstanding staff to focus on your group’s one-of-a-kind adventure, so that you can focus on everything else! The Everything Band Podcast team includes the following contributors: Host and Creator: Mark Connor Outreach Manager: Colin Peters Creative Director: Jake Walker
Jeff Babko is an in-demand pianist and keyboardist who has spent his life learning his craft and contributing to the music industry. He's toured the world, worked with huge artists, is a gifted recording artist, and is currently the music arranger, composer, and house band member on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Listen as he shares more about his journey and experiences in the music industry and his hopes for the future. It all started at a young age for Jeff. He remembers always being drawn to music and more specifically by album artwork. He was fascinated by how the album artwork framed the musical experience that he had when listening to the tracks. It wasn't long until he was learning various instruments and applying his natural curiosity to sound. He ended up attending the University of Miami's Frost School of Music and after graduating jumped right into working with Julio Iglesias on a series of worldwide tours. Given his young age, he says he didn't always handle those tours properly though grew and learned so much as a musician. Being on the road 24/7 however, was not the life he wanted to lead which led him to looking for more session work. He's worked in house bands on TV shows since 1999 and is now also a highly sought after score composer and arranger for movies and television. Listen as he shares more about his session work and career overall. He's digging deep into the experiences and how they've all moved him step by step to where he is today. His work is notable as is his presence in the industry and advice for up and coming musicians. Show Highlights: [00:10] Learn more about Jeff Babko and his distinguished career. [01:44] How did Jeff and Peter Himmelman meet? [04:23] More about why Peter is such an inspiration in the industry. [06:15] Jeff shares the first record he ever heard and how it informed his experience. [08:28] Can he remember listening to that first Stevie Wonder record for the first time? [11:53] Did he know early on that his life was going to involve music? [13:18] How did his career progress? [17:25] What was it like touring with Julio Iglesias? [20:16] Why he didn't always handle things well during that tour. [22:32] What it means to be a successful LA session player. [25:43] Jeff gives advice to up and coming musicians who want to find success. [30:36] How is working in-house for a hit TV show different from other gigs? [34:09] Why working in-house is great for stability and routine. [37:56] Jeff recounts working with Sheryl Crow. [43:44] Learn more about recording on film scores versus albums. [47:37] More about the huge responsibility that film scores present. [49:11] Hear all about his solo records. [53:53] Does he still struggle with things in his life and career? LINKS & RESOURCES Jeff Babco: http://www.jeffbabko.com/ Jeff's weekly Canadian radio spot “The View From L.A.”: https://jazz.fm/the-view-from-la-with-jeff-babko/ Jeff's TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RWGk32j2k4 Jeff's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiG_wKTOuIPjQob143GWjUw Jeff's collaborative L.A. session guys band “BIL” https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmsaZGNJbd054W-Ukl77Lmw Mentioned in this Episode: Episode 27 Peter Himmelman Part 1: Journey of a Singer-Songwriter, Recording Artist, TV & Film Composer, Speaker, Consultant, and Author Episode 28 Peter Himmelman Part 2: Journey of a Singer-Songwriter, Recording Artist, TV & Film Composer, Speaker, Consultant, and Author Episode 9 Jeff Coffin: Saxophonist, Composer, Educator, Author, and Recording & Touring Artist Episode 8 Robert Kraft: Former President of Music, 20th Century Fox Film Follow The Music Makers: The Music Makers on Instagram The Music Makers podcast theme song was written and produced by Andy Kushner with help from the rhythm section and horn players of the band, SoundConnection. Sponsor: Kushner Entertainment Check out Andy's Other Podcast: The Wedding Biz
Join Mike, Dan and Ashley this week in remembering the iconic saxophonist, Boots Randolph. Not only was he a major player in the Nashville Sound playing on such hits as “Return to Sender” and “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” but had his own smash hit with “Yakety Sax!” In Boots' 2003 NAMM interview you will hear from the man himself as well as Chuck Surack, Founder of Sweetwater Sound and Tim Smith, Studio Musician and Professor at Frost School of Music who sat down to remember their dear friend.
