Percussionist and organizer Marcia McCants shares her story of growing up in the DMV-area and falling in love first with the snare drum and later with the marimba.  After nearly 2 decades of performing, learning, and teaching music that she rarely saw herself represented in, she decided to change that, herself.  Marcia has started the Percussion Consortium Project to raise money for BIPOC composer to create new works so that more percussions and musicians like Marcia can be seen and heard in the style of music they perform, learn and teach.  In addition, we talk about overcoming injuries, the challenges of studying classical music during 2020 and the Covid era, as well as the exciting projects she has coming up this year.  Go follow Marcia  on all platforms and donate to her fundraiser today. You can learn more at the links below.   GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/985eee35 ISG: @marciajmccants Facebook: @marcia.mccants.1   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Percussionist and organizer Marcia McCants shares her story of growing up in the DMV-area and falling in love first with the snare drum and later with the marimba.  After nearly 2 decades of performing, learning, and teaching music that she rarely saw herself represented in, she decided to change that, herself.  Marcia has started the Percussion Consortium Project to raise money for BIPOC composer to create new works so that more percussions and musicians like Marcia can be seen and heard in the style of music they perform, learn and teach.  In addition, we talk about overcoming injuries, the challenges of studying classical music during 2020 and the Covid era, as well as the exciting projects she has coming up this year.  Go follow Marcia  on all platforms and donate to her fundraiser today. You can learn more at the links below. GoFundMe: <a href="https://gofund.me/985eee35" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://gofund.me/985eee35</a> ISG: @marciajmccants Facebook: @marcia.mccants.1 A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 36 Marcia McCants

Alana Wiesing

Percussionist, educator, and principal timpanist of the Tucson Symphony Alana Wiesing shares her story of growing up in Phoenix, Arizona, going to school at Indiana University and then winning a job in her home-state hours from where she grew up, a dream job for her.  We talk about her insights into auditions, mental health, work-life balance and she gives a mini-masterclass on what the timpani are and how the timpani work.  Go follow Alana on all platforms and as well as the Tucson Symphony and her non-profit, the Network for Diversity in Concert Percussion. You can learn more at the links below.   Website: percussiondiversitynetwork.org &amp; tucsonsymphony.org ISG: @alana.wiesing Facebook: @alana.wiesing   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Percussionist, educator, and principal timpanist of the Tucson Symphony Alana Wiesing shares her story of growing up in Phoenix, Arizona, going to school at Indiana University and then winning a job in her home-state hours from where she grew up, a dream job for her.  We talk about her insights into auditions, mental health, work-life balance and she gives a mini-masterclass on what the timpani are and how the timpani work.  Go follow Alana on all platforms and as well as the Tucson Symphony and her non-profit, the Network for Diversity in Concert Percussion. You can learn more at the links below. Website: <a href="http://percussiondiversitynetwork.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">percussiondiversitynetwork.org</a> &amp; <a href="http://tucsonsymphony.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tucsonsymphony.org</a> ISG: @alana.wiesing Facebook: @alana.wiesing A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 35 Alana Wiesing

Bassist, songwriter, and educator Sam Fruend shares his story of growing up in St. Louis and moving to New Orleans, and eventually Nashville with his band Stoop Kids.  In part 2, we talk about meditation, struggles of Covid, and the background and stories surrounding his debut solo record.  Go follow Sam and his bands on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   ISG: @stoopkidsmusic &amp; @samf_bass Facebook: @stoopkidsmusic Bandcamp: stoopkidsmusic.bandcamp.com Solo album: The Happy One   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Bassist, songwriter, and educator Sam Fruend shares his story of growing up in St. Louis and moving to New Orleans, and eventually Nashville with his band Stoop Kids.  In part 2, we talk about meditation, struggles of Covid, and the background and stories surrounding his debut solo record.  Go follow Sam and his bands on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below. ISG: @stoopkidsmusic &amp; @samf_bass Facebook: @stoopkidsmusic Bandcamp: <a href="http://stoopkidsmusic.bandcamp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stoopkidsmusic.bandcamp.com</a> Solo album: The Happy One A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 34 Sam Fruend - Part 2

