In this episode of the ArtsBound Podcast, I’m joined by artist-teacher-activist, Kendra Ross. Kendra has worked across multiple sectors of the music industry. Dig into her history, and you'll find her in the recording studio, on stage with a touring show, behind a departmental director's desk at Universal Music, in the classroom as a professor, and in the community as a consultant, activist, and storyteller. She has a great deal of wisdom and advice to share, including the importance of knowing the driving purpose behind the work you do.

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In the episode of the ArtsBound Podcast, I’m joined by mother and music teacher, Meg McQue. Before making the choice to stay at home with her children, Meg taught elementary music in the public schools for several years. Her experience is a great example of finding work-life balance, and allowing your professional work to serve your desired lifestyle (rather than the other way around!).

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In the episode of the ArtsBound Podcast, I’m joined by luthier and guitarist John Panaccio. As a tradesman, John occupies an often overlooked role with the performing arts world. He shares his passion for the craft, explains how he came across the profession, and offers great advice for anyone interested in exploring this age-old art form.

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In this episode, I’m joined by music therapist, Kory Antonacci. Kory is the Creative and Expressive Arts Therapy Program Coordinator at Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh. She discusses what it was like to discover her life passion in high school after considering other career options that didn’t seem like quite the right fit. Kory explains the scope and nature of the work of a music therapist and details the necessary steps for getting started on this path.

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Jasper van Dijk studied film music and sound design at Berklee College of Music. He lives and works in LA. Jasper talks about finding clarity in career-based decisions, getting started in the film music industry, the role of parent and family support, and the importance of doing what you love.

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In this episode, actor Tess Marshall joins me to discuss her life as a stage performer. Tess has worked across Manhattan and the US, performing in musicals and other live productions. She has one of the most clear-headed stances I’ve encountered with regards to making a career as a performer, and a perspective on life that I think anyone would find inspiring.

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Chris Leidhecker joins me for the first episode of the ArtBound Podcast. He shares the path he took to becoming a gigging/touring Nashville-based drummer, finding work-life balance as a gig-worker, and why where you go to college isn’t as important as what you do while you’re there. Plus, he has great words of encouragement for anyone looking to go into music or the other performing arts.

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