Cinematic Sound Radio - Soundtracks, Film, TV and Video Game Music
Welcome to another episode of the continuing series of film, TV and video game composer interviews on the CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO NETWORK. Carlos Rafael Rivera is an EMMY Award-winning composer for film and television. A protégé of Randy Newman, he earned a DMA in Composition at USC’s Thornton School, where he studied with Donald Crockett and Stephen Hartke. As a guitarist, he has performed onstage as opening act for The Who at the Hollywood Bowl; recorded studio sessions for Island/Def Jam, and Universal Records; and had songs featured on NETFLIX’ FIREFLY LANE, ABC’s SCRUBS, MTV, and VH-1. As a composer, Rivera has a unique ability to incorporate a large diversity of musical influences into his captivating compositions, which reflect his multi-cultural upbringing in Central America and the United States. He has served as Composer-in-Residence with the Miami Symphony Orchestra and was a musical consultant for “Invitation to World Literature,” an educational series funded by the Annenberg Foundation and produced by WGBH and is a sought out guest composer and lecturer throughout the globe. He is also Assistant Professor and Director of the Media Writing and Production Program at the acclaimed Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, Carlos first met Oscar-nominated film/TV maker Scott Frank over 15 years ago when Scott responded to an ad for music lessons that Carlos had posted at a local Pasadena music store. What started as guitar lessons grew into a years-long friendship, and eventually led to an amazing collaborative partnership beyond the composer’s wildest dreams. Their first collaboration was on the action-drama feature, A Walk Among the Tombstones, starring Liam Neeson. Carlos went on to score Scott’s western drama series GODLESS, for which he won a Primetime Emmy for his "Main Title Theme" and also earned a nomination for his score. Their third and latest collaboration is the Netflix limited series THE QUEEN'S GAMBIT. The psychological drama series is based on the novel of the same name by Walter Tevis and follows an orphan in late-1950s Kentucky named Beth Harmon (Anya Taylor-Joy) who discovers she has an incredible talent for chess. In October 2020, for the CINEMATIC SOUND RADIO NETWORK, Jason Drury talked to Carlos Rafael Rivera via Zoom at his home in Miami, Florida. During the interview, they talked extensively about his score for THE QUEEN'S GAMBIT, his working relationship with Scott Frank and of his other two collaborations with Frank; A WALK AMONG THE TOMBSTONES and GODLESS. Also during the show, you will be hearing music from all 3 productions but extensively from The Queen Gambit, without doubt, one of the best scores of 2020. Enjoy! —— Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN. Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio Cinematic Sound Radio Web: http://www.cinematicsound.net Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922 Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden http://www.timburden.com
Welcome to the first episode of Ic2us! This week, host Lisa Tatum sits down to chat with Robert M. Carnochan, DMA. Dr. Carnochan is Director of Wind Ensemble Activities, Music Director/Conductor of the Frost Wind Ensemble and Professor of Conducting at the Frost School of Music. Join us as we talk about great musicians, what it's like to find new music, and the importance of kindness. Ic2us is your source for any and everything conducting, listening, teaching, and music making. Treat yourself to a weekly dose of musical inspiration as we pick the minds of great conductors and delve into note worthy repertoire. If you’re a musician, teacher, or conductor: you’ve found your people. You can follow the podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @Ic2us Follow our playlist on Spotify or YouTube! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1pjM19eV4vCzfICgAKb8xo?si=9hhYDWxoSU6OfUnh8dWOwA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7bN0PypbpBuc2R6SFJ8Qy6kXYlifHQ2L
Augie Haas currently lives in New York City where he is a professional trumpeter, composer, and teacher. As one of the most in-demand trumpet players in New York, Augie has worked with artists including Harry Connick, Jr., The Maria Schneider Orchestra, The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, The Gil Evans Project, Birdland Big Band, various Broadway shows, and The Radio City Orchestra. Augie is currently a regular member of the orchestra for Aladdin on Broadway. Born and raised in Milwaukee, Augie earned his Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies at Roosevelt University’s Chicago College of the Performing Arts. After Chicago, he attended The University of Miami’s Frost School of Music Conservatory for a Masters in Studio Music in Jazz, and a Doctorate in Musical Arts. Augie has released five albums under his co-founded label Playtime Music: The Llama, Doing it Augie Style, Baby Jazz, Endless, and his most recent album, Have We Met? He also authored and self-published his book Build Your Range for both trumpet and trombone which has been sold worldwide. http://augiehaas.com (augiehaas.com) http://trumpetdynamics.com (trumpetdynamics.com)
John Daversa is a multi-Grammy winning artist, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, educator, and Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at The Frost School of Music, University of Miami. Daversa’s celebrated and distinctive musical perspective has been a passport to performances on world stages such as The Today Show, Late Nite with David Letterman, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Live 8 (Berlin), Hamburg Music Festival, Java Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreux Festival, and the Playboy Jazz Festival. He has also had the opportunity to perform or record with artists such as Fiona Apple, Michael Bublé, Dori Caymi, Andraé Crouch, Sheryl Crow, Herbie Hancock, Bob Mintzer Big Band, and The Yellowjackets. In this podcast we talk about his move from Los Angeles to Miami, recorded albums, big bands, a jazz trumpet concerto, future projects and much more. Lastly, we discuss his journey and success with the multi-Grammy award winning album titled American Dreamers. For more information about John Daversa please visit: http://www.johndaversa.com/ © Off The Podium, 2020
Madeleine was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma at age 16 when a tumour was found in her left ankle. She ultimately won her year-long battle with cancer, but not before earning a few battle scars, including the amputation of her left leg. While studying voice at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, Ruff began penning fan- favourites like “Close the Door” and “Don't Fall”, the title track to her debut album. Her experiences during cancer treatment provided the inspiration for another favourite on the album: the emotionally charged “Tell Me Not to Worry”, which she began writing during a fever-ridden drive to the hospital. As a two-time cancer survivor and amputee, Ruff performs on a high-heeled prosthetic leg that she jokingly refers to as her “Barbie foot.” Ruff's confidence, maturity, and sense of humour shine in her songs. The Daily Freeman counted Don't Fall among the top ten regional albums of 2013. With her follow-up album, Maddy makes one thing clear: whether it's cancer or dating in New York, she's Over It. Maddy is an up-and-coming singer-songwriter with the no-nonsense sass of a true New Yorker. As a Broadway Baby born and raised in Manhattan, Ruff's musical influences come from all over the proverbial map. Although Ruff has a penchant for rock and roll, it won't surprise you that she has a background in both jazz and opera as well. As frontwoman of her band, The Ruff Riders, Ruff draws comparisons to the emotion and beefy musicality of Amy Winehouse and Fiona Apple. Ruff's old school, bluesy vocals blended with modern writing create a truly unique sound. You can find out more about Madeleine by visiting her website www.maddyruff.com and you can connect with her through Instagram. For more information about the podcast connect with us on Facebook For more information about James Roberts (the host of the podcast), visit fitamputee.co.uk and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
What more can we say? Dafnis Prieto returns to The Drum Shuffle to talk about winning a Grammy, an upcoming release from his sextet, and his brilliant new book, Rhythmic Synchronicity: Individual and Collective Rhythmic Skills. The book is the result of a course he teaches at Frost School of Music at the University of Miami for non-drummers. It is highly useful tool for all musicians to gain a deeper understanding of time and rhythm. Dafnis is one of the greatest Afro-Cuban and Latin Jazz drummers in the world and he is always willing to share his knowledge and experiences to help others further their drumming skills.
