Feeding the Starving Artist: Finding Success as an Arts Entrepreneur

Clarence rejoins Rick and Ron on the podcast.

Clarence is one of the busiest jazz drummers in the world, a leader of multiple bands, a composer, a prolific producer, and a music educator.

He's an accomplished jazz drummer, highly regarded for his impressive skills in music composition, production, and education.

Since his arrival in New York City in 1991, Penn has worked with an extensive list of renowned musicians, including Ellis and Wynton Marsalis, Betty Carter, and Michael Brecker, among others.

He has also toured extensively and recorded a myriad of studio albums, covering a wide range of jazz expressions.

Clarence Penn joins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Clarence is one of the busiest jazz drummers in the world, a leader of multiple bands, a composer, a prolific producer, and an educator.

He's an accomplished jazz drummer, is highly regarded for his impressive skills in music composition, production, and education. Since his arrival in New York City in 1991, Penn has worked with an extensive list of renowned musicians, including Ellis and Wynton Marsalis, Betty Carter, and Michael Brecker, among others. He has also toured extensively and recorded a myriad of studio albums, covering a wide range of jazz expressions.

Rick and Ron continue their conversation with drummer David Agee. David holds the drumset chair for the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters.  With the Sea Chanters, Agee has performed at the White House, NFL halftime shows, and the Fireworks Spectacular with the Boston Pops. 

David is also active as a freelancer and music educator around Washington, DC. 

Known as a musical chameleon, versed in jazz, funk, pop, sydeco, and musical theatre, David is in demand as a first-call percussionist in the DCarea.

David has music degrees from Clemson University and Depaul University

Rick and Ron host drummer David Agee to the podcast. David holds the drumset chair for the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters.  With the Sea Chanters, Agee has performed at the White House, NFL halftime shows, and the Fireworks Spectacular with the Boston Pops. 

David is also active as a freelancer and music educator around Washington, DC. 

Known as a musical chameleon, versed in jazz, funk, pop, sydeco, and musical theatre, David is in demand as a first-call percussionist in the DCarea.

David has music degrees from Clemson University and Depaul University

Mike Geib joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a freelance musician, composer, educator, and recording artist.

Mike is a bassist, based in Oklahoma City how is has been called a musical chameleon who thrives in classical, jazz and pop mediums. He has performed with Benny Golson, Kenny Garrett, Divo, and the Lyric Opera of Oklahoma. He is on the faculty of the University of Central Oklahoma and recently released his new CD, "Don't Panic."

We arethrilled to have with us today, Michael Geib. 

Mikeis making his second appearance on the Feeding the Starving Podcast. 

As a Doublebassist Mike is a true musical chameleon, he thrives in every artistic context.  He is a performer, composer, recordingartists and music educator. 

He hasperformed with countless notable artists, including Benny Golson, KennyGarrett, and Il Divo.  

Mikecalls Oklahoma City his home and maintains an active performance career withthe LyricTheatre of Oklahoma and as a free lance artist.  He is on the faculty of the University ofCentral Oklahoma.

We’realso thrilled to learn about his recently released CD, “Don’t Panic.”

We arethrilled to have with us today, Michael Geib. 

Mikeis making his second appearance on the Feeding the Starving Podcast. 

As a Doublebassist Mike is a true musical chameleon, he thrives in every artistic context.  He is a performer, composer, recordingartists and music educator. 

He hasperformed with countless notable artists, including Benny Golson, KennyGarrett, and Il Divo.  

Mikecalls Oklahoma City his home and maintains an active performance career withthe LyricTheatre of Oklahoma and as a free lance artist.  He is on the faculty of the University ofCentral Oklahoma.

We’realso thrilled to learn about his recently released CD, “Don’t Panic.”

Rick and Ron use Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality as a basis to help creative artists bring a fearless, relentless pursuit of absolute excellence to their art.

Join Rick and Ron as they welcome Curtis King to the podcast. Curtis is a multi-talented vocalist who is currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.

Curtis' repertoire includes pop, R&B and jazz. He has developed a unique and personal style of vocalization, often using body percussion - creating a personal language that speaks to many.

Curtis is in demand as a background singer and has been featured in numerous jingles, including being the "voice" of Bojangles. He has also provided vocals for artists such as Luther Vandross, Natalie Cole, Billy Joel, Madonna, and most recently Trey Anastasio (Phish).

In addition to his tours with Bruce Springsteen, he has provided supporting vocals for Carly Simon, James Taylor, Steely Dan, and Pavarotti.

Join Rick and Ron as they share road stories and advice for artistic excellence with Curtis King.

Curtis King is an amazing vocalist, with a versatility that is rare.

His repertoire includes pop, R&B and jazz, and has developed a unique and personal style of vocalization, a sound that is African and Asian inspired, often using body percussion - creating a world vibe, or a personal language that speaks to many.

Curtis is currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen and has provided background vocals for hundreds of projects and artists such as Luther Vandross, Natalie Cole, Billy Joel, Madonna, and most recently Trey Anastasio (Phish).

In addition with his tours with Bruce Springsteen, he has provided supporting vocals for Carly Simon, James Taylor, Steely Dan, Pavarotti and has worked with such notable producers as Phil Ramone, Kevin Shirley, Barry Eastman, Nile Rodgers, Jim Steinman, Russ Titleman and Arif Mardin.

Join Rick and Ron as they host Curtis King to the Feeding the Starving Arts podcast!

Join Rick and Ron as they welcome Bryan Uhl back to the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast.

Bryan is a trumpet player who graduated with music degrees from Iowa State University and the University of North Texas. During his career Bryan has enjoyed a varied and prolific performing career.

In his 20-year tenure with the West Point Band (NY), Bryan performed everything from big band jazz, classical chamber music at major sporting events, and for military and State Department ceremonial functions. 

Following his service as a West Point musician, Bryan is now a freelance trumpet player living in the New York area.

During his career he has provided entertainment in theme parks, such as Busch Gardens (VA) and Walt Disney World (FL).

Prior to joining the Back to the Future pit orchestra, Bryan is in demand as a free-lancer all over metro New York. Bryan also appears on the Radio City Christmas Spectacular orchestra.

Rick and Ron welcome Bryan Uhl to the Feeding the Artist Podcast.

Bryan is a trumpet player who graduated with music degrees from Iowa State University and the University of North Texas. During his career Bryan has enjoyed a varied and prolific performing career.

In his 20-year tenure with the West Point Band (NY), Bryan performed everything from big band jazz, and classical chamber music at major sporting events, and for military and State Department ceremonial functions. 

Following his service as a West Point musician, Bryan is now a freelance trumpet player living in the New York area.

During his career he has provided entertainment in theme parks, such as Busch Gardens (VA) and Walt Disney World (FL).

Prior to joining the Back to the Future orchestra, You can find Bryan as a pit musician on Broadway, plays with the Back to the Future orchestra, and holds a trumpet chair in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular orchestra.