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Musician PR With Lydia Liebman Apr 05, 2020

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Lydia Liebman is an accomplished media and music industry professional with experience as a publicist, concert promoter, radio host, musician, producer and journalist. She currently runs Lydia Liebman Promotions, a PR agency catered towards musicians. In this episode, Lydia talks about what musicians need to do in order to be marketable and get press/media coverage. So, if you want to get your name and music to the masses, this episode is for you!

Career in Crisis Mar 28, 2020

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The spread of COVID-19 is affecting us all mentally, physically and financially. Musicians have been hit hard with the reality that traditional means of earning a living are not currently possible. We have to adapt, weather this storm and emerge with new tools and a strong plan for the future. So, how can you make money in a quarantined society? What should you do with this time in isolation? Join Adam Small and Jake Moses from My Music Masterclass as they discuss how to deal with a corona-type situation and how to prepare yourself better for the next time the $#!+ hits the fan!

A Chat With Bruce Forman Mar 22, 2020

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Bruce Forman is an acclaimed jazz guitarist, solo artist, producer, arranger and educator (currently in residence at USC’s Studio/Jazz Guitar Department). He is also the co-host of the popular podcast Guitar Wank along with Scott Henderson. Bruce has filmed 9 videos for My Music Masterclass, he is an excellent teacher and super cool guy! He is also an entrepreneur with some great concepts about how musicians can move the music and their careers forward. This is is really fun and informative episode!

A Chat With Jae Deal Mar 16, 2020

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Award-winning composer, music producer and orchestrator Jae Deal has worked with Janet Jackson, Lady Gaga, Snoop Dogg, Diddy, Ne-Yo, Wynton Marsalis, Elton John, Jill Scott, Diane Warren, The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and many more. He is currently a professor in the music technology department at the USC Thornton School of Music. We've known Jae for a while and he's made 3 super badass videos for MyMusicMasterclass.com (with more on the way). He's a great guy with tons of experience, knowledge, talent and intellect. If you want some priceless career advice and tips from an industry pro, check this episode out.

Motivation is 2020 Mar 08, 2020

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Put your music career back on track, find your inspiration and get to the next level! Are you having problems getting or staying motivated? Do you feel stagnant with your playing and/or music career? Are there external responsibilities or pressures that are inhibiting your creativity and limiting the time you can dedicate to your craft? Life is often difficult and the music business can be draining, but it's important to stay focused and keep chipping away at your goals. If you want to make strides with your career, you must stick to the plan and avoid the trap of procrastination. Join Adam Small and Jake Moses from My Music Masterclass as they discuss how to get your drive, motivation and musical passion back so you can move in the right direction.

A Chat With Cliff Almond Mar 01, 2020

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Acclaimed drummer Cliff Almond has played with a who's who of artists such as Michel Camilo, Wayne Krantz, Michael Brecker, Terrance Blanchard, Mike Stern, Chris Potter, Trey Anastasio, John Patitucci, Clark Terry, Tito Puente, Alex Acuna, Paquito D'Rivera, Tom Scott, Manhattan Transfer & many more. After a recent shoot for MyMusicMasterclass.com on mind-bending drum exercises, Cliff sat down with us and talked about the music business, promotion, staying relevant, being a successful sideman and more. This podcast episode offers some great insight from an elite and in-demand musician. WooHoo!

50% of Music is 100% Mental Feb 23, 2020

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The mind is a powerful thing and if you want to take your career to the next level, you'll need to get your head together! Do you sound better in the practice room than you do on stage or in the studio? Do you feel anxious about certain musical situations or depressed that you haven't achieved your desired level of success? Are you jealous of accomplished musicians or angry that you've been passed by? There are many reasons artists get "blocked" and you must clear they way if you want to reach your full potential. Join Adam Small and Jake Moses from My Music Masterclass as they discuss the importance of your mental outlook, how to handle adversity in the business and how to get your confidence back.

A Chat With Miles Okazaki Feb 16, 2020

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Renowned jazz guitarist Miles Okazaki gives his take on staying musically fresh, gigging in the scene, finding motivation, promotion and more! After a recent shoot for MyMusicMasterclass.com on applying the music of Thelonious Monk to guitar, Miles Okazaki sat down with us for an inspiring interview. Miles talks about how he broke into the music scene and he gives insight into how he approaches his career, life and music. This podcast episode offers a unique glimpse into the mind of a wonderful jazz guitarist testing his boundaries, staying creative and making things happen. Hope you dig it! About Miles Okazaki: Along with holding degrees from Harvard University, Manhattan School of Music and The Juilliard School, Miles has performed and/or recorded with some of the world's best musicians. A partial list includes Stanley Turrentine, Kenny Barron, Steve Coleman, John Zorn, Jonathan Finlayson, Amir El Saffar, Adam Rudolph, Dan Weiss, Nasheet Waits, Aka Moon, Linda Oh, Darcy James Argue, Jane Monheit, Vijay Iyer, Francois Moutin, Carl Allen, Ohad Talmor, Mary Halvorson, Jen Shyu, Mark Giuliana, Patrick Cornelius, Rajna Swaminathan, Matt Mitchell, Craig Taborn, Tony Moreno, Ben Wendel and Donny McCaslin.

Networking in the Music Business, Without Being Annoying Feb 09, 2020

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So, you want to break into the scene, get more gigs and advance your music career? HINT: Be a friend, not a used car salesman (or saleswoman of course). The word "networking" often gets a bad connotation because most musicians simply go about it in the wrong way. The music business (and every music scene) is connected by relationships. These relationships include real people with real human traits and nobody likes pushy sales tactics. Join Adam Small and Jake Moses from My Music Masterclass as they discuss the dos and don'ts of networking in the industry. Topics include: networking, making connections, getting gigs, listening, making friends, hanging, being a genuine person, helping others, non-music skills, having a positive attitude and more.

Congrats on Your Music Degree. Now What? Feb 03, 2020

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You just received a shiny new music degree, Yay! Now it's time to get to work... One thing is for sure, there are no job listing boards or guaranteed gigs in this business. It’s up to you to carve your pathway into the music scene and become a fixture in this industry. The good news is, we have a special podcast episode to help point you in the right direction. Join Adam Small and Jake Moses from My Music Masterclass as they discuss the steps to take after music school in order to make the scene. Topics include: making connections, networking, moving to the right location, attitude, financial considerations, mental health, setting goals, maximizing downtime and more.

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