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Aaron Tindall is a tuba celebrity and has enjoyed a beautiful career that he has worked his tail off for. This is one of the most personal interviews I've had in that we talk about failure, being in HUNDREDS of thousand of dollars of debt (and how that tested his marriage) and the incredible ride music has taken him on. This guy is a treasure, and I hope you enjoy hearing from him.To find Aaron:Instagram: @tindalltubaFacebook: @frosttubasWebsite: tubatindall.comOfficial Bio:With his orchestral playing praised as "a rock-solid foundation" and his solo playing described as being "remarkable for both its solid power and its delicacy", Aaron Tindall is the principal tubist of the Sarasota Orchestra and the associate professor of tuba and euphonium at the Frost School of Music - University of Miami. In the summers he teaches at the Eastern Music Festival in Greensboro, NC, where he also serves as Principal Tuba with the EMF Festival Orchestra under the direction of Gerard Schwarz.Aaron has served as the acting principal tubist of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, held the principal tuba position with the Aspen Festival Orchestra where he was an orchestral fellow, and has collaborated as guest tubist with orchestras such as the Teatro alla Scala Opera and Ballet Orchestra - Milan Italy, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra - Australia, National Symphony Orchestra-Kennedy Center, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Colorado Symphony Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic, New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, New World Symphony, and the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He is a frequent soloist, guest artist/clinician, and orchestral tubist throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. He has been featured at all of the International Tuba and Euphonium Conferences since 2006, performed in England with the National Champion Grimethorpe Colliery Brass Band, and his solo playing has been heard on NPR's "Performance Today" radio show. Tindall has been a prizewinner of many competitions (solo & chamber) across the world. He has also been a two-time finalist in the prestigious Concert Artist Guild Competition, and released three highly acclaimed solo recordings; Transformations (Winner of the International Tuba Euphonium Association's Roger Bobo Excellence in Recording Award, and winner of two 2017 Global Music Awards), This is My House...(Awarded two 2015 Global Music Awards), and Songs of Ascent.Aaron is an International Yamaha Performing Artist, and a Denis Wick - London artist and design specialist, having recently designed their complete Ultra Range AT signature series tuba mouthpieces.
Leslie Sokal Berg is an extraordinarily gifted singer. She's also a music educator, a mother, and a survivor of suicide. She attended the Jazz program at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, until she fell into a deep depression and attempted to end her life. Since then, she has bounced back, become a music educator, and a mom. She talked frankly and honestly with me about the events that led up to her suicide attempt and the long road back. Leslie is also the mother of Parker Dillard, the bassist for the ridiculously talented Athens band Fishbug. We talk about Fishbug a good bit in this interview, too! You can hear Fishbug here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mH305Kwe9Xs
Jennifer Rosenfeld believes that building a life and career where her creative expression is center stage is the key to success...and she's forging the way for others to do the same. A leading arts entrepreneurship educator and speaker, Jennifer has worked with professional artists of all genres on identifying and pursuing their career goals and overcoming the obstacles that come up along the way. She is the co-founder of iCadenza and Cadenza Artists, co-author of Awakening Your Business Brain: an iCadenza Guide to Launching your Music Career and the host of iCadenza's Creative Careers podcast. With Bachelor of Arts degrees from Stanford University in History and Slavic Languages and Literatures and a JD/MBA from Stanford Law School and Graduate School of Business, Jennifer has consulted for organizations and universities including Hyatt, Nordstrom, SF MOMA, Stanford University, the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University, Frost School of Music at University of Miami, Chorus America, and Classical KUSC. Her work with universities has ranged from designing and teaching new coursework on career preparation for musicians, consulting on curriculum development, leading workshops, and facilitating faculty retreats. She also sits on the board of directors of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, the Los Angeles Master Chorale, and Classical KDFC, the Bay Area's classical radio station. Jennifer's creativity is not only seen in her professional accomplishments, but in her artistic contributions as a musical theater writer and composer. Her 15 minute musical, Fears Anonymous, debuted at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in June 2018 and she is currently writing a musical about the White Rose, a student-led resistance movement in Nazi Germany. www.icadenza.com jennifer@icadenza.com For more episodes and info go to www.franciskamusic.com
Tyler Giroux is a valve trombone and piano player based in Troy, N.Y. He performs around the Capital Region with the Giroux Brothers (featuring his brother, Nate Giroux, on sax and clarinet), Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra, the Dylan Perrillo Orchestra, Phil Allen's Concert Jazz Band, Bryan Brundige and the Piggly Wigglies, and Mike Jenkins and the Fat Ties, among others.You can find Giroux's upcoming gigs on his website.Giroux comes from a long line of musicians. His grandfather, George Giroux, was a renowned local jazz pianist, and his great grandfather was known for his fiddle playing at square dances in Plattsburgh in the 1940s.In addition to his performing career, Giroux is a private instructor for trombone, euphonium, piano, jazz theory and improvisation. He earned a bachelor's degree in music education from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam and a master's degree in jazz performance from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami.Music: "Turbulence," written and played by Tyler Giroux. This interview was conducted at 3Fish Cafe in Albany (you may have heard the sound of the coffee shop's patio fountain in the background during this episode!).Thank you for listening to Six Count. This show, hosted and produced by Xara Wilde, seeks to promote and preserve the jazz and swing scene in the Capital Region of New York.Six Count is a listener-supported, independent project. Contribute to the pilot season.Have a comment, question or suggestion for who to feature next? Contact Six Count by email at sixcountpodcast@gmail.com or you can find the show on Twitter @SixCountPodcast.
