Tag: music
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Ep. 223: The Science of Burnout & the Musical Tools That Heal It; with Amelia Nagoski, DMA
Overwhelmed, exhausted, or running on fumes? Discover why burnout happens, how to know when you’re stuck in the stress cycle, and the surprising ways music can help you find your way back to balance.
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Ep. 219: The Hidden Resource for Stress Relief, Connection, and Resilience – How Orchestras Are Quietly Transforming Community Well-Being; with Karen Yair, PhD
Discover how orchestras are stepping into the health and wellness space in powerful ways, building programs that reduce stress, combat loneliness, and support resilience. A new Catalyst Guide from the League of American Orchestras shines a spotlight on this movement. Explore what it means for you, your community, and the future of music.
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Micro 44: Behind the Mic – Answering One of My Most-Asked Questions
Ever wonder which podcast episodes leave the biggest mark – and why? In this micro episode, I reveal the conversations that changed me, the listener question that inspired it, and how music can transform your life, too.
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Ep. 218: How a Bruce Springsteen Concert Saved My Life – One Woman’s Story of Depression, Hope, and Rediscovering Life at 60; with Anne Abel
What happens when one concert flips the trajectory of a life? Author Anne Abel had lived with severe depression since her teens – when, at age 60, a Bruce Springsteen concert had an effect that extensive therapies had failed to accomplish. In this moving conversation, Anne shares how that night sparked a journey from despair…
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Micro 42: Create a Practice Nest – 3 Elements for a Back-to-School Boost
It’s back-to-school season! Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or lifelong learner, now is the perfect time to create a practice nest – a welcoming space that transforms music practice from a chore into a joy. Discover three key elements to design a practice space that inspires consistency, comfort, and creativity.
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Ep. 216: Your Fall Reset – Enhanced Focus, Mindfulness, and Productivity with Music at School, Work, and Home; with Sara Sherman
It’s back-to-school season – and a perfect time for a Fall Reset! Whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or lifelong learner, this episode is for all ages. Sara Sherman shares 3 practical tips to harness the power of music to build positive habits and strengthen executive function skills – while also developing connections and nurturing…