For this episode we interview a local legend Jay Matheson. He's got an amazing community "Music Industry Job Fair" event coming up August 16th at the Richland County Public Library on Assembly, 11 a.m. that you won't want to miss. Open to anyone and everyone, free and primarily for aspiring musicians and audio engineers. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, so be sure to check it out.

The Varna International Music Academy (VIMA), based in Columbia, SC, specializes in classical concerts and international music academies. VIMA has 25 years of experience producing choral-orchestral concerts and fully staged operas in over 30 countries. Co-founding directors, Kalin and Sharon Tchonev, believe music plays a vital role in making the world a more intimate, unified, and loving place. Since its inception in 1999, Varna International's goal has been to provide aspiring and professional musicians with the opportunity to hone their craft through expert training and unparalleled performance opportunities in global venues. Enjoy this special podcast with guests: Kalin Tchonev (CEO and International Director) Sharon Tchonev: (Operations Director) and Ava Rodgers: (Event Coordinator and Academy Manager) discussing their upcoming concerts in South Carolina!