Welcome back for another episode of The Happy Singer Podcast! I am so happy you are here! This week we have my lovely new friend, Cassandra Claude, on to chat with us about performance tips, vocal technique, but most importantly - the heart of singing! Go ahead and check her out at: http://cassandraclaude.com/#home An accomplished and in-demand voice teacher, Cassandra has become a staple and representation of fine vocal technique to emerging singers today. In addition to upholding a thriving vocal studio, she is currently a voice professor at the University of Miami, Frost School of Music and is a leader in promoting cultural and artistic awareness through vocal instruction. Her voice lessons remarkably not only educate, but also enrich and enlighten people of all ages therefore nourishing the appreciation of vocal performance. After she earned a Bachelor in Music Education and began teaching, her passion to enrich lives through a person's individual voice coupled with her entrepreneurial spirit would soon lead her to create Cassandra Vocal Arts Studio and later Performing Artist Mastermind Inc.. She subsequently went back to school to earn a Master's of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship to provide better leadership in this realm. Cassandra is the author of soon-to-be-released book, “A Singer's Compass” and along with performing and the degrees she holds, she continually studies the art of commercial singing, songwriting, and successful techniques for marketing musical artists. Through her work with record labels, managers, publishing houses, and sporting events, she knows what it takes to produce exciting, unique singers. Under her leadership, Cassandra produces singers that mesmerize audiences through pure tonal ability and skill of the vocal instrument. Yet beyond that, her goal with these vocalists is to produce a confident and “honest” singer with a timeless voice that stands out. Thank you for listening to the podcast! If you are so inclined, please rate and review! It helps me to reach more people. :) Kristy Bissell
https://www.jamendo.com/artist/512352/parkerScript Hi and welcome to Alternative Airwaves - I'm your host Steve, bringing you the best in Creative Commons music. This is the Weekly Airwave: one track with some information about the song or the artist. This week's track: Astronauts by Parker. Here's a description of the artist and the track from Jamendo.com: Parker is a band from Miami, Florida, comprising of Reed F. Gaines and Carter Vail. The pair met at the Frost School of Music in 2015 and began making music later that year. Parker released their eponymous EP in April of 2018, featuring Lo-Fi indie music with a nod towards Alt-Country. Parker will be releasing their next single, ‘Astronauts’ on November 16th under Dreamtime Palace, with an EP to follow in early 2019. Astronauts is a futuristic synth song about being stuck on the moon. Featuring high falsetto voices & the warbling sounds of the MICROKORG, 'Astronauts' is a love song about missing Earth and the isolation of space. If you're wondering, the MICROKORG is a synth from Korg released in 2002, and still in production today. Listen for it as you take in Parker's "Astronauts". Be sure to check out alternative airwaves dot com for more podcasts and music reviews. See you next time.Support Alternative Airwaves by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/alternative-airwaves
The legendary Sam Pilafian on Empire Brass, Leonard Bernstein, and life-threatening pedagogy. We talk about his life as a tubist, arranger, composer, educator, performer, producer, and mentor (and countless other descriptors) on our 100th episode. Sam Pilafian is perhaps best known as a founding member of the internationally renowned Empire Brass Quintet (1971-1993). He has also recorded and performed with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orchestra of St. Luke’s, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Lionel Hampton, and Pink Floyd among others. His long career has earned him an Emmy for Excellence in Instructional Video Production, the Walt Disney Award for Imagination and Innovation in Design, the Walter Naumberg Chamber Music Award, the Harvard Music Association Prize, the University of Miami’s Distinguished Alumni Award, the Brevard Music Center Distinguished Alumni Award, the Robert Trotter Visiting Professorship at the University of Oregon and the annual Outstanding Teacher Award from Arizona State University. Sam is the co-author, with Patrick Sheridan, of the best selling pedagogy texts and DVD’s “Breathing Gym” and “Brass Gym”. Professor Pilafian previously served for 44 years on the faculties of Boston University, the Tanglewood Institute, Berklee College of Music, Frost School of Music at the University of Miami and is Professor Emeritus at Arizona State University. In this fun and lively (and tearful) discussion, we cover: The meaning of J Andrew as a student of Sam "Up an octave" story Life-threatening pedagogy The amazing story of Sam's recent battle with cancer Beating 3+ Million to 1 odds How studios turn into family Meeting Lance part 1, Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic Meeting Lance part 2, Army Band Conference Brass Band of Battle Creek Scott Hartman fruit salad Meeting Andrew, Andrew was 12 at Tanglewood Meeting Andrew, Andrew was 14 at BUTI The amazing array of young players Sam heard, coached and taught at Tanglewood Hearing Michael