Today we released part one of our interview with operatic tenor and entrepreneur, Jack Swanson. He maintains a busy performing career singing around the world with storied companies such as the Metropolitan Opera, Vienna State Opera, San Francisco Opera and more.  Jack is also the founder of Vocalise, a supplement built specifically for vocal health and recovery.  

If you have trouble starting a project, you'll be amazed at how Jack got a new product off the ground while also maintaining a busy international performing career!  https://www.jackswansontenor.com/ and https://vocaliseshop.com/

Today we released part two of our interview with Tom Teasley. He’s an internationally acclaimed percussionist, composer, educator, author, and multimedia artist whose work explores the intersection of rhythm, culture, technology, and the human connection. Described by The Washington Post as "a musical wizard" and "a multi-instrumental genius," he’s built a career that spans jazz, world music, theater, silent film, contemporary performance, education, and immersive sound experiences. 
A former U.S. Department of State Cultural Envoy, Tom has performed and taught throughout the Middle East, Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and the United States, using music as a universal language that bridges cultures and communities. 
Listen to hear Tom’s business-minded approach, and his passion for always being open to opportunities!

Today we released part one of our interview with Tom Teasley. He’s an internationally acclaimed percussionist, composer, educator, author, and multimedia artist whose work explores the intersection of rhythm, culture, technology, and the human connection. Described by The Washington Post as "a musical wizard" and "a multi-instrumental genius," he’s built a career that spans jazz, world music, theater, silent film, contemporary performance, education, and immersive sound experiences. 

A former U.S. Department of State Cultural Envoy, Tom has performed and taught throughout the Middle East, Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and the United States, using music as a universal language that bridges cultures and communities. 

Listen to hear Tom’s business-minded approach, and his passion for always being open to opportunities! 

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with John Sebastian Vera.  He’s the Principal Trombonist of the Pittsburgh Opera; Head of Brass & Percussion and lecturer of music entrepreneurship at the Cleveland Institute of Music; adjunct Professor of Trombone at Duquesne University; Co-Founder of the Third Coast Trombone Retreat; and co-host of the Trombone Retreat podcast listened to in over 130 countries.

His portfolio career also includes performing with many orchestras, being an artist for Thein Instruments, and he’s the designer of the JSV signature trombone mouthpiece sold through Houghton Horns.

Make sure you check out Sebastian's interview to hear his 360-degree approach to the music business! ​

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with John Sebastian Vera.  He’s the Principal Trombonist of the Pittsburgh Opera; Head of Brass & Percussion and lecturer of music entrepreneurship at the Cleveland Institute of Music; adjunct Professor of Trombone at Duquesne University; Co-Founder of the Third Coast Trombone Retreat; and co-host of the Trombone Retreat podcast listened to in over 130 countries.

His portfolio career also includes performing with many orchestras, being an artist for Thein Instruments, and he’s the designer of the JSV signature trombone mouthpiece sold through Houghton Horns.

Make sure you check out Sebastian's interview to hear his 360-degree approach to the music business! ​

​Today we released part one of our interview with Penelope Sander. she’s the Chief Operating Officer of the art tech company NALA. It’s an acronym for the networked artistic learning algorithm that matches artists with buyers and designers. 

Penelope has nearly 20 years in the fine art industry, and prior to NALA, she was a self-employed art advisor and held various positions in galleries in the UK and Germany. 
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Artists of all types will be impressed with the innovative ways NALA is connecting artists with buyers from around the world!

Today we released part one of our interview with Penelope Sander. she’s the Chief Operating Officer of the art tech company NALA. It’s an acronym for the networked artistic learning algorithm that matches artists with buyers and designers. 

Penelope has nearly 20 years in the fine art industry, and prior to NALA, she was a self-employed art advisor and held various positions in galleries in the UK and Germany. 

Artists of all types will be impressed with the innovative ways NALA is connecting artists with buyers from around the world!

Today we released part two of our interview with Linda Sibio Simmons. She’s a performance artist, painter, educator, and founder of Bezerk Productions, a nonprofit arts collective that promotes art and awareness of artists with mental challenges. 

Linda has identified as a “schizophrenic artist” since 1991. Her works have been shown in venues such as Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, Franklin Furnace in New York City, and several organizations, including the Rockefeller Foundation and California Arts Council have supported her work.
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Hear Linda's inspirational journey, and learn how she's built a community and helped numerous artists over the years. 

Today we released part one of our interview with Linda Sibio Simmons. She’s a performance artist, painter, educator, and founder of Bezerk Productions, a nonprofit arts collective that promotes art and awareness of artists with mental challenges. 

Linda has identified as a “schizophrenic artist” since 1991. Her works have been shown in venues such as Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, Franklin Furnace in New York City, and several organizations, including the Rockefeller Foundation and California Arts Council have supported her work.
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Hear Linda's inspirational journey, and learn how she's built a community and helped numerous artists over the years. 

Today we released part two of our interview with luthier Gregg Alf on June 29.  After training at the Cremona Violinmaking School, he founded Alf Studios, where his work has won highest honors at numerous international competitions and exhibitions.

Gregg has built instruments for some of the most distinguished violinists and violists of our time, and in 2013 one of his violins sold at auction for $132,000—then, a world record price for living violin makers.

Join us for this fascinating conversation as Gregg shares the artistry that goes into making world class instruments!