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Faith 2 Form

32 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago -

Faith 2 Form (F2F) is a music foundation dedicated to enabling all youth to pursue continuous and rigorous training in music to their highest level of interest and ability, while striving for the best academic achievements possible. F2F is designed to provide disadvantaged students in high schools, middle, and elementary schools with the opportunity to excel in their academic endeavors by utilizing the benefits of music to enrich their lives and the lives of others in the community.

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Episodes

F2F Celebrates Dionne Warwick - Kennedy Center Honoree

December 29, 2023 20:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

Dionne Warwick is s lifetime Grammy Music Legend and this past week, a honoree from the Kennedy Cemter for the Performng Arts.  Dionne is also the ambassador for F2F, the Faith to Form Music Foundation.  Vel Lewis shares his story of working with Dionne and how she gracefuly accepted the offer to work with F2F as our ambassador.  This is a story of inspiration.

Ian Cannon's F2F Journey Begins

July 28, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

Inspiration drives success.  Inspiration allows people to accomplish what could be.  F2F is all about inspiration.  Enjoy the story of Ian Cannon, proof positive that the F2F mission is working, today.

How Can I Get a Free Musical Instrument?

September 12, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

Michael Garvin is a world class songwriter, guitarist and trumpeter.  Out of the blocks, it was a number one hit for J-Lo and a multi-platinum hit for George Benson.  Michael is now part of what makes F2F so incredible.  It's all about friendship and collaboration, and it's working.

Six Strings - Hitting All The Right Notes - Michael Garvin

September 12, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

Michael Garvin is a world class songwriter, guitarist and trumpeter.  Out of the blocks, it was a number one hit for J-Lo and a multi-platinum hit for George Benson.  Michael is now part of what makes F2F so incredible.  It's all about friendship and collaboration, and it's working.

How Can Music Benefit My Child?

March 31, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

We are all uniquely distinct.  How we approach connecting with our children has many facets.  Music has proven to be a solid connection point.  A connection that has the ability to transform lives and communities.  It's that powerful.  Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

The Benefits of Music - From a Clinical Perspective

March 31, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

We are all uniquely distinct.  How we approach connecting with our children has many facets.  Music has proven to be a solid connection point.  A connection that has the ability to transform lives and communities.  It's that powerful.  Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

What's Important About Learning Piano?

March 18, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

His father was a conductor...on a train (cymbal crash:) Bill is a first string heavy hitter in smooth jazz and he shares his passion and drive for making music his life.  Enjoy the conversation. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

88 Keys to The Top

March 18, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

His father was a conductor...on a train (cymbal crash:) Bill is a first string heavy hitter in smooth jazz and he shares his passion and drive for making music his life.  Enjoy the conversation. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Michael Paulo; On How It's Done, from Jarreau to Miles Davis

September 04, 2021 00:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MB

Michael says "music is always going to evolve, and it's up to the artist to respond gracefully to the changes.  We don't know what the music will sound like years from now, but no matter what, it will be based on what the people in the audience feel."  Wise advice from a seasoned pro.  Enjoy. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

How Can I Get My Music Promoted?

September 04, 2021 00:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MB

Michael says "music is always going to evolve, and it's up to the artist to respond gracefully to the changes.  We don't know what the music will sound like years from now, but no matter what, it will be based on what the people in the audience feel."  Wise advice from a seasoned pro.  Enjoy. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Greg Manning - From Pre-Med to Music

August 19, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

He was inspired by Stevie Wonder's song, "Isn't She Lovely", and the rest of his story is one of discovering his talent alongside Walter Beasley and Jonathan Butler.  Greg is also a huge fan of F2F.  Enjoy the conversation. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Who is the Best Music Producer?

August 19, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

He was inspired by Stevie Wonder's song, "Isn't She Lovely", and the rest of his story is one of discovering his talent alongside Walter Beasley and Jonathan Butler.  Greg is also a huge fan of F2F.  Enjoy the conversation. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Why is it Important to Learn Music?

August 08, 2021 21:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Michael is a huge supporter of F2F in so many ways.  He is also a great friend to Vel Lewis.  Michael talks about his music and the importance of music in young lives.  Looking back and looking ahead at what's in store for F2F, and so much more. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Music; The Universal Language, with Michael Garvin

August 08, 2021 21:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Michael is a huge supporter of F2F in so many ways.  He is also a great friend to Vel Lewis.  Michael talks about his music and the importance of music in young lives.  Looking back and looking ahead at what's in store for F2F, and so much more. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Online Jazz Improv Camp - It's Time

June 22, 2021 22:30 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Dr. Colleen Reilly is the Dean of the Center of Excellence in Visual and Performing Arts at Houston Community College.  The F2F Music Foundation has joined HCCS to partner in furthering opportunities for students to engage in the arts.  With the pandemic in the rear view mirror, HCCS and F2F have some exciting plans for face to face events in the next 12 months.  Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Where Can I Find a Summer Music Camp?

June 22, 2021 22:30 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Dr. Colleen Reilly is the Dean of the Center of Excellence in Visual and Performing Arts at Houston Community College.  The F2F Music Foundation has joined HCCS to partner in furthering opportunities for students to engage in the arts.  With the pandemic in the rear view mirror, HCCS and F2F have some exciting plans for face to face events in the next 12 months.  Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

And The Beat Goes On - Lenny Castro - Part-2

April 14, 2021 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

What if you were able to do something you loved so much, that every day, every beat, wasn't work, but it was something you looked forward to doing.  Lenny Castro is enjoying his journey through life and through the business of music, to the max.  This is a lesson on how you can do it as well. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

What is a Master Percussionist?

