Dec 14, 2020
Renowned vibraphonist, and literal rising star Sasha Berliner and I chat about developing a deeper connection with harmony, how language can help you develop your musical "voice", and the community progress made since her 2017 "Open Letter".
Jan 6, 2020
New Orleans trumpeter Jonathan Bauer joins me to discuss band leading, the difference between gigs and shows, quitting a gig, serving the music, and the academia bi-product of "Jazz Guilt".
Dec 30, 2019
Brent Wallarab – acclaimed arranger and composer – joins me to discuss walking away from the trombone, making relationships work, rediscovering his self worth, and the expectations we tend to have as musicians that lead to misery.
Dec 16, 2019
Monika Herzig joins me to discuss the "ever-emerging phenomenon" of all female Jazz groups. She explains how developmental psychology, instrument choices, and current community actions negativity impact the matriculation of female musicians. She also suggests new practices we can adopt as a community to better support...
Dec 2, 2019
Greg Ward – Saxophonist and bandleader – joins me to discuss “networking” for musicians, moving to New York, knowing what you want, and having a positive outlook on life.