Do you want to be a great musician? A well-rounded musician? Maybe you’re already a good musician, and you want to take that next step. To do that, you need to be able to sight-read well, play by ear, compose or improvise, understand the art of practice, and be versatile in many other ways. Musicianship Mastery (formerly known as The Musician Toolkit) explores these tools, how to improve them, and how you can apply them to a variety of gigs and musical careers whether you’re a professional m ...
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The "Intentional Musicianship" podcast, hosted by Jeff Price, is designed for musicians who aim to elevate their performance on multiple levels. This isn't your average "how to play better" show. We go beyond technique to focus on improving your stage presence, musical storytelling, audience communication, and breaking genre norms to form a deeper connection with your audience. Whether you're an amateur, a seasoned professional, or a music educator, our goal is to help you achieve a greater ...
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Interviews with musicians of all spectrums + tips, tricks and concepts everyone should know 🗣MWF🎧
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A podcast for musical theatre actors who want to take their vocal artistry to the next level by going deep into the music of musical theatre. We’ll be dissecting the songs, character and vocal archetypes, musical genres, and vocals styles of Broadway so that you can: 1) create a powerful audition book that showcases your artistry and actually gets you work 2) feel totally at home reading the musical score of a show 3) define your unique artistic voice 4) and craft a performing career you lov ...
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Fearless in Five Minutes: Five Tips to Overcome Stage Anxiety
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5:17Why do some musicians step on stage with confidence, while others struggle with fear? It’s not just about talent—it’s about mindset. In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, Jeff Price five easy strategies to overcome stage anxiety and perform with confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the first time, th…
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10 Ways to Make Real Progress as a Musician
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25:45There's a simple solution for making progress as a musician, and it's what's known as "skin in the game". If you don't give yourself stakes, it's hard to expend the energy required to get yourself to the next level. This episode will give you 10 ideas for things you can do to give yourself those stakes to give yourself some real progress! Musicians…
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The Art of the Encore: Creating Unforgettable Moments
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19:44Why do audiences leave your performances not just satisfied, but inspired—eager to see you perform again? It’s not just the music. It’s the connection, the storytelling, and the moments you craft that leave an enduring impression. In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, Jeff Price dives into the art of the encore—a powerful tool that transform…
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Good Enough: How Embracing Your Strengths Creates Lasting Impact
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18:05What does it mean to be “good enough”? It’s not about perfection—it’s about connection. Every performer, no matter their level, has something unique to offer. By embracing your strengths, preparing with intention, and leaning into what makes you special, you can create moments that resonate with your audience long after the performance ends. In thi…
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It's a new year, and you probably have goals as a musician, but are you underestimating the time and intensity you need to invest in order to make real progress? The easiest way to work on music or any skill and "feel" like we're making progress is to consistently dabble in it. A few minutes here, a few minutes there. A little practice is better th…
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Customer Service vs. Customer Experience: Building Audience Engagement and Lasting Connections
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24:20Why do audiences come back to see you perform—not just once, but again and again? It’s more than just the music. It’s the connection you create, the way you engage, and how you make people feel like they’re part of something special. In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, Jeff Price explores the difference between customer service—the specifi…
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Inspired by Excellence: Lessons to Replicate from a Winter Gala
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20:59In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, Jeff Price reflects on a heartwarming Winter Gala performance by the West Virginia Univeristy Choir program that exemplifies the power of storytelling, seamless transitions, and thoughtful programming. Drawing inspiration from this holiday concert, Jeff explores how musicians can create immersive and mem…
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The Musician Toolkit Episode 100 Celebration and Announcements
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35:56For Episode 100, I say thank you to all of you who have listened to even 1 episode, let alone all 100! In this episode, I recap the tools of musicianship, and I celebrate moments like my favorite episodes that didn't have as high of listener numbers that I think you might have missed. I also share announcements like a new name, a new focus, and a n…
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When and How to Pivot As a Musician
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38:31Professional musicians often have to confront obstacles from job changes...to a piece they're practicing that isn't getting better...to possible existential threats such as streaming services and AI. To be a successful musician for a long time requires knowing when and how to pivot. Hopefully this episode will help you answer both questions. Let me…
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Be a Musician Who DOES, Not Just Plans
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26:38Planning is good, but doing is better! Whether it's composing your next piece, practicing something hard or accomplishing a career goal, it's possible to become a doer and not just a planner even if that hasn't been your natural inclination. In this episode, I share what has worked for me. Let me know your thoughts on this episode as a voice messag…
