Within The Musician

Importance of music for young and old minds! Today Stephan Betz and I are going to talk about the intricacy of the brain, and how music can affect the development. How music can actually help students experiencing challenges in academics. We’ll talk about why it might be easier to start as an earlier student, but also how it can really benefit starting as an adult. We are also going to talk about what music therapy is, how it’s helpful and who it’s helpful too.About Stephan Betz: ...

On tooday I am going to talk aboutMy personal journey of improvisation What improvisation really is anyway. Why I like introducing it into my teachingWhy and how I think it is beneficial to classical musiciansAnd we will go over some excersise to get started as a musician or ways to start it as a teacher- and even on zoom!!!!Feel free to reach out with any questions or feedback. I can be reached at www.bayareaflutist.com or [email protected]

On today's episode I am talking with Lea Pearson is the author of Body Mapping for Flutists: What Every Flute Teacher Needs to Know About the Body and numerous articles in professional magazines. Those publications and her years of successful pain-relief outcomes with musicians have gained her international acclaim. She is a sought-after trainer and speaker and has presented and taught workshops at more than 40 universities, military bases, conferences, and conventions throughout the world.To...

On this episode Suz Pulinski and I talk about the mindset needed to move forward in 2021. Suz is they creator of the Rockstar planner book, She is an expert in her field - bringing home the importance of planning and strategizing in a really effective way. On today’s show we will talk about how she started on this path to empower musicians. We will also talk about how to set goals and maintain them- again without the burnout. Follow Suz, the Rockstar advocate here...

In this episode Josh Boyd gives great insight into what it is like being a band director during covid. He talks about virutal and inperson learning, and how to navigate between the two. I loved his insight into building community within your band programs! Definetly check out his podcast 'Directing Bands' below! Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5aNBzNBNNXh3H3eH9p7IBUListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/directing-band/id1524501038Instigram @directingtheband Tw...

On this episode I have two private instructors: Stephen Evans and Irina Fatykhova. Private music instructors have a very unique position. Our instruction is completely individualized. As creative instructors we teach the whole musician. Often our job is to find out how a students week went, what challenges did they have that week? What breakthroughs did they have that week? How did they enjoy or connect to the music? And how can I help you strategies so this next week is better. Well, with so...

Guest Sherry Finzer gives us lots of insight about New Age music and the power it has to heal. And right now more than ever- I think we all can use a little healing. On this episode we are going to talk about what New Age Music is.... How it can help us heal... What mindfulness is.. And how music can help us be more mindful.... On this episode we talked about all of the following, check Sherry and all of her amazing projects out here:Website:www.sherryfinzer.comFacebookhttps:...

In this episode Nicole Hand talks about empowering artists to have financial freedom. She believes Artists do not need to choose between a creative career and financial stability. She is going to share her journey, and give us some ideas on how to get started building our wealth. Follow Nicole on Instagram @artistwithabundance or on her website at www.artistwithabundance.com Nicole teaches bassoon, saxophone, piano, and has great articles, resources and courses for artist that want...

This 2020 was challenging, but there were so many lessons learned. In this episdoe I talk about what I am grateful for. I have found a life purpose in teaching, and sharing music and for 2021 I am surrendering. There is uncertanty, and I need to have flexiblity in that. I also talk about the move Soul by Pixar/Disney, and how it relates to my person life.This episode is just me, but looking forward to bringing lots of guests to you this New Year!

Staying healthy for the New YearOn today’s episode we explore the most common New Years resolution: Health, weight loss, and wellness. So today I am bring an expert dietician on our show to discuss how we as musicians can be healthier and have longer and more successful careers. We will also talk about foods that can support us during stressful audition, touring, or recording projects, as well as foods that will support our immune system as the pandemic is still raging in many areas.A bit abo...