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Saxophonist Dan White; Using the ‘Yes’ Mentality to Embrace Challenges, Ep 245

Saxophonist Dan White; Using the ‘Yes’ Mentality to Embrace Challenges, Ep 245

Update: 2025-05-22

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In this conversation, saxophonist Dan White reflects on his journey from a young student learning 50 tunes by ear to earning a music degree at Ohio State and touring professionally.

Here’s a guided timestamp to check out the highlights of the episode — perfect if you want to jump straight to the parts that resonate most with you.

00:00 - His first instrument and how he got into playing saxophone

09:07 - Learning 50 tunes by ear

11:52 - What convinced him to do music as a career

15:46 - Eye opening music camp he went to

21:10 - Getting a music degree at Ohio state

25:13 - Question he asked himself that inspired his future

30:37 - Advice for those who don’t like to record themselves

34:08 - Advice for dealing with negative comments

45:36 - Temptation of perfection

54:59 - What he considers as weakness in a player

58:51 - How he organizes his practicing

01:02:58 - What to do whenever you feel overwhelmed

01:11:13 - Importance of good relationship within the band

01:17:10 - His tonal concept, gear, and set-up

01:31:54 - Advice from Walter Blanding

01:34:49 - How and when did he start using P Mauriat Saxophone

01:41:19 - Upcoming projects

Explore more about Dan White—his background, music, and socials—all in one place: https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophonist-dan-white-using-the-yes-mentality-to-embrace-challenges

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Saxophonist Dan White; Using the ‘Yes’ Mentality to Embrace Challenges, Ep 245

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