Bassist, songwriter, and educator Sam Fruend shares his story of growing up in St. Louis and moving to New Orleans, and eventually Nashville with his band Stoop Kids.  In part 1, we talk about growing up together in St. Louis, being a bassist, meaning of life as an artist, and how we became musicians and artists.  Go follow Sam and his bands on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   ISG: @stoopkidsmusic &amp; @samf_bass Facebook: @stoopkidsmusic Bandcamp: stoopkidsmusic.bandcamp.com Solo album: The Happy One   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Bassist, songwriter, and educator Sam Fruend shares his story of growing up in St. Louis and moving to New Orleans, and eventually Nashville with his band Stoop Kids.  In part 1, we talk about growing up together in St. Louis, being a bassist, meaning of life as an artist, and how we became musicians and artists.  Go follow Sam and his bands on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below. ISG: @stoopkidsmusic &amp; @samf_bass Facebook: @stoopkidsmusic Bandcamp: <a href="http://stoopkidsmusic.bandcamp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stoopkidsmusic.bandcamp.com</a> Solo album: The Happy One A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 34 Sam Fruend - Part 1

Evan Chapman

Percussionist, composer, videographer, filmmaker, educator, and all around creative Evan Chapman shares her story, process, insights, and approach to the life of an artist.  We talk about his journey from growing up making skate videos to making videos from legends like Wynton Marsalis and Renée Fleming.  We talk about how he’s transitioned from school to his professional career and much more.  Go follow Evan on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   Website: evanmchapman.com AND fourtenmedia.net ISG: @evanmchapman AND @fourtenmedia Youtube: @ysmnthelight Streaming: squarepegroundhole.me/   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Percussionist, composer, videographer, filmmaker, educator, and all around creative Evan Chapman shares her story, process, insights, and approach to the life of an artist.  We talk about his journey from growing up making skate videos to making videos from legends like Wynton Marsalis and Renée Fleming.  We talk about how he’s transitioned from school to his professional career and much more.  Go follow Evan on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below. Website: <a href="http://evanmchapman.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">evanmchapman.com</a> AND <a href="http://fourtenmedia.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fourtenmedia.net</a> ISG: @evanmchapman AND @fourtenmedia Youtube: @ysmnthelight Streaming: <a href="http://squarepegroundhole.me/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">squarepegroundhole.me/</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 33 Evan Chapman

Percussionist, composer, educator, drummer, singer, arranger Victor Pablo originally from Puerto Rico now living in Brooklyn who has been ON and OFF Broadway joins today to share his story of growing up in a musical family to studying with Alan Abel to playing on Broadway shows like Lion King and more.  Victor talks about the percussion landscape, the orchestral percussion system, and his guilty pleasure Blink 182.  Go follow Victor on all platforms and get. You can learn more at the links below.   Website: victorpablomusic.com ISG: @vitopalos Facebook: @victor.pablo   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Percussionist, composer, educator, drummer, singer, arranger Victor Pablo originally from Puerto Rico now living in Brooklyn who has been ON and OFF Broadway joins today to share his story of growing up in a musical family to studying with Alan Abel to playing on Broadway shows like Lion King and more.  Victor talks about the percussion landscape, the orchestral percussion system, and his guilty pleasure Blink 182.  Go follow Victor on all platforms and get. You can learn more at the links below. Website: <a href="http://victorpablomusic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">victorpablomusic.com</a> ISG: @vitopalos Facebook: @victor.pablo A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 32 Victor Pablo

Puerto Rican cuatro player, singer, songwriter, arrange, and composer Fabiola Méndez shares her story of growing up in Puerto Rico and moving to Boston to study at the Berklee College of Music.  We talk about her new record Afrorriqueña, the recording process, releasing the album during Covid and more.  We talk about her experience as an educator, activist, and arts advocate.  Go follow Fabiola on all platforms and get tickets to her album release show on Friday, April 23rd. You can learn more at the links below.   Website: fabiolamendezmusic.com Album Release Show: https://pr-usa.palco4.com/prtickets/en/fabiolamendez ISG: @fabiolamari20 Facebook: @FabiolaMendezMusic Bandcamp: fabiolamendez.bandcamp.com/releases   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Puerto Rican cuatro player, singer, songwriter, arrange, and composer Fabiola Méndez shares her story of growing up in Puerto Rico and moving to Boston to study at the Berklee College of Music.  We talk about her new record Afrorriqueña, the recording process, releasing the album during Covid and more.  We talk about her experience as an educator, activist, and arts advocate.  Go follow Fabiola on all platforms and get tickets to her album release show on Friday, April 23rd. You can learn more at the links below. Website: <a href="http://fabiolamendezmusic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fabiolamendezmusic.com</a> Album Release Show: <a href="https://pr-usa.palco4.com/prtickets/en/fabiolamendez" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pr-usa.palco4.com/prtickets/en/fabiolamendez</a> ISG: @fabiolamari20 Facebook: @FabiolaMendezMusic Bandcamp: <a href="http://fabiolamendez.bandcamp.com/releases" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fabiolamendez.bandcamp.com/releases</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 31 Fabiola Méndez

