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32. Hobbies: Enhancing Creativity and Well-Being for Musicians
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The Power of Hobbies: Enhancing Creativity and Well-Being for Musicians
In this episode of The Music Executive Podcast, host Cinnamon Denise discusses the challenges of small talk and how delving into non-music related hobbies transformed her music career.
By engaging in jewelry making, exploring the world of tea, and embracing fitness, Cinnamon enhanced her creativity, decreased anxiety, and discovered new skills. She emphasizes the importance of pursuing holistic self-improvement to improve one's music career.
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31. Rehearsal Success: Building Trust and Efficiency
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Maximizing My Rehearsal Efficiency: 5 Essential Steps
In this episode of the Music Executive Podcast, I delve into the importance of rehearsals and share five crucial steps that have significantly improved my own rehearsal experiences. I emphasize the necessity of:
These strategies are designed to help musicians of all levels, from full-time professionals to hobbyists, build a sustainable, efficient, and holistic music career. I hope you find this episode useful and can use it to...
30. Moodboard Music Production
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On today's episode, I share how we can use moodboards to create music and ultimately, use this process to be more decisive in the creation process.
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29. Improve Efficiently
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On today's episode, I share how I strategically and efficiently improved at things that had been holding me back.
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28. Collab Doesn't Mean "Free Work"
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In this episode, I share ways to create, curate, and cultivate ethical collabs.
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27. Open Mic Prep 101
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In this episode, I share 7 steps to take to prepare for an open mic.
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26. Unique Careers for Musicians
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In this episode, I share 4 career paths that I wish I had considered sooner. They are not only incredbile but, likely fit a few different types of personality types, preferences, lifestyles, and may be more sustainable for some of my neurodivergent Music Executives.
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25. Is It Exposure or Exploitation?
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In this episode, I share ways to identify if a low or no paying gig is worth it for you. Sometimes it truly is exposure. Sometime it's just exploitation of your time, skills, and resources. Let's do this Music Executives.
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24. Sustainable Career Growth
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On today's episode, I share how I have managed to "just keep swimming" if you will. There are so many things that we have to improve upon simultaneously. How do we not get overwhelmed?
How do we see sustainable progress? Let's do this Music Executives.
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23. Avoiding Burn Out as a Musician
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We have all been there. I hope that this is not the truth but it probably is.
Burn out. But because we have to work to eat, we are simply "pushing through." And what do we get when pushing through essentially leaves our bodies, our emotional states, our well being in jeopardy?
BURN OUT.
So in this episode, I wanted to be transparent with you and share how I've been able to identify when I am getting burned out and what I have done to combat that as...
22. From Piano Lessons to Music Tours w/Philip Adair
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Jazz Fusion pianist Philip Adair’s musical love affair began at a very young age. Although this is the story of many aspiring performers, Philip is one of the few musicians to turn his passion into a lucrative business. In this episode, he drops key nuggets on how to go from jam sessions and unique connections to multinational tours, without stretching yourself too thin.
Philip’s talents stretch beyond jazz fusion. Check out his varied talents across multiple genres at www.philipadair.com or @chillphiljazz on YouT...
21. Produce FIRE Content in 5 Steps w/Nakia Peck
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The old saying “mother knows best” is just that...old. (sorry, mom)
Great content, however, never gets old.
And that’s where New Orleans based Trumpeter Nakia Peck comes in.
Using the 5 strategies he explains in this episode, this musician & master content creator increased his audience count by 12,000 followers in just three months!
This interview highlights the 5 key strategie...
20. Using Faith to Fuel Your Career w/Isaiah Hill
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Success stories of self-taught musicians are often filled with falls, fears, and relentless faith in oneself. This success story is no different.
Atlanta based pianist turned film composer Isaiah Hill explains the importance of spiritual laws of success while acknowledging support systems along your music career journey. If faith, hope, and love have been any part of your music career, this episode solidifies the need to continue keeping them at the forefront of your creative trek.