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How to Make Sure You're Getting Benefits From Reading
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25:25Reading for self-improvement is a common habit among successful people in all kinds of fields, and this is definitely true for musicians! However, good reading is more than just staring at words on pages. Besides types of books, it's important to invest time, energy and techniques to get the most out of what you're reading. Let me know your thought…
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Getting Started with a New Church Music Job
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26:31On Episode 90, I chatted with Bob Moore about the tools of being a church music director. At the time, I was 20 months removed from being a church music director myself. However, one day after this episode releases, I will be starting a new job as a church music director. In this episode, I share my goals and action lists to help ensure that I get …
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4 Types of Books Every Composer Should Own
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20:48If you're a composer or an arranger, it is invaluable to have plenty of references to help you study and improve your craft. I share 4 types of books that I think every composer should have on their bookshelf, and my personal favorites of each kind. Let me know your thoughts on this episode as a voice message to possibly share on a future episode a…
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Beyond Execution: The Power of Communication in Performance
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37:10In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, Jeff Price explores the critical shift from focusing purely on technical execution to mastering the art of communication with your audience. As musicians, it's easy to get caught up in playing every note perfectly, but what truly resonates with an audience is how you communicate beyond the music stand. W…
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Music Notation Apps in a Post-Finale World (with Jason Loffredo)
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47:40On August 26, 2024, the long-time popular notation app called Finale announced that it would be permanently discontinuing all of its software, leading to very vocal anxiety and panic among its many veteran users. Professional composers and arrangers, as well as educators all need a good notation app, but Finale is no longer a choice. Jason Loffredo…
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The Four Core Performance Skills for Beginning Students
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23:42Recently, I spoke for 5 episodes about the four core performance skills, the musical skills that will allow you to play well in any situation for any genre. If you're a beginner or you teach beginners, how early can you get started with these skills? Check out why I think that not only can you start right away, but you actually should. Also listen …
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Batching: A Way to Actually Get Things Done
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22:27Whether it involves practicing, composing, or any other creative goals you have, there's a way that I've found that actually works to allow you to accomplish everything you wish. It's called batching, and it satisfies the brain's need to get and maintain a flow state. Check out this episode to find out how batching can make a real difference in you…
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How I Plan a Theatre Music Rehearsal
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42:49How can you plan a music rehearsal that is efficient and effective? In the world of musical theatre, the music director is responsible for planning music rehearsals to teach all vocal parts to a cast where not everyone sings on every song. There's also only a few rehearsals available to teach everything. Planning good music rehearsals requires orga…
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The Tools of Church Music Directing (with Bob Moore)
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58:47One possible part-time or full-time job for many musicians can be as a music director for a church. Bob Moore is a composer with much experience as a music director for Catholic and Episcopalian churches. David Lane is a composer with much experience as a music director for Baptist and Methodist churches. In this episode, we chat about the musician…
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Staging and Storytelling: Lessons from Mnozil Brass
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18:43In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, Jeff Price takes us through the intricate art of staging and storytelling in live performances, drawing inspiration from the world-renowned brass ensemble, Mnozil Brass. Jeff shares his experience attending their 30th-anniversary tour and delves into how their creative use of staging and non-verbal commu…
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Revisiting the Importance of Talent in Music
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32:33If you want to succeed in music, how important is talent? I shared a strong opinion on this way back on Episode 3 of this podcast. I've thought about it a lot since then, and have since changed my mind about some of it but still feel strongly on other points. With the 2024 Summer Olympics being a recent event that featured a lot of developed talent…
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Performing with Presence: How Physicality Speaks to Your Audience
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25:02In today's episode of Intentional Musicianship, we explore how physicality—the presence and movements of musicians on stage—plays a critical role in creating a powerful connection with the audience. Jeff Price delves into the idea that musicians not only speak through their music but also through their physical presence, which the audience actively…
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The Four Core Performance Skills part 5 - Improvising
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36:19The final core performance skill to explore is the ability to improvise. This is a skill that is very natural to some musicians (and even non-musicians) and very mysterious and perhaps even scary to others. And yet, it's the oldest of all the skills, the earliest way to create music. It's also essential for every genre other than classical (and the…
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Mastering Misdirection: Creating Flow and Focus on Stage