Sachs as a young player Leonard Bernstein and the beginnings of Empire Brass Oak trees Gunther Schuller, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Bernstein inspiring the beginnings of Empire Brass Gunther Schuller and Eugene Goossens playing name that tune Parallels with the Emerson String Quartet and how that inspired Empire Brass Finding the nucleus in the music Playing bass lines Working onstage with Alvin Ailey Dance Company at the opening of the Kennedy Center (in brown pajamas) Being Bernstein's daughter's bodyguard at the Kennedy Center reception How Empire Brass become a full-time gig Rolf Smedvig's playing A major Empire Brass blowup at Tanglewood witnessed by Andrew in 1993 How Andrew got the gig with Dallas Brass while in a lesson with Sam The line between obnoxious and oblivious Scrapshoot Winning the 1976 Naumburg Chamber Music Prize, the first brass group to do so, leading to being picked up by Columbia Artists The Empire Brass recordings Bernstein "Always go towards growth" Seeing America on tour Learning to talk on stage His teacher, Connie Weldon Coming up in Miami Frederick Fennell encouraging Sam to diversify his career LINKS: Sam's site Want to help the show? Here are some ways: Help others find the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes. Show us some love on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Help us pay the bills (and get regular bonus episodes!) by becoming a Patreon patron. Show some love to our sponsors: The brass program at The Mary Pappert School of Music at Duquesne University and Parker Mouthpieces (including the Andrew Hitz and Lance LaDuke models.) Tell your friends! Expertly produced by Will Houchin with love, care, and enthusiasm.
Flute 360 | Episode 37: “An Interview with Valerie Coleman” (40:37) In today’s episode, Heidi talks with Professor Valerie Coleman who is a flutist, composer, and teacher. In August of 2018, she was appointed as Assistant Professor of Performance, Chamber Music, and Entrepreneurship at Frost School of Music in Miami, Florida! Today, Heidi and Valerie talk about the creative process and Valerie’s past and current projects! Episode 37 – Main Points: 1:00 – Welcome! 1:17 – Frost School of Music, FL 2:12 – Valerie’s Background 2:50 – Valerie’s Compositions 2:59 – Trudy Kane, flutist 3:06 – Flute New Music Consortium 3:18 – Carol Wincenc, flutist 4:00 – NFA: 2018 Convention in Orlando 4:25 – Imani Winds 5:48 – “Taking risks is saying: Make a commitment!” – Valerie 6:45 – Marcel Moyse, flutist 7:34 – Imposter syndrome! 7:58 – “Proper practice prevents piss poor performance!” – Quote 9:06 – Question: How did you get into composing? 9:12 – Valerie’s Answer 12:04 – Valerie’s mother runs a daycare (going strong for 53 years)! 14:16 – Question: What is your writing process like? 14:33 – Valerie’s Answer 14:58 – Reference to Gary Schocker’s Episode 36 – check it out here! 18:20 – Being aware of what you are doing with your body! 19:15 – Improvise! 23:40 – Question: What is your favorite composition? 24:18 – Valerie’s Answer 24:38 – “Everything has its season!” – Valerie 25:57 – Henri Matisse, French artist 27:09 – Question: Any suggestions for the budding new composer? 27:27 – Gary Schocker, flutist 27:45 – “You are already creative!” – Valerie 28:52 – Dutilleux’s Sonatine for flute and piano – purchase here! 29:50 – “Big Magic” by Elizabeth Gilbert 33:00 – Question: Any last comments? 33:13 – Valerie Coleman, Amanda Harberg, and Nicole Chamberlain’s course - Summer of 2020! (University of South Carolina – 1st year!) 34:32 – Dedication to Katherine Hoover! 39:10 – Conclusion Episode 37 – Picks: Heidi Frankincense and Myrrh Essential Oils! Episode 37 – Resources Mentioned: “Big Magic” by Elizabeth Gilbert Frost School of Music at The University of Miami Valerie Coleman’s Website Valerie Coleman’s Compositions Theodore Presser – Valerie Coleman Frost School of Music's News - Valerie Coleman YouTube Video: “Celebrating Women Composers” Valerie Coleman Performs “Fanmi Imèn” at NFA (2018) Imani Winds Imani Winds Perform “Umoja” Heidi Kay Begay’s Website Episode 37 – Sponsors: J&K Productions’ Website
Today, I speak with composer Jim Stephenson. Among many other topics, we discuss his transition from performer to full-time composer, why it's important to look inside and listen to our instinct, why we need to have the right mindset in building a career we love, and how to harness focus in our work. Jim's story is a testament to the incredible things that can happen when one follows a calling and takes a leap of faith forward. His approach to following a path is highly inspirational and I know you'll love this discussion! (Not only that, but Jim graciously agreed to let me use his Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra as the Mind Over Finger Podcast's musical theme! So his music has been greeting you at the beginning and end of each episode of the podcast!) We elaborate on: His journey, from trumpet player to composer How and why he got started composing How he moved forward with his new career Why it's important to look inside and listen to our instinct Why we need to have the right mindset in regards to building a career we love How we are in charge of defining our lives and creating the passionate story that we want to tell Why it's important to be genuine His compositional process How he has the audience and musicians in mind when he writes How he learns his best lessons from