Sidney Hopson

Percussionist and arts consultant Sidney Hopson shares his story of growing up in LA, starting college at age 12 and going onto having a multi-hyphenate career in the film/tv recording industry, the orchestral music industry, and public policy.  Having played with the LA Phil to Stevie Wonder to recording on over 100 film/tv soundtracks, that is only part of what Sidney gives to the world.  As an arts consultant, he continues to take work with organizations to dismantle the deep systemic racism that runs throughout organizations from funders to the musicians themselves.  Go follow Sidney on all his platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   ISG: @sidney.hopson Facebook: @sidneyhopson   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Percussionist and arts consultant Sidney Hopson shares his story of growing up in LA, starting college at age 12 and going onto having a multi-hyphenate career in the film/tv recording industry, the orchestral music industry, and public policy.  Having played with the LA Phil to Stevie Wonder to recording on over 100 film/tv soundtracks, that is only part of what Sidney gives to the world.  As an arts consultant, he continues to take work with organizations to dismantle the deep systemic racism that runs throughout organizations from funders to the musicians themselves.  Go follow Sidney on all his platforms. You can learn more at the links below. ISG: @sidney.hopson Facebook: @sidneyhopson A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 30 Sidney Hopson

Aaron Stokes

Cellist, organist, pianist, singer, and Minister of Music Aaron Stokes tells his story of growing up in Brooklyn in a religious and spiritual house to finding his own spirituality to premiering works with Ms. Lauryn Hill at the Hollywood Bowl.  He’s performed with the Harlem Chamber Players, played at the Sydney Opera House, with the Peace Studio in Kenya, acted and performed on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, recorded on the Joker soundtrack by Hilder Gudnadóttir and more.  Aaron shares his philosophies, truths, and joys as well as a nice afternoon cupcake.  Go follow Aaron &amp; his journey on all his platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   ISG: @kidinter Facebook: @huhquetudice   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida. 

Cellist, organist, pianist, singer, and Minister of Music Aaron Stokes tells his story of growing up in Brooklyn in a religious and spiritual house to finding his own spirituality to premiering works with Ms. Lauryn Hill at the Hollywood Bowl.  He’s performed with the Harlem Chamber Players, played at the Sydney Opera House, with the Peace Studio in Kenya, acted and performed on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, recorded on the Joker soundtrack by Hilder Gudnadóttir and more.  Aaron shares his philosophies, truths, and joys as well as a nice afternoon cupcake.  Go follow Aaron &amp; his journey on all his platforms. You can learn more at the links below. ISG: @kidinter Facebook: @huhquetudice A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a> Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.

29. Aaron Stokes

Jonathan Burke

Dancer &amp; teacher Jonathan Burke shares his story of growing up around dance, to taking lessons, to making it his life’s work particularly the world of Afro-Cuban folklore and popular dances.  After getting his growing up and getting his start in Boston, he moved to Washington D.C. where he performed, taught workshops, trained, and created choreography for the respected DC Casineros.  Now, in Atlanta he continues to carve his own path as a dancer, instructor, and practice of Regla de Ocha or more popularly known as Santeria.  We talk in-depth about his journey from Boston to Atlanta from culture to dance, the art of leading and following in dance, and the struggles of performing music that originated in a sacred space.  Go follow Jonathan on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   ISG: @jb_rumba Facebook: facebook.com/jonathan.GPA.burke Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzojzC-vGAw_HpPb7jz6cmw   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Dancer &amp; teacher Jonathan Burke shares his story of growing up around dance, to taking lessons, to making it his life’s work particularly the world of Afro-Cuban folklore and popular dances.  After getting his growing up and getting his start in Boston, he moved to Washington D.C. where he performed, taught workshops, trained, and created choreography for the respected DC Casineros.  Now, in Atlanta he continues to carve his own path as a dancer, instructor, and practice of Regla de Ocha or more popularly known as Santeria.  We talk in-depth about his journey from Boston to Atlanta from culture to dance, the art of leading and following in dance, and the struggles of performing music that originated in a sacred space.  Go follow Jonathan on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below. ISG: @jb_rumba Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/jonathan.GPA.burke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/jonathan.GPA.burke</a> Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzojzC-vGAw_HpPb7jz6cmw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzojzC-vGAw_HpPb7jz6cmw</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 28 Jonathan Burke

