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Author, songwriter, musician, and performer Matt Wilson explores topics covered in his book Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician. Guests from all walks of life share personal and professional experiences on performance, confidence, courage & fear, perspective, creativity, expectations, management, and skills.
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Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Cliff & Susan Prowse join Matt to discussthe impact of AI and automation on the music industry and artists, the increasing value of live performance-based careers,the importance of identifying where to invest time and resources as a performer, and the necessity of discernment and building a trusted team.Cliff & Susan Prowse, founders of B...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Kat Edmonson joins Matt to discusschoosing the right environment to spark and capture inspiration,coping with criticism and expectations in high-exposure performance opportunities,gaining strength through improvement, perseverance, and creativity,realizing one's authentic aspirations and pursuing a new path, andfinding meaning and balance that transcends t...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Phil Pritchett joins Matt to discuss the expectations and realities of the working musician. Topics includestories from the studio and the stage, how to approach and evaluate performance,reassessing career goals, andfocusing on meaning and being grateful.Phil Pritchett is a Texas-based rock and roll singer-songwriter, entertainer, and producer. w...
Send us a textSeason 2, Episode 3 - Geoff Smith, Katie Pinder Brown, and Ken Gustafson join Matt to talk about the longstanding tradition of the piano bar. Topics includethe allure and accessibility of the show, multiple strategies for an ideal performance,balancing entertainment and musicality,and how a piano bar show can affect an audience.GuestsGeoff Smith is a prolific American music producer and performer. His work includes custom music creation for all forms of media and live- musi...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Stuart Malina joins Matt to discusshis role in creating Movin' Out and a reflection on the show 20 years later,multiple strategies for masterful performance,utilizing and discerning opinions,and maintaining a balanced perspective professionally and personally.In a wide variety of concerts, from masterworks and grand opera to pops, Stuart Malina's eas...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Ross Shafer joins Matt to discussIdentifying and aligning skills for reinventing yourself professionally.Finding meaning within the mundane and how to reframe your day-to-day endeavors.How to draw confidence from what sets you apart.A few performance tips for the stage.Recreating success after failure or when taking on a new endeavor.In addition, Ross shar...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Dan Holmes joins Matt to discussspecific tips for building and maintaining an online presence,the role specificity plays in your brand, andthe importance of finding joy in what you are selling.Dan Holmes is a professional musician, songwriter, entertainer, and founder of Allrequestpiano.com. Dan and his partner, Heather Ray, perform over 200 shows a year a...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Darrell and Matt tell a few stories, discuss tools and techniques, and share strategies anyone can use to prepare mentally and consistently deliver in high-pressure performance situations. Darrell May is a former MLB player with over 16 years at the professional level. Darrell started his pro career with the Atlanta Braves when he was drafted at age ...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Tim Levy joins Matt to discussthe importance of personal and professional reinvention and how to do it,why you should seek to find meaningful and challenging endeavors, and the pitfalls of becoming attached to the future and what it means to choose a wide or narrow gaze.Tim Levy is an author, speaker, marketing and business consultant, film and TV pro...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, the Reverend Merrill Wade joins Matt to discusstactful delivery and the art of remaining composed during a performance or presentation,finding faith in the ability to build confidence,how to discern and manage anxious environments and communication, andthe necessity and benefits of sincere compliments. (The Reverend) Merrill Wade is a recently retired...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Debbie joins Matt to discussthe 4-part sequence to learning, identifying Learned Helplessness and Imposter Syndrome, how to identify and allocate your most valuable resources,identifying and managing Frustration Tolerance,strategies for managing difficult team members, bandmates, and associates, and how and when to establish professional and...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Rickey joins Matt to discussReprogramming our minds for better preparation and performance,How to choose excitement over anxiety and depression,How to use experience as a resource, andHow to apply the Opportunity Reaction Management System to future endeavors.THE ULTIMATE “MR. HAPPY,” Rickey Paul Getwood, Jr is a Professional Fitness Trainer, Certified Jay...
Send us a textFocusing on Hook #47 in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Matthew Friedman shares how he transformed from practicing law in New York City to playing the role of the Piano Man in Movin’ Out on Broadway. A tale complete with rockstar encounters, overcoming naysayers, building skill and confidence, witnessing tragedy, and years of waiting and hoping, Matthew’s story exemplifies the patience and persistence needed to pursue a dre...
Send us a textDrawing on the concepts presented in Matt’s book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Nicole Brogdon (MAC,LPC,LMFT) joins Matt to discuss:• How to regulate emotions onstage and within relationships,• How to maintain perspective during significant changes and moments,• How to apply a process-oriented approach to performance and life. Nicole Brogdon is a licensed professional counselor in Austin, TX. She treats professional musicians thr...
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