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19. How to Get and Keep Your Audio Engineer Job w/Tangela
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Audio Engineer Tangela can show you how to get and keep a job that you love! In this episode, she brings over a decade of audio experience along with bragging rights that include working Hamilton and The Little Mermaid productions as well as International Multicultural Fest and SheShreds Showcase. Tangela, also a member of Soundgirls and the Audio Engineering Society (AES), explains the importance of kindness, key mentorship, and a great attitude while working in live sound.
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18. Crowd Engagement w/Infinitus Music
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Performing can be scary. Performing in front of thousands of school students can be even scarier.
In this episode, I sit with Infinitus Music and learn more about touring and how they have mastered the art of crowd engagement.
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17. Effective Practice w/Dustin Fichter
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Let’s be honest. Practicing can be a drag.
But as a community of Music Execs, we know it’s the key to our unbridled success. According to a 2009 Gallup Poll, 85% of U.S. adults who don’t play a musical instrument wish they had learned to play one. We’re the lucky ones, friends.
Dustin Fichter is the accomplished guitarist and educator walking us through an effective practice session this episode. We figured since he’s played with artists ra...
16. Strategies to Push the Pen w/Jna Jefferson
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Are you a passionate writer with an art for storytelling?
Here at The Music Executive Podcast, there’s room at our table for you!
Creatives like today’s guest, J’na Jefferson, help readers feel like they’re a part of the experience.
As a Journalist and Content Curator, this New Jersey native comments on topics including music & sexuality in NPR Music, Access Hollywood, BBC Radio’s 4’s Front Row & more!
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Understanding Music Journalism w/Allison Hazel
Today, we talk with, Allison Hazel, professionally known as Ally Hazel, an NYC based writer, blogger, and music journalist.
We were so excited to talk to Ally to learn more about her journey and she gives valuable insight to other upcoming journalists.
Thank you Ally!
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15. Moving to A New City w/Jeff Ralston
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Moving to a new city as a musician can be intimidating. There are often unwritten rules to adapt to and hierarchies of connections to become familiar with...fast.
Professional guitarist/producer and New Jersey native Jeff Ralston outlines key things he did to quickly set himself apart on the music scene when he moved to the city of Atlanta. Jeff shares three straightforward tips for a successful transition to a new city that make it possible for any musician to get and...
14. Tips for Bandleaders w/Emmanuel Chops Smith
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I LOVE IT when band members show up an hour late and haven’t practiced any of the music!
….said no one ever.
Band Leaders, we know you felt that one. And that’s why this episode is especially for you.
In conversation with Emmanuel “Chops” Smith, we’ve found the cure for Band Leader Blues. This multi talented pianist and Band Leader gives us the run-down on how good hang, good pay, and g...
13. Write 30 Songs in 30 Days w/Jenna Funicella
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This is NOT a podcast show note.
Sorry, Music Execs…We’ve got writer’s block today.
If you’ve ever been there as a Creative, hurry & get into this next episode with Songwriter Jenna Funicella.
Jenna, a high school math teacher turned Songwriter, rose to the challenge of penning ONE SONG EVERYDAY for the entire month of April!
As you listen to Jenna explain how to bust thro...
12. Get Voice Over Work w/Lena Hill
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The Voice Over Industry is tricky.
But it doesn’t have to be…
In less than 20 minutes you’ll learn the secret sauce for landing great voice over work without spending top dollar hoping you’re making all the right moves. There is a downside to this week’s chat though. You’ll be busy with your full work schedule packed with new clients!
But, we don’t think you’ll mind that, right?
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11. 5 Steps to Start Building Your Home Studio w/Patrick Arthur
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So you want to set up your home recording studio but your money’s a little funny and your change is a little strange?
Is it Ableton Live 10, Logic Pro X, or a Shure SM57 that you should use to get the best sound?
