How do you define thriving? What do you do during transitions? When do we need to access new tools and techniques? This episode features composer, author, performing, and music educator, Adrain Gordon as we explore his career as an orchestral conductor/educator, composer, and author of a new book, “Note to Self.” You’ll walk away from this episode with questions to keep you motivated, centered, and balanced. 

Learn more about Mr. Adrian Gordon: https://www.adriangordonmusic.com/bio 

Get your copy of “Note to Self” by Mr. Gordon: https://www.adriangordonmusic.com/bio-1 or find it on Amazon

Learn more about ASTA (American String Teachers Association) https://www.astastrings.org/ 

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cWTVcxBioek 

Looking for more to reach? Order your copy of “The Business of Choir”: https://www.giamusic.com/store/resource/the-business-of-choir-book-g10713 or check out the website, businessofchoir.com. 

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**Show music originally written by Mr. Todd Monsell

**Show photography provided by Dr. Dan Biggerstaff