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Many musicians avoid the numbers side of their careers. They dread tax season, put off bookkeeping, avoid talking about money or pricing, and feel guilty about raising their rates. But numbers provide key information about the health of your career&
“March is full of surprises and discovery, curiosity and boldness. It’s daring and brave, but also kind and gentle. And maybe that’s what we need right now, in this in-between moment—permission to be both. To return to someth
The music career landscape has changed. Federal arts funding is uncertain. AI is reshaping how people find and consume content. And the definition of a “music career” looks different than it did even five years ago. But here’s wha
@stevedanyew and I had a wonderful time with the students at @ohiostateschoolofmusic and @barnettcenterosu during our teaching residency last week! We gave a joint presentation on identity, organized a panel discussion on the state of arts & mu
At the end of January, we lost a wonderful musician, teacher, and pedagogue, Marvin Blickenstaff. You’ve probably heard me talk about Marvin before—he had a profound impact on my teaching. With a career spanning over six decades, Marvin
February is Black History Month—a time to honor and celebrate the contributions of African Americans. As a music teacher, this prompts me to pause and evaluate what I’m teaching, but also why. This year, I want to focus on the existing re