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19:02In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, we explore the art of misdirection and how it can be used to create flow and focus during live musical performances. Jeff Price delves into strategies that musicians can employ to subtly guide the audience’s attention, allowing for seamless transitions between pieces or during necessary breaks, all while…
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The Four Core Performance Skills part 4 - Transposing
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39:20Transposing is unique among the core skills in that it's the only one that is dependent on one of the other skills. Being able to play well while reading music or by listening is required to give you a starting point. The ability to take a piece of music from any source and change it to any of the other keys is a distinctive skill because it focuse…
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Engaging Your Audience, Selling Yourself, and Appreciating Your Sponsor: Lessons from Mia Asano and Ally the Piper
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28:34In today's episode, Jeff share insights from a recent concert in Pittsburgh at the Crafthouse Stage and Grill featuring Ally Crowder Duncan (Ally the Piper) and Mia Asano (electric violinist). Here are the key takeaways from their performance: 1. Engaging with the Audience: They actively interacted with the audience, showing appreciation and creati…
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The Four Core Performance Skills part 3 - Playing By Ear
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41:05The 4 Core Performance Skills are the big skills that every musician should strive to master to be the most balanced and well-rounded musician possible, and to have success as a performer in EVERY situation. The second of these core skills is playing by ear, or playing music with accuracy after hearing it played elsewhere but having no written scor…
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Storytelling and Community in Music: Insights and Reflections from Sonic Bloom - Nina Assimakopoulos and Friends
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31:07In this episode, Jeff dives into the rich experiences and invaluable lessons learned from attending a live musical event. He discusses the power of storytelling, setting the mood, the effective use of multimedia, and the importance of community involvement in creating memorable performances. Using the example of a remarkable show, Sonic Boom - Nina…
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The Four Core Performance Skills part 2 - Sight Reading
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44:53The 4 Core Performance Skills are the big skills that every musician should strive to master to be the most balanced and well-rounded musician possible, and to have success as a performer in EVERY situation. The first of these core skills is sight reading. Sight reading not only gives you essentially a head start on learning new music, it is ESSENT…
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The Four Core Performance Skills part 1: An Overview of the Skills
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20:50There are many skills you need to become a great musician such as developing good technique, being good at ear training, and having a good knowledge of music theory. None of these are the Core Skills but they help improve all four. The 4 Core Performance Skills are the 4 types of situations that you might be expected to do in a performance. Most pe…
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Practice Success: The Power of the Subconscious Mind
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25:13Simply put: you can't play music well unless you're subconscious mind is driving the bus. If you're aware of having to think about each note, each rhythm, each aspect of the music before you play it, then you're still practicing with your conscious mind. When you train your technique and repertoire beyond the point of awareness where your hands jus…
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Problem Solving in the Practice Room (with Dr. Larry Weng)
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1:00:20Have you ever thought you had a piece memorized only to play it for someone and you start having memory slips? This is one of many common problems that can be solved through a process of troubleshooting, the same that an auto mechanic or computer technician might use. Dr. Larry Weng of Wake Forest University talks about this approach of problem sol…
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For Success in Anything, Develop This One Skill!
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40:34There are so many things a musician must develop to be a success. There's technique, fluency in music theory, composition and arranging skills, the skill of marketing, the skill of networking, staying up-to-date with the industry, and much more. However, there is ONE SKILL that is important for you to develop first that makes all of these other ski…
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Coaching Theatre and Pop Vocals (with Bob Marks)
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49:28Bob Marks has been a renowned vocal coach for well over 4 decades. His former students is a wall of fame roster and includes: Ariana Grande, Britney Spears, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lea Michele, Laura Bell Bundy, Ashley Tisdale, Debbie Gibson, Natalie Portman, and more. In this episode, Bob talks about what his role is as a vocal coach in contrast wit…
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Never Forget Your Main Thing as a Musician | Ep79
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32:13As David Lane shares, an attempt to create a true master calendar, accounting for all 168 hours in a week, is a sobering lesson. Chances are that you, like he, have too many interests, too many obligations, and/or too many goals. It's also easy to crowd out the main thing that drives you as a musician - whether that be playing your instrument, cond…
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Session Recording on Trumpet (with Paul Baron) | Ep78
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57:11Paul Baron is an active performer on the trumpet. He is currently touring on the Broadway National Tour of Disney's Frozen. He has also appeared on many albums by world-famous pop and rock artists such as Aerosmith, David Lee Roth (from whom he learned an important musical lesson), Michael Buble, INXS, and many more. In this episode, we talk about …
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How to Get Out of Your Practice Room and Go Perform!
