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The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew Hitz will help you make more money in the music business. Andrew brings his experience of performing in almost 40 countries over the last two decades to conversations with the most successful musical entrepreneurs in the world to provide actionable advice for anyone trying to succeed in today's ever-changing music industry.
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The Brass Junkies, hosted by former Boston Brass tuba player Andrew Hitz and a rotating cast of characters, features interviews with the best and brightest brass players in the world. Subject matter includes everything from the serious to the ridiculous, just like the music business.
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Welcome to Cannabition Live, where the world's cannabis community can express their experiences. The Cannabition Museum is the world's only immersive, social-first, multi-sensory art museum, mainstreaming cannabis culture. The Cannabition Museum will be opening this July in downtown Las Vegas.
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Because distributing your music around the world is so incredibly inexpensive and almost instantaneous, marketing is the new way to get your music in front of fans and potential fans. Watch TEM313 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM313 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentio…
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A reminder that perseverance is essential for success in the music business. Watch TEM312 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM312 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching de…
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Andrew is joined by seven brass players who share thoughts about a musician they were thankful for in 2023. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Guests Giving Thanks: Sasha Romero