In this episode, Jason Heath and Trevor Jones discuss the financial challenges and strategies for young musicians. They draw parallels between financial management and scheduling, emphasizing the importance of planning for unexpected expenses. They share personal experiences from their early freelance careers, highlight the significance of building financial habits, and explore achieving financial flexibility in… Continue reading 1063: Financial Strategies for Young Musicians with Trevor Jones
Category: Interview Guests
1062: Ali Watson – A Journey Through Jazz from London to Glasgow and Beyond
In this episode, we chat with Ali Watson, a Glasgow-based bassist, who is set to release his debut album, ‘Terrarium,’ on November 26th. Ali shares his experiences from studying jazz at the Guildhall in London and contrasts it with Glasgow’s smaller but thriving jazz scene. He reflects on his musical influences, the process of creating… Continue reading 1062: Ali Watson – A Journey Through Jazz from London to Glasgow and Beyond
1061: From Biology to Bass – Aidan Plank’s Musical Journey
In this episode, Aidan Plank shares his unique journey from attempting nursing school and working with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to becoming a dedicated bassist and educator. Aidan recently joined the music faculty at Bowling Green State University. He discusses his transition from biology to music, the influence of early mentors, and his… Continue reading 1061: From Biology to Bass – Aidan Plank’s Musical Journey
1060: Mastering Auditions Through Technique and Intonation with Daniel Chiva Sanz
In this episode, Daniel Chiva Sanz shares his journey of mastering musical auditions by focusing on technical precision and intonation. Two years ago, after a failed audition at the Seattle Symphony, he realized that his practice method needed restructuring. The result is ‘The School of Patience,’ an exercise series that develops the intonational security required… Continue reading 1060: Mastering Auditions Through Technique and Intonation with Daniel Chiva Sanz
1059: Exploring the Rich Soundscape of Gut Strings with Ernst Glerum
Today’s episode dives into the multifaceted career of bassist and pianist Ernst Glerum, focusing on his recent piano-bass album Détaché. We delve into Ernst’s use of gut strings on his mid-19th-century English bass and his shift to a mix including Pirastro Olive strings. Ernst shares his compositional process, the technical challenges and expressive nuances of… Continue reading 1059: Exploring the Rich Soundscape of Gut Strings with Ernst Glerum