performances of his works How he harnesses focus in the work studio The importance of figuring out when you do your best work and how to organize your day in a way that suits you Why good stage presence is important ABOUT JIM: Website: https://composerjim.com YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18hLfX0xDhRkaUaRcKyiUA Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Stephenson-Music-95151931586/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/composerjim/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/ComposerJim Leading American orchestras, instrumentalists, and wind ensembles around the world have performed the music of Chicago based composer James M. Stephenson, both to critical acclaim and the delight of audiences. The Boston Herald raved about “straightforward, unabashedly beautiful sounds,” suggesting “Stephenson deserves to be heard again and again!” A formal sense of melody and tonality characterize his music, each embedded in a contemporary soundscape. These qualities, coupled with the composer's keen ability to write to each occasion, have led to a steady stream of commissions and ongoing projects. Other upcoming premieres also include his 3rd symphony in April at the Frost School at University of Music, a piece based on model trains for the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra in February, and a multi-media tone poem for the Quad City Symphony also in April. Additionally, Compose Yourself!, Stephenson's landmark young-audience work has now been performed over 300 times since its creation in 2002, engaging children in New Zealand and Canada and across the U.S. Additional premieres include Carnegie Hall in May, 2017 (Chamber Music Charleston) and in the summer, 2017, a Music Academy of the West premiere of “Martha Uncaged” – with the composer conducting – and a west-coast premiere of his violin concerto at the famed Cabrillo Music Festival. The 2017-18 season will see a new “Low brass concerto” with the Minnesota Orchestra and Osmo Vänskä. The Devil's Tale (2013), a sequel to Stravinsky's famous “Soldier's Tale” has become a highlight of Stephenson's extensive chamber music output, having already garnered much critical praise for its recent recording (“a most remarkable work” – Fanfare Magazine) and numerous performances, including at noteworthy venues such as Ravinia and Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center. James M. Stephenson came late to his full-time composing career, having first earned a degree from the New England Conservatory in trumpet performance, and then going on to perform 17 seasons in the Naples Philharmonic in Florida. As such, the composer is largely self-taught, making his voice truly individual and his life's work all the more remarkable. Colleagues and friends encouraged his earliest efforts and enthusiasm followed from all directions. As his catalog grew, so did his reputation. That catalog now boasts concertos and sonatas for nearly every instrument, earning him the moniker “The Concerto King” from Chicago Symphony clarinetist John Yeh. The vast majority of those compositions came through commissions by and for major symphony principal players, in Chicago, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Minnesota, Washington DC, St. Louis, Oregon, Milwaukee, and Dallas, among others. A major break came from the Minnesota Commissioning Club, which led to two works (violin concertos) receiving premieres in 2012—by Jennifer Frautschi with the Minnesota Orchestra under Osmo Vänskä and by Alex Kerr with the Rhode Island Philharmonic under Larry Rachleff. Other international soloists for whom Stephenson has composed include saxophonist Branford Marsalis and trumpeter Rex Richardson, whose concerto has been performed on five continents. With such prolific output, Stephenson's music is well represented in recordings. Nearly all of his solo brass works (over 50) have been professionally recorded, and in total, his extensive catalog for all instruments can be heard on over 30 CDs. James Stephenson is also a highly sought-after arranger and conductor, rounding out his constantly busy schedule. His arrangements have been performed/recorded/broadcast by virtually every major orchestra in the country, including the Boston Pops, Cincinnati Pops, New York Pops and more. On the podium, Stephenson has led orchestras in Chattanooga, Bozeman, Charleston, Ft. Myers, Modesto, and Wyoming, in addition to numerous concert bands. With the Lake Forest Symphony, near his Illinois home, he has not only conducted but also has served for seven years as Composer-in-Residence. Jim originally hails from the Greater Chicago area, as does his wife Sally. In 2007 the couple, along with their four children, returned to the region to pursue the life they now share. If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review on iTunes! I truly appreciate your support! Visit www.mindoverfinger.com for information about past and future podcasts, and for more resources on mindful practice. THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson (our guest today!) who graciously provided the show's musical theme! Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. Also a huge thank you to my producer, Bella Kelly! MIND OVER FINGER: www.mindoverfinger.com https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, which helps cover some of the costs associated with the production of the podcast. Thank you for your support.)
