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Artist Interview: The Kickback
This is the first in a series of interviews with bands outside of the classical music industry. Many classical musicians say that they would like to learn what works well for other genres and apply those lessons to getting their own music seen and heard. We hope this serves as
Choose a Creative Job That’s Right for You
When I was a kid, if you had asked me about choosing a creative job, I would have told you I would be an Olympic figure skater. (At age 12, I realized that my fear of falling would absolutely preclude that outcome.) Over the next five years, I had absolute
5 Reasons Creative Types Need Vacations
There is nothing more gratifying than the anticipation that comes with nearing a few days off from work. It is an exhilarating feeling — and the good thing is that it sticks around for a little while. Those who are particularly creative or work in a creative field, such as
Podcast #4: Mona Golabek
This month’s podcast is a very special one. Our guest, Mona Golabek, is an extraordinary pianist and writer who created and stars in the one-woman show The Pianist of Willesden Lane. The Pianist of Willesden Lane has toured all over the US (and recently premiered in London) and tells the
Graduate School for Musicians: Pros & Cons
Advanced degrees in music can provide tremendous benefits and resources. Undergraduate degrees are often loaded with other academic requirements or distractions depending on where you attend, and your time and attention have a lot of demands placed on them. But is graduate school for music the best investment? For years,
The Importance of Self-Expression
Several months ago, I watched a YouTube clip of an octogenarian dance the tango with a man at least half her age, complete with aerials, flips and spins.You may have seen this same video — it was an important example of pure self-expression. It was inspiring and also frightening at