Within The Musician
30 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome! This podcast is a place of discovery for all students, performers, educators and future educator. Join me and my guest each week as we explore why music matters. We will talk about the struggles and the triumphs, But above all we draw inspiration from one another as we explore ways to make ourselves happier and healthier human beings. Music is not just about the study of tone, technique, rhythm or theory. We will explore topics like stress management, perfectionism, communication, connection and above all self care and compassion.
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The brain and music, with Stephan Betz, PHD
March 16, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBImportance 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: he is ...
Benefits of playing improvised music
March 02, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn tooday I am going to talk about My personal journey of improvisation What improvisation really is anyway. Why I like introducing it into my teaching Why and how I think it is beneficial to classical musicians And 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]
Benefits of playing improvised music
March 02, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBOn tooday I am going to talk about My personal journey of improvisation What improvisation really is anyway. Why I like introducing it into my teaching Why and how I think it is beneficial to classical musicians And 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]
Music Minus Pain with Lea Pearson
February 17, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBOn 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. ...
Planning and Goal Setting for Artist with Suz Pulinski
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBOn 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: Instigram @rockstar...
Planning and Goal Setting for Artist with Suz aka the Rockstar Advocate!
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBOn 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: Instigram @rockstar...
Planning and Goal Setting for Artist with Suz aka the Rockstar Advocate!
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBOn 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: Instigram @rockstar...
Directing Bands- an Interview with Josh Boyd- part 1
January 26, 2021 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn 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/5aNBzNBNNXh3H3eH9p7IBU Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/directing-band/id1524501038 Instigram @directingtheba...
Private music teachers chat, Helping students through troubled times.
January 19, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBOn 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 s...
Private music teachers chat, Helping students through troubled times.
January 19, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBOn 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 s...
Mindful Music, interview with Sherry Finzer
January 15, 2021 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBGuest 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.com Facebook https://www.fa...
Mindful Music, interview with Sherry Finzer
January 15, 2021 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBGuest 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.com Facebook https://www.fa...
Artist of Abundance, discovering financial freedom with Nicole Hand
January 12, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn 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 to tak...
New Year Reflections
January 02, 2021 01:00 - 11 minutes - 7.78 MBThis 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 Year, interview with nutritionist Stacy Kennedy
December 31, 2020 16:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBStaying healthy for the New Year On 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 bi...
The Show Must Go On- Interview With
December 21, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBOn today’s episode we talk with Tereasa Payne, a multi instrumentalist regularly performing on Broadway in New York. Today we talk about Tereasa about why music is essential, and how she is making the show go on. Virtually Tereasa performs to seniors and homebound individuals, breaking the isolation and bringing connection through music. Tereasa also talks to us about world flutes, her path to Broadway, and get advise for young musicians that might want to follow in her path. To follow Ter...
The Show Must Go On- Interview With Teresa Payne
December 21, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBOn today’s episode we talk with Tereasa Payne, a multi instrumentalist regularly performing on Broadway in New York. Today we talk about Tereasa about why music is essential, and how she is making the show go on. Virtually Tereasa performs to seniors and homebound individuals, breaking the isolation and bringing connection through music. Tereasa also talks to us about world flutes, her path to Broadway, and get advise for young musicians that might want to follow in her path. To follow Ter...
Mental Wellness for Musicians, an interview with Toni Aswegan
December 14, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBOn today’s show we hit topics close to the heart for our music community. Our guest is Toni Aswegan, a mental health professional, who has her own podcast called Toni Talks Therapy. We talk about depression, sadness and anxiety that is hitting this holiday season. The challenges musicians and artists face at this time due to lack of performing at our busiest time of year. We also talk about issues many musicians face such as : perfectionism, performance anxiety, and imposter syndrome. Toni a...
Benefits of teaching and playing Christmas music
December 11, 2020 23:53 - 12 minutes - 8.63 MBIn this spontaneous episode, I talk about my experience teaching Christmas music to students of all levels. My realization that singing lyrics provided a powerful understanding of phrasing, style, interpretation, vibrato usage, and much more. I talk about how connecting to Christmas music can provide a deeper understand of music as a form of expression. For more info on me Monica Williams please visit my website www.bayareaflutist.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thewhole...
The Portfolio Musician, and interview with Katherine Emeneth
December 07, 2020 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBThe Portfolio Musician This episode is jam packed with wisdom from Katherine Emeneth. This episode is especially helpful for private teachers that want to work on ideas for retention of students, growing growing the numbers of students. We talk about what a portfolio musician is- in short an artist that has multiple revenue streams. We also talk about what musicians can do to keep our industry alive, having day jobs without shame, and much more! You can follow and learn more about Katherin...