Trumpet soloist Buddy Deshler is an ambassador for the transformative powers of the arts, champion of living composers, and agent for change in the instrumental music field. His burgeoning career has taken him around the country, as well as internationally, and has allowed him to share the stage with ensembles such as the King’s Brass, The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass, Foden's Band of Sandbach, Cheshire, his own Vice City Brass, and Marquee Brass, and as of 2017, the illustrious Dallas Brass. In addition, Buddy has performed with the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, Richmond Symphony Orchestra, Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra, York Symphony, Delaware Symphony, Washington Chamber Orchestra, Concert Artists of Baltimore, American Festival Pops Orchestra, and more. He has also been in residency at the Sewanee Summer Music Festival, Rafael Mendez Brass Institute, Le Domaine Forget in Quebec and the Banff Centre in Alberta, Canada. Buddy presently resides in Midlothian, VA as an active freelance musician and educator. He holds a B.M. in Instrumental Performance and an Artist Diploma from the Frost School of Music, University of Miami and an M.M. Peabody Institute, Johns Hopkins University. His primary teachers have included Dennis Edelbrock, Phil Snedecor, Craig Morris, and Josef Burgstaller. In this fun and lively discussion, we cover: How his life has forever been changed for the better due to his time with Andrew & Lance as an intern Fred Brass Tidewater Brass Entrepreneurial Student lectures Taking initiative The influence of Buddy's Mom TES Event Planner Lance's theory of technological competence as it relates to age Joining Dallas Brass "Frustratingly Refined" The importance of being organized Balancing the various parts of his career How he's planning for the future LINKS: Buddy's personal site TES Event Planner Fred Brass Tidewater Brass Buddy's Instagram account Dallas Brass Buddy on TEM episode 142 Buddy on TBJ episode 5 Want to help the show? Here are some ways: Help others find the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes. Show us some love on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Help us pay the bills (and get regular bonus episodes!) by becoming a Patreon patron. Show some love to our sponsors: The brass program at The Mary Pappert School of Music at Duquesne University and Parker Mouthpieces (including the Andrew Hitz and Lance LaDuke models.) Tell your friends! Expertly produced by Will Houchin with love, care, and enthusiasm.
Lectures might be a great way to teach people about things, but they aren’t a great way to teach people to do things. At the Frost School of Music the faculty has reinvented how musicians are prepared by designing a rigorous program that nurtures risk-taking, creative thinking, and performance. Learn why educators from across the country are traveling to Miami to see the only school taking this groundbreaking approach. Hear about alums who are better able to create music collaboratively, take risks, and navigate the world to get their music heard. This new approach to teaching has implications beyond music as leaders in every industry continue to press for teamwork, innovative problem solving, and creativity to ensure our successful future.
2-time GRAMMY-nominated Drummer, Composer, Bandleader, Educator and MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, Dafnis Prieto joins the show for the first time! Since his arrival to New York in 1999 from Cuba, Prieto has worked in bands led by Henry Threadgill, Steve Coleman, Eddie Palmieri, Chico and Arturo O'Farrill, Dave Samuels and The Caribbean Jazz Project, Jane Bunnett, D.D. Jackson, Edward Simon, Michel Camilo, Chucho Valdés, Bebo Valdés, Roy Hargrove, Don Byron, and Andrew Hill, among others. In 2006, Prieto received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Latin Jazz Album for his album “Absolute Quintet”. He also received a Latin GRAMMY nomination for Best New Artist in 2007. In 2011, Prieto was named a MacArthur “Genius" Fellow with his citation reading: “Electrifying audiences with dazzling technical abilities and rhythmically adventurous compositions while infusing Latin jazz with a bold new energy and sound.” Prieto is the founder of the independent music company Dafnison Music. He was a faculty member of Jazz Studies at NYU from 2005 to 2014, and in 2015 became a faculty member at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. In 2016 Prieto published the critically acclaimed drumming instructional book, “A World of Rhythmic Possibilities: Drumming Lessons and Reflections on Rhythms”. A leader of seven acclaimed albums, his most recent album release is “Back to the Sunset” with the Dafnis Prieto Big Band, collaborating with GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY-winning producer Eric Oberstein and joined by special guests Henry Threadgill, Steve Coleman, and Brian Lynch. We talk about his early development in Cuba, his compositional style and influences, working with some of the top latin jazz and jazz musicians in the world, his 2016 drumming instructional Book “A world of rhythmic possibilities”, his latest album “Back to the Sunset” and much, much more!
3-time Grammy Nominee John Daversa, a renowned Jazz trumpeter, composer, arranger, producer and bandleader joins the show for the first time! He is a winner of the Herb Alpert Award, David Joel Miller Award, the National Trumpet Competition, the ITG Jazz Soloist Competition, and finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition, and a 3-time Grammy nominee. He has performed on world stages such as The Today Show, Late Nite with David Letterman, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Live 8 (Berlin), Hamburg Music Festival, Java Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreux Festival, and the Playboy Jazz Festival. He has also had the opportunity to perform or record with artists such as Fiona Apple, Michael Bublé, Dori Caymi, Andraé Crouch, Sheryl Crow, Herbie Hancock, The Bob Mintzer Big Band, and The Yellowjackets. In 1996, he founded the John Daversa Progressive Big Band. Junk Wagon: The Big Band Album (2011), won Best in Show and Awards of Excellence in Creativity/Originality and Production in The Global Music Awards. In 2016, Daversa released “Kaleidoscope Eyes: Music of the Beatles a big band album with an orchestra of almost 60, featuring vocal artists Renee Olstead and Katisse Buckingham. The album was nominated for 3 Grammy Awards for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album, Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella and Best Arrangement, Instrumental and Vocals. His latest album is “Wobbly Dance Flower”, released 2017, featuring Bob Mintzer. As an educator, Daversa earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from The University of California, a Master of Fine Arts degree in Jazz Studies at California Institute of the Arts, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California. After teaching at both USC and California State University Northridge, he is now the chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost School of Music at University of Miami.