April 14, 2021 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

What if you were able to do something you loved so much, that every day, every beat, wasn't work, but it was something you looked forward to doing.  Lenny Castro is enjoying his journey through life and through the business of music, to the max.  This is a lesson on how you can do it as well. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

How Can I Become a Percussionist?

April 07, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

From Toto to The Rolling Stones, to probably every song you love, Lenny Castro is there with the beat behind the music.  This is part-1  of our conversation with Lenny and it will make you smile, and you might even learn a thing or two.  Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

And The Beat Goes On - Lenny Castro - Part-1

April 07, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

From Toto to The Rolling Stones, to probably every song you love, Lenny Castro is there with the beat behind the music.  This is part-1  of our conversation with Lenny and it will make you smile, and you might even learn a thing or two.  Podcast produced by Radio Lounge

Is Music Education Really Important?

March 13, 2021 00:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

Inside, some valuable advice about the business behind the music industry, and why these 3 guys have found their way to the educational side of music, and the passion that fires their interest in helping others through music.  It's what drives F2F and the cool part is that Vel has taken his relationships with his fellow musicians and brought them together to drive the growth of Faith to Form.  Oh yeah, and we also laughed a lot.  You'll enjoy this. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge ...

The Power of Music - The Power of Education

March 13, 2021 00:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

Inside, some valuable advice about the business behind the music industry, and why these 3 guys have found their way to the educational side of music, and the passion that fires their interest in helping others through music.  It's what drives F2F and the cool part is that Vel has taken his relationships with his fellow musicians and brought them together to drive the growth of Faith to Form.  Oh yeah, and we also laughed a lot.  You'll enjoy this. Podcast produced by Radio Lounge ...

How Can Music Change People?

February 12, 2021 22:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

88 Plus Ways is a series of books that tell the stories of the "why" behind the industry.  Vincent and Joann have devoted their lives to making sure that you hear them and are inspired by them.  But there is so much more to 88 Ways Music.  Find out what drives their passion for music. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast recording studio

Music Can Change The World Because It Can Change People

February 12, 2021 22:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

88 Plus Ways is a series of books that tell the stories of the "why" behind the industry.  Vincent and Joann have devoted their lives to making sure that you hear them and are inspired by them.  But there is so much more to 88 Ways Music.  Find out what drives their passion for music. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast recording studio

The Power of Education with Larry Braggs

January 16, 2021 01:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

Larry Braggs is a showman, an entertainer, a dad, an educator and he is the kind of guy that never says no when it comes to teaching his craft to our children and young adults.  And...he's very good at all of that, and more.  Enjoy the conversation as Larry and Vel give us an F2F update on this beautiful new year. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast recording studio

Why is Music Education Important for Children?

January 16, 2021 01:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

Larry Braggs is a showman, an entertainer, a dad, an educator and he is the kind of guy that never says no when it comes to teaching his craft to our children and young adults.  And...he's very good at all of that, and more.  Enjoy the conversation as Larry and Vel give us an F2F update on this beautiful new year. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast recording studio

Heart Driven Projects for Christmas 2020 - Putting a Smile on a Tough Year

December 09, 2020 22:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

F2F has blossomed into an incredible adventure over this past year.  A new association with Gilbreath Communications as our marketing partner.  And it seems that every day opens a new door so that F2F will continue to fill the need for the gift of music in our children.  Beyond F2F, Vel has joined with Mariam Haddad for a series of Christmas messages.  What a great way to wrap up the year. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast...

How Does Music Help in Troubled Times?

December 09, 2020 22:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

F2F has blossomed into an incredible adventure over this past year.  A new association with Gilbreath Communications as our marketing partner.  And it seems that every day opens a new door so that F2F will continue to fill the need for the gift of music in our children.  Beyond F2F, Vel has joined with Mariam Haddad for a series of Christmas messages.  What a great way to wrap up the year. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast...

What is Music Improvisation?

November 25, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

John Christian is the director of university bands at The University of Charleston, West Virginia.  John is also an important part of the improvisation workshops being conducted by F2F.  John and Vel Lewis sat down with Faith 2 Form to talk about the workshops and how they connect the dots for aspiring musicians. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast recording studio

Improvisation Without Fear

November 25, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

John Christian is the director of university bands at The University of Charleston, West Virginia.  John is also an important part of the improvisation workshops being conducted by F2F.  John and Vel Lewis sat down with Faith 2 Form to talk about the workshops and how they connect the dots for aspiring musicians. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover training and podcast recording studio

How Do I Get My Songs Played on Sirius/XM?

November 20, 2020 21:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

This is our very first podcast for F2F, even though we have been busy working behind the scenes for almost 2 years.  It was about time that we started sharing our story with the world.  So, world, here we come. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover coaching and podcast recording studio

Paula Atherton Talks Smooth Jazz and More

November 20, 2020 21:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

This is our very first podcast for F2F, even though we have been busy working behind the scenes for almost 2 years.  It was about time that we started sharing our story with the world.  So, world, here we come. Faith 2 Form is an audio production of Radio Lounge, a Houston voiceover coaching and podcast recording studio