The Portfolio Musician, and interview with Katherine Emeneth
December 07, 2020 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBThe Portfolio Musician This episode is jam packed with wisdom from Katherine Emeneth. This episode is especially helpful for private teachers that want to work on ideas for retention of students, growing growing the numbers of students. We talk about what a portfolio musician is- in short an artist that has multiple revenue streams. We also talk about what musicians can do to keep our industry alive, having day jobs without shame, and much more! You can follow and learn more about Katherin...
Students Tell all, Virtual Learning Experience
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBVirtual learning was not the first choice of students or teachers, but by entering into this new territory we have all been challenged. I will talk about what I have learned from teaching virtually, and my appreciation for this challenge. Later in the segment my 8 students will share what virtual learning is like for them. Isabelle, Drishti, Claire, Caroline, Arhan, Liza, Lexi, and Crystal bravely tell it how it is. The social challenges, and the exhaustion of it all. They recognize the har...
Importance of Vulnerability as a musician, interview with John Herrera
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode I talk with John Herrera from Clamsville Studios. John is a grammy nominated music producer, recording engineer, composer and plays many instruments. Today we talk about what this profession looks like 8 months into Covid. He highlights some upcoming brilliant work from artists soon to be released, and talks about the courage and vulnerability that he witnesses as artist enter the recording studio. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thewholemusician/message
Importance of Vulnerability as a musician, interview with John Herrera
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode I talk with John Herrera from Clamsville Studios. John is a grammy nominated music producer, recording engineer, composer and plays many instruments. Today we talk about what this profession looks like 8 months into Covid. He highlights some upcoming brilliant work from artists soon to be released, and talks about the courage and vulnerability that he witnesses as artist enter the recording studio. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thewholemusician/message
A Story of Resilience, interview with Aaron Goldman
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode we talk with principal flutists of NSO, Aaron Goldman. Aaron shares his path to success, which was not always an ascending straight line. He talks about the importance of mindset and resilience in the performing and auditioning process. He shares tips and techniques he uses to help with performance anxiety and how to overcome a ‘bad’ practice day. His story is one of inspiration and strength . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thewholemusician/message
Students Tell all, Virtual Learning Experience
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBVirtual learning was not the first choice of students or teachers, but by entering into this new territory we have all been challenged. I will talk about what I have learned from teaching virtually, and my appreciation for this challenge. Later in the segment my 8 students will share what virtual learning is like for them. Isabelle, Drishti, Claire, Caroline, Arhan, Liza, Lexi, and Crystal bravely tell it how it is. The social challenges, and the exhaustion of it all. They recognize the har...
Students Tell all, Virtual l Learning Experience
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBVirtual learning was not the first choice of students or teachers, but by entering into this new territory we have all been challenged. I will talk about what I have learned from teaching virtually, and my appreciation for this challenge. Later in the segment my 8 students will share what virtual learning is like for them. Isabelle, Drishti, Claire, Caroline, Arhan, Liza, Lexi, and Crystal bravely tell it how it is. The social challenges, and the exhaustion of it all. They recognize the har...
A Story of Resilience, interview with Aaron Goldman
November 27, 2020 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode we talk with principal flutists of NSO, Aaron Goldman. Aaron shares his path to success, which was not always an ascending straight line. He talks about the importance of mindset and resilience in the performing and auditioning process. He shares tips and techniques he uses to help with performance anxiety and how to overcome a ‘bad’ practice day. His story is one of inspiration and strength . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thewholemusician/message
Trailer- The Whole Musician
November 21, 2020 02:03 - 1 minute - 1.4 MBThis podcast is a place of discovery for all students, performers, educators and future educator. Join me and my guest each week as we explore why music matters. We will talk about the struggles and the triumphs, But above all we draw inspiration from one another as we explore ways to make ourselves happier and healthier human beings. Music is not just about the study of tone, technique, rhythm or theory. We will explore topics like stress management, perfectionism, communication, connection...
Trailer- The Whole Musician
November 21, 2020 02:03 - 1 minute - 1.4 MBThis podcast is a place of discovery for all students, performers, educators and future educator. Join me and my guest each week as we explore why music matters. We will talk about the struggles and the triumphs, But above all we draw inspiration from one another as we explore ways to make ourselves happier and healthier human beings. Music is not just about the study of tone, technique, rhythm or theory. We will explore topics like stress management, perfectionism, communication, connection...