Michael Lowenstern, widely considered one of the finest bass clarinetists in the world, has performed, recorded and toured as a soloist and with ensembles of every variety.

He has performed with groups such as the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and the Klezmatics, and has 6 solo recordings to date.

Michael's Earspasm YouTube channel contains hundreds of videos that have become a source of information and edutainment for millions of viewers across the globe. And when he's not teaching via the internet, he's traveling regularly as a guest lecturer at universities across the world. When he's stuck in New York, Michael serves on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music and the Juilliard School.

The link to his full biography, along with more Resources for this episode, is on our website.

Here's what you'll discover in this episode:

• the importance of knowing your audience
• how being a musician benefits every aspect of your life
• why Mike is "snarky" in his videos
• how he came up with the name, Earspasm
• why his videos are not all about him performing
• and what does it take to be a "musician" today.

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