Called “one of the Boston music scene’s most valuable players”, percussionist Julian Loida launches ‘A Millennial Musician’ amidst the corona crisis featuring the stories of millennial musicians.  Part musician, part producer, part entrepreneur, Loida’s conversations range from interviews with musicians that bringing to light the personal experiences of young creatives from all walks of life to insights from industry professionals who hire these young creatives.  With an ever-changing world and the power of the podcast platform, these recorded interviews will preserve the stories of today and for those who will look back on this era.

Tahira Clayton

Vocalists, historians, and activists Hannah Grantham &amp; Tahira Clayton share their stories of growing up in the South, meeting at the world-renowned UNT jazz studies program, to re-connecting year’s later at the Women in Jazz Conference only to begin to realize the racial and sexist traumas that they had both faced particularly in college.  Hannah &amp; Tahira courageous talk in-depth through personal experience and historically about anti-blackness, anti-blackness in jazz, sexism in jazz, microaggressions, white supremacy, and the inherent issues with the institutionalization of jazz.  Go follow Tahira &amp; Hannah on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   Websites: tahiraclayton.com ISG: @ tee.clay + @musicmuseuming Facebook: @TahiraClaytonMusic   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Vocalists, historians, and activists Hannah Grantham &amp; Tahira Clayton share their stories of growing up in the South, meeting at the world-renowned UNT jazz studies program, to re-connecting year’s later at the Women in Jazz Conference only to begin to realize the racial and sexist traumas that they had both faced particularly in college.  Hannah &amp; Tahira courageous talk in-depth through personal experience and historically about anti-blackness, anti-blackness in jazz, sexism in jazz, microaggressions, white supremacy, and the inherent issues with the institutionalization of jazz.  Go follow Tahira &amp; Hannah on all platforms. You can learn more at the links below. Websites: <a href="http://tahiraclayton.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tahiraclayton.com</a> ISG: @ tee.clay + @musicmuseuming Facebook: @TahiraClaytonMusic A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 27 Tahira Clayton & Hannah Grantham

Conductor, violinist, and podcaster Daniel Cho tells his story of from a young age dreaming of becoming a conductor.  Now, conducting fellow of the Eugene Symphony and the assistant conductor of the Oregon Mozart players and Eugene Opera, Daniel reflects on the many oversights that the classical music organizations have made and continue to make from alienating audiences to thoughtless marketing plans.  As a podcaster, he shares the podcasts he loves, the importance of podcasts, and his personal approach to podcasting with his show, Con Fuoco.  Go follow Daniel &amp; his podcast on all his platforms. You can learn more at the links below.   Websites: buzzsprout.com/1302121 ISG: @chonductor &amp; @confuocopodcast Facebook: facebook.com/confuocopodcast   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Conductor, violinist, and podcaster Daniel Cho tells his story of from a young age dreaming of becoming a conductor.  Now, conducting fellow of the Eugene Symphony and the assistant conductor of the Oregon Mozart players and Eugene Opera, Daniel reflects on the many oversights that the classical music organizations have made and continue to make from alienating audiences to thoughtless marketing plans.  As a podcaster, he shares the podcasts he loves, the importance of podcasts, and his personal approach to podcasting with his show, Con Fuoco.  Go follow Daniel &amp; his podcast on all his platforms. You can learn more at the links below. Websites: <a href="http://buzzsprout.com/1302121" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buzzsprout.com/1302121</a> ISG: @chonductor &amp; @confuocopodcast Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/confuocopodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/confuocopodcast</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 26 Daniel Cho

