13 episodes
Take Creative Measures Podcast Scott Quackenbush
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You got a degree in music. Now what? Most performers are released into the world with the idea that the only thing they are qualified to do is perform on their instrument. But what if something happens that doesn't allow you to perform? What if you get injured? Or, what if, after putting in all of that time and effort you just realize that this isn't what you want to do with your life? Never fear, you aren't alone. You have options!
Remember, being creative is supposed to help you think outside of the box, not trap you inside one.
On the Take Creative Measures Podcast I will be interviewing musicians who have, for whatever reason, made changes to the way they perform and teach. Some of them have found a way to augment their performing careers, others have made small changes in order to make their careers more lucrative and fulfilling, while others have changed careers entirely. There are options out there for you. You just need to take Creative Measures.
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Alexandra Gardner, Composer
We’re closing out season 1 with a conversation with composer and coach Alexandra Gardner. Alex and I talk about what drew her to composition, and we do a deep dive into what it’s like to put together a career as a composer. You’ll also hear about what inspired her to start coaching young composers in both the artistic and business sides of composition.
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Dan Nesbitt, Head of Enterprise Services, North America at HubSpot
Today I’m having an interesting conversation with my friend and colleague Dan Nesbitt. Dan is currently the Head of Enterprise Services at HubSpot, but he was originally trained as a trumpet player.
At some point, Dan realized that the life of a full-time musician simply wasn’t in line with what he wanted out of life. We unpack what was behind his decision to make a shift, what it was like interacting with employers armed with a background in music, and what skills he developed as a musician that helped his transition.
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Lorin Cohen, Jazz Bassist, Creator of "New Shapes for Bass" and the "Touching Bass Boot Camp"
My guest this week is Lorin Cohen. Lorin is a prolific jazz bass player and composer who has played quite literally all over the world and his list of collaborations reads like a whos who in jazz, including artists such as Monty Alexander and Joe Locke.
Lorin is also an entrepreneur who has created online programs for aspiring bass players. Today we dive into what he feels are the traditional paths taken by most jazz musicians (or any type of musician, for that matter), and how he managed to break free of those constraints in order to forge his own path.
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Andrew Hitz, Former Tuba of the Boston Brass, Co-Founder of Pedal Note Media, Host of The Entrepreneurial Musician Podcast
This week I'm talking with Andrew Hitz. Andrew is a world-class performer and musician entrepreneur. In fact, his entrepreneurial endeavors are so multi-faceted that it was difficult to come up with a concise episode title!
Andrew and I discuss all-things entrepreneurial, from identifying your unfair advantage to the importance of finding your own definition of success. Plus, you will find out what book Andrew thinks all musician entrepreneurs should read.
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Sara Sitzer and Mark Fry, Co-Artistic Directors of Chamber Music on the Fox
This week I'm talking with Sara Sitzer and Mark Fry, Co-Artistic Directors of Chamber Music on the Fox.
Chamber Music on the Fox is a chamber music program that serves Elgin and other communities west of Chicago.
In this episode Sara, Mark, and I discuss what it takes to run a successful non-profit, including what skills they needed to develop coming from a performance background.
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Jennet Ingle, Oboist, Entrepreneur, Teacher, Coach, Author...
Today I’m having a fascinating conversation with Jennet Ingle, oboist, entrepreneur, teacher, coach, and author. Jennet has put together what she calls a portfolio career. She has managed to create a career that she loves from multiple sources, from orchestral and solo performances to her reedmaking business all the way to her popular online reedmaking courses and even an upcoming book!
Jennet’s story is an inspiring example of how we as artists are more than capable of forging our own path that can be rewarding both artistically and financially.
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