In this episode, Atlanta Guitarist and Mixing Engineer Patrick Arthur takes us through five easy steps to get it done as a Producer, without breaking the bank. He’s usually busy...
10. Tune Into Blockchain Music w/Love Science Music
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Streaming platforms allow millions of people to access your music.
It seems pointless though when you find out how little you typically earn from it.
Blockchain music may just be the next big thing short of a creative’s miracle!
In this episode, Love Science Music details his take on the future of blockchain music & how it’s projected to disrupt the industry in favor of artists & their wallets...finally!
9. A Space for Women w/Lisa Machac
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From a makeshift studio on the back of a pickup truck to owning a global-reaching audio engineering education center, Lisa Machac lets nothing stop her from doing what she loves.
As a musician and director of the Omni Sound Project, Lisa shares golden nuggets on building an empowered teaching staff, creating affordable learning opportunities to under-represented communities and spotlighting the talents of female and gender non-conforming audio professionals.
If you need tips on making a professional and fun ar...
8. YouTube Growth w/Dave Pollack
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Posting a YouTube video just every now & then is the best way to get your channel noticed by absolutely no one.
Yikes!
If you’re anything like New Jersey native Dave Pollack, a great YouTube channel is what you want!
(And preferably one that pays!)
With over 24,000 YouTube subscribers, this Saxophonist and middle school band teacher has earned the right to brag, friends.
<...7. The Art of the Cold Email w/Justina Shandler
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A songwriter for media/sync, and teacher at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music and School for Music Vocations, Justina Shandler loves leftovers, otters, spontaneous dance parties, and the enneagram.
In this episode, we talk about how to write an email to a person that you don’t know, that quite frankly, you need something from. Whether that something be a connection or a foot in the door, cold email is HARD. Justina talks about some of her email hacks that have landed her some deals.<...
6. How To Create an Inclusive Studio Space w/Jam Phelps
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Denk Studios Owner Jam Phelps has found the secret sauce to owning a successful, inclusive studio space.
Among Jam’s unshakeable pillars of leadership are her incredible ability to ensure everyone who steps into her studio feels respected, is treated well and is revered as the hero of their own story. No matter if you are a 67-year old songwriter or a non gender conforming vocalist, you are always welcomed at Denk Studios in Durham, North Carolina.
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5. Focus and Create w/Luna Asé
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Focusing is hard and it’s time to do something about it!
Cue L.A.-based Conscious Content Creator Luna Asé, an artist who turned her comical, spiritual Tik-Tok videos into one seriously thriving fandom.
Luna Asé gives us space to promote vulnerability and self-love by using focused affirmations.
This Reiki Practitioner shares tips in this episode that we can use to focus and always create from the heart.
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4. How I Became A Commissioned Songwriter w/Cinnamontal
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Social media has created space for a chosen few to achieve (seemingly) overnight success. This was absolutely not the case for Cinnamontal, Founder of The Music Executive.
For this International Artist, Musician, and Music Executive, success took unwavering passion, immediate action, and the guts to say ‘yes’...for a premium price. In this solo episode, Cinnamontal tells us how opportunity met preparation on the traffic-filled streets of Atlanta, Georgia just a few years ago.
Listen to “Sigma Lambda Gamma,” her first commission/licensed song, on your favorite music platform.
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3. Creating A Unique Sound w/Early Bird
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Great music production doesn’t come easy!
In this episode, Electronic Music Producer Early Bird gives us the scoop on how she uses curiosity to produce sound design experiences unlike any other.
From overcoming a serious health condition to creating newly released projects, listen in on how Early Bird creates a unique sound using minimal equipment.
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2. Shouldn't I have a Grammy By Now?!
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In this episode, I sing Happy Birthday to myself and share some of my encouragement to you to keep pushing.
You Got This Music Executives!
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1. How Practicing Yoga Makes You a Stronger Musician
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Have you ever practiced Yoga? No? Here's why you totally should.
Yoga can and with practice, will help you perform better and create an ongoing humble attitude.
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