Violinist Nicole Sauder shares how she came to love the violin, freelance in LA, to winning orchestra positions.  We talk about her genuine love of people and her curiosity to being inspired by the extraordinarily difficult and endless task of mastering an musical instrument.  Nicole is a dear friend and it was a very fitting way to end 2020. Go follow Nicole and the ensembles she plays in. You can learn more at the links below.   Ensembles: San Diego Symphony, Tucson Symphony, The New Century Chamber Orchestra ISG: @nicolelouise144   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Violinist Nicole Sauder shares how she came to love the violin, freelance in LA, to winning orchestra positions.  We talk about her genuine love of people and her curiosity to being inspired by the extraordinarily difficult and endless task of mastering an musical instrument.  Nicole is a dear friend and it was a very fitting way to end 2020. Go follow Nicole and the ensembles she plays in. You can learn more at the links below. Ensembles: San Diego Symphony, Tucson Symphony, The New Century Chamber Orchestra ISG: @nicolelouise144 A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 25 Nicole Sauder

Cameron Henry

Cameron Henry who is from St. Louis, went to Kirkwood High School and is now a sophomore at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music studying percussion talks with host Julian Loida about what school has been like from the beginning of Covid-19 into the winter months.  Host, Julian Loida is also from St. Louis, an alum of Kirkwood High, and IU, so they go into detail talking about what has changed and remained the same.  It’s a fun and insightful conversation between two generations of young percussionists. Go follow Cameron on his socials. You can learn more at the links below.   ISG: @cmhenrystl Youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=wr75d14S9KY     A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Cameron Henry who is from St. Louis, went to Kirkwood High School and is now a sophomore at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music studying percussion talks with host Julian Loida about what school has been like from the beginning of Covid-19 into the winter months.  Host, Julian Loida is also from St. Louis, an alum of Kirkwood High, and IU, so they go into detail talking about what has changed and remained the same.  It’s a fun and insightful conversation between two generations of young percussionists. Go follow Cameron on his socials. You can learn more at the links below. ISG: @cmhenrystl Youtube: <a href="http://youtube.com/watch?v=wr75d14S9KY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/watch?v=wr75d14S9KY</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 24 Cameron Henry

Founder Matt McArthur and community manager Maria Bartolotta from The Record Co. announce the opening of their new building, recording studios and community space this January 14, 2021.  They share insights into every decisions from the minutiae to grandiose.  As thought leaders, they share their insights into actions they’ve taken to create a diverse and inviting space for music makers, how they hope the new space will impact the community, and reminding us that more is more.  Go follow Maria, Matt, &amp; The Record Co. You can learn more at the links below.   Websites: therecordco.org ISG: @TherecordcoTRC Facebook: facebook.com/therecordco/     A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Founder Matt McArthur and community manager Maria Bartolotta from The Record Co. announce the opening of their new building, recording studios and community space this January 14, 2021.  They share insights into every decisions from the minutiae to grandiose.  As thought leaders, they share their insights into actions they’ve taken to create a diverse and inviting space for music makers, how they hope the new space will impact the community, and reminding us that more is more.  Go follow Maria, Matt, &amp; The Record Co. You can learn more at the links below. Websites: <a href="http://therecordco.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">therecordco.org</a> ISG: @TherecordcoTRC Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/therecordco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/therecordco/</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 23 The Record Co.

Flight Or Visibility (aka Rafael Natan) is an arts organizer, educator, and songwriter who believes that visibility is a superpower whether chosen or not. Using the violin and voice together, their classical punk music reminds us that activism is love, self-care is love, and it is our duty to express these loves. We talk about their programs and organizations they have founded, their education program, missions, and experience.  Go follow Flight or Visibility, their projects and new single. You can learn more at the links below.   Websites: flightorvisibility.com ISG: @flightorvisibility Facebook: facebook.com/flightorvisibility   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Flight Or Visibility (aka Rafael Natan) is an arts organizer, educator, and songwriter who believes that visibility is a superpower whether chosen or not. Using the violin and voice together, their classical punk music reminds us that activism is love, self-care is love, and it is our duty to express these loves. We talk about their programs and organizations they have founded, their education program, missions, and experience.  Go follow Flight or Visibility, their projects and new single. You can learn more at the links below. Websites: <a href="http://www.flightorvisibility.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">flightorvisibility.com</a> ISG: @flightorvisibility Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/flightorvisibility" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/flightorvisibility</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 22 Flight or Visibility