Bone2Pick hits the road and heads to the sunshine state for a dynamic sit down with the brilliant and incomparable John Daversa. Multiple Grammy Award nominee and Chair of the Studio Music and Jazz program at the preeminent Frost School of Music of the University of Miami, John generously shares his insight, vision and passion on a variety of topics including his love for teaching and his students, leading and writing for his renown John Daversa Progressive Big Band, building his exceptionally successful career as a player, composer and educator in Los Angeles, what it takes to get into the Frost School of Music and become a successful musician after graduating, the state and future of jazz education and what the legendary Bob Mintzer has meant to him personally and musically. As he does with his music, John’s outlook and attitude will inspire you at every turn. Enjoy! Check out our video lesson series at: http://vimeo.com/hipbonemusic/vod_pages
Lincoln Cleary has worked or shared a stage with stars like Flo Rida, The Game, Beyonce, Seal, Stevie Wonder, not to mention jamming with one the greatest musicians of all time—Prince. He’s a graduate of the world-renowned Frost School of Music, knows his pilsners from his IPAs, and is well on his way to becoming one of the most respected and in-demand musicians in L.A. It’s a big After Hours welcome to Mr. Lincoln Cleary. We were in the theatre every night performing for five hundred people … we drank an obscene amount and chased girls and did all the things that Royal Caribbean did not want us to do.Lincoln Cleary Lincoln Cleary Discusses: Growing up in Denver Early piano lessons Jazz Piano Frost School of Music Early gigs Moving out to L.A. Artists Lincoln's played with Jamming with Prince Playing with Flo Rida Playing the Hillary Clinton Benefit Touring with American Idol winner Lee DeWyze Playing halftime at the NFC Championship Touring with Anna Nalick Earl St. Clair Drugs and alcohol Troydon Murison An unexpected birthday surprise! Pics https://www.instagram.com/p/BLBwRzcBS_7/ Links Lincoln Cleary - Instagram Lincoln Cleary - Facebook Lincoln Cleary - Spotify Lee DeWyze "An Acoustic Evening" - YouTube American Idol Star throws tantrum after snub at Nick’s STICKUM - "Spanish Joint" Troydon Murison - SoundCloud
In this episode, I'm chatting with music therapist Kimberly Sena Moore. Kimberly talks about how she and her family navigated 5 years of major transitions, her role as a music therapist in the academic setting, and her approach to parenting as a full-time working mom. Kimberly is a board certified music therapist who joined the University of Miami's Frost School of Music in Fall 2014 as an Assistant Professor of Practice and Clinical Training Director. Through her role as Regulatory Affairs Associate for the Certification Board for Music Therapists, she is involved in state-level advocacy, legislative, and policy issues affecting music therapy practice. Online, Dr. Sena Moore co-hosts the Music Therapy Round Table podcast, and blogs at “Your Musical Self” for Psychology Today and Music Therapy Maven. Her clinical and research interests center on music therapy and emotion regulation development in neurodevelopmentally at-risk children. For show notes from this episode, visit www.guitarsandgranolabars.com.
In the current violinist-eat-violinist atmosphere for graduates of conservatories and university music schools, some institutions of higher musical learning are trying to bring academic training closer to the realities of the job market. "Curricula that might have been relevant in 1890 or 1990 might not be as relevant today,” Richard Kessler, dean of the Mannes College, The New School for Music, explains in this Conducting Business podcast. Mannes, one of New York’s three big conservatories, is in the process of revamping its entire curriculum, adding required courses in music entrepreneurship along with studies in technology, composition and improvisation. It is aligning itself more closely with its parent institution, the New School, while scaling back traditional music theory and history coursework. The idea: to broaden the range of skills music students have to compete in the real world. “If you’re really committed to learning, you can assess these programs, no matter how traditional, no matter how long-standing and in some cases no matter how revered,” Kessler added. New for-profit models are also being explored. The University of Miami’s Frost School of Music and Universal Music Classics, the world’s largest recording label, last month announced a partnership designed to “grow the next generation” of classical music artists and audiences. A new curriculum requires all of the school’s undergraduates, regardless of major, to take classes in music business, technology and entrepreneurship. Elizabeth Sobol, the president and CEO of Universal Classics, said that the venture "addresses a bigger problem we’re having right now: we’re not training the next generation of industry impresarios and industry business leaders." Conservatories, she said, are also not reflecting a growing desire for nontraditional concert experiences in spaces like bars, clubs and parks. Performance opportunities for classically-trained musicians have long been limited in a pop culture world. A 2010 study by Indiana University underscored that point, finding that 49 percent of recent music conservatory alumni are doing work “somewhat” or “closely” related to their training, while just 19 percent spend “a majority of their work time as musicians.” But curricular reform can be difficult for tradition-bound conservatories, where elite private teachers have considerable clout and a business course may seem like a distraction. What's more, young artists may not have an aptitude for formulating marketing plans or booking tour dates. David Cutler, author of The Savvy Musician, and director of music entrepreneurship at the University of South Carolina, argues that there are ways to fold entrepreneurial training into an existing school curriculum. “An example of this might be the traditional degree recital,” he explained. Most undergraduate performance majors are required to do a recital as a requirement for their degrees. "If it’s important for us to attract new audiences, maybe we can use this as a playground for doing actually that. So perhaps part of the recital requirement might be: you need to get 200 people there to get an A, or 150 people there to get a B." Students might also be graded on how they can rethink the presentation to include multimedia or other visual elements. Cutler added, “There’s some good news here in that more schools are changing their model to include more 21st century skills.” Listen to the full segment above and tell us what you think in the comments box below: How should conservatories better prepare students for the realities of the job market?