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23:12This episode is all about encouraging you to embrace the adventure of live performance, using simple music and play along items to transform your practice into engaging performances. Use these simple performances to break down barriers, connect with your audiences, and make events into special, unforgettable experiences. Jeff encourages musicians t…
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More Review, Less New for Success | Ep77
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21:13It's human nature to want to learn all the music, listen to every album, read every book, watch every movie, and visit every city. However, there's not nearly as much time as we'd like to do even a fraction of any of this. And since we can't do everything, it's much more powerful to savor than to sample. Listening again and again to music that insp…
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The One Minute Practice Challenge | Ep76
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18:59If you're having trouble progressing as much as you'd like when practicing music, you might like this extreme but very focused approach. Instead of practicing on something for 10 minutes and thinking about how much progress you can make in 10 minutes, consider how much progress you could make minute-by-minute for 10 single minutes. This episode wil…
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Fearless Performances: Pre-Mortem Analysis for Musicians
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21:36Hello there fellow musicians! 🎵 Ever feel like you’re walking around with a cloud over your head, worried about all the things that could go wrong during a performance? Today, we’re borrowing a tool from the business world called a pre-mortem analysis. It’s all about brainstorming and storyboarding through your shows to identify potential issues be…
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It's one thing for a musician to state a goal, even a big one, but it's useless until you've given it some legs. What's the difference between saying you plan to write a musical and getting that musical staged in an official production? The difference is that the first scenario takes virtually no effort, and the 2nd takes a lot of steps, work, and …
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How to Improve Your Observation | Ep74
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22:37The skill of observation is a crucial skill for all musicians. However, it's also a skill that most students have not come close to developing when they're early in their lessons for learning their instrument. Observation helps you find patterns, to identify structure, to see how one part of the music connects with another, not to mention more basi…
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Are you Ready? Exploring Musician Culture to Deliver Better Performances
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36:32In this episode of Intentional Musicianship, we explore the often-overlooked aspects of culture within musicians and musical groups and how these norms and values influence our performances. Basically, we try to answer if you are ready to make a change. Wherever you are in your performance journey, this episode may help give you a few tips and tric…
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10 Favorite Jazz Albums (From Someone Who Didn't Always Like Jazz) | Ep73
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37:48Jazz is a genre that serious musicians at least take time to explore. Whether it's classical musicians, film composers, rock musicians, pop artists, hip hop artists, even country artists like Willie Nelson...it's hard to find accomplished musicians in any genre who are ignorant of the world of jazz. While this episode won't get into the nuts and bo…
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Composing and Improvising are essential tools for every well-rounded musician, but they are different skills. Quite often, when someone decides to become a composer, they are making up something from their instrument and then writing it down on staff paper. This is actually more of a transcribed improvisation than it is true composition. There's no…
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Today's episode is all about networking and how important it is to grow in this area. We will explore 7 key concepts in the context of what I discovered when I went to a local music Expo. The show may sound like an infomercial, but it's not—it's all about the stories and connections made at this very special local event. Getting to the stage takes …
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Creating Value as an Entrepreneurial Musician (with Brian Witkowski) | Ep71
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1:04:26Many professional musicians and music teachers struggle with charging what their worth, or even what they need to charge to make even a decent living. Brian Witkowski of The Lucrative Artist helps musicians and other artists to develop their "money voice", to change the way they think about money. In this episode, we chat about a variety of ways th…
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Helpful and Harmful Practice Mindsets | Ep70
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14:50Even after you've scheduled your practice time each day and planned what your focus is during that time, the mindset you bring to your practice will absolutely affect how well or poorly you do during your session. There are 5 common types of practice mindsets, 2 which are helpful and 3 which are not. Which one or ones do you gravitate towards the m…
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The Business Side of Private Teaching (with Andrea Miller) | Ep69
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1:07:40If you're an independent teacher, there are a number of important steps to go from being a hobbyist to becoming a legitimate business. Andrea Miller of Music Studio Startup talks about all of this including making a decision about becoming an LLC and what steps go with that if you choose, making quarterly tax estimates, deductions, and other genera…
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25 MORE Essential Classical Pieces You Should Know | Ep68
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39:57This is a follow-up to Episode 17 from last year, where this podcast introduced 25 pieces of classical music, not necessarily the best or most acclaimed pieces, but 25 that you should know even if classical music is not your genre of focus. Even after 25 more pieces, there are so many that were left out, but this plus the previous episode in this s…
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