In part 2, actor Adrianna Mitchell gives more insights into the world of TV and acting as well as shares her experiences with the shows she’s worked and continues to work on.  We talk about her trip to Cuba, her recent article on financial wellness for actors, and her upcoming podcast.  Go follow Adrianna and learn more at the links below.   ISG: @adriannamitchell_   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

In part 2, actor Adrianna Mitchell gives more insights into the world of TV and acting as well as shares her experiences with the shows she’s worked and continues to work on.  We talk about her trip to Cuba, her recent article on financial wellness for actors, and her upcoming podcast.  Go follow Adrianna and learn more at the links below. ISG: @adriannamitchell_ A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 21 Adrianna Mitchell - Part 2

Actor Adrianna Mitchell shares her story of growing up in Atlanta and going to performing arts camps.  She gives insights into the life and education of an actor from how one learns accents to how one gets to know their true self.  We talk about how tv is made, different philosophies of acting, the difference between theater and film, and much more.  Go follow Adrianna and learn more at the links below.   ISG: @adriannamitchell_   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Actor Adrianna Mitchell shares her story of growing up in Atlanta and going to performing arts camps.  She gives insights into the life and education of an actor from how one learns accents to how one gets to know their true self.  We talk about how tv is made, different philosophies of acting, the difference between theater and film, and much more.  Go follow Adrianna and learn more at the links below. ISG: @adriannamitchell_ A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 21 Adrianna Mitchell - Part 1

Amanda Ekery

Vocalist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and arts leader Amanda Ekery shares her story of growing up near the border with family from Mexico and Syria, discovering jazz, going to UNT and NEC, and starting her organization El Paso Jazz Girls.  She shares her tips for moving to Boston and New York City, her insights into successful grant-writing, and how she manages all her projects.  Go follow Amanda, her show projects, album, and organizations. You can learn more at the links below.   Websites: amandaekery.com ISG: @ae_eeeeee Facebook: facebook.com/AmandaEkery   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Vocalist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and arts leader Amanda Ekery shares her story of growing up near the border with family from Mexico and Syria, discovering jazz, going to UNT and NEC, and starting her organization El Paso Jazz Girls.  She shares her tips for moving to Boston and New York City, her insights into successful grant-writing, and how she manages all her projects.  Go follow Amanda, her show projects, album, and organizations. You can learn more at the links below. Websites: <a href="http://amandaekery.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amandaekery.com</a> ISG: @ae_eeeeee Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/AmandaEkery" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/AmandaEkery</a> A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 20 Amanda Ekery

Marcelina Suchocka

Percussionist Marcelina Suchocka shares her story from her childhood to playing alongside the Chicago Symphony to continuing to take auditions.  She talks about her process of taking auditions from 3 months out to the day after.  We talk in-depth about each of her teachers, each festival highlights, and professional experiences.  Marcelina is one of the great up-and-coming percussionists in the world currently a Percussion Fellow in the New World Symphony.  Go follow Marcelina and learn more at the links below.   Websites: marcelinasuchocka.com &amp; nws.edu ISG: @himarcelina Youtube: @marimbamarcy   A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: Julian Loida Join Julian’s mailing list @ http://www.julianloida.com/contact

Percussionist Marcelina Suchocka shares her story from her childhood to playing alongside the Chicago Symphony to continuing to take auditions.  She talks about her process of taking auditions from 3 months out to the day after.  We talk in-depth about each of her teachers, each festival highlights, and professional experiences.  Marcelina is one of the great up-and-coming percussionists in the world currently a Percussion Fellow in the New World Symphony.  Go follow Marcelina and learn more at the links below. Websites: <a href="http://marcelinasuchocka.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marcelinasuchocka.com</a> &amp; <a href="http://nws.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nws.edu</a> ISG: @himarcelina Youtube: @marimbamarcy A Millennial Musician’s Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/AMillennialMusician</a> Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.  Stream on all platforms: <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julian Loida</a> Join Julian’s mailing list @ <a href="http://www.julianloida.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.julianloida.com/contact</a>

Ep. 19 Marcelina Suchocka

Just listened to and really enjoyed the Ian Miller podcast.  Some great insights and advice, and brought back some great memories as well.  Thanks for sharing your talents and creativity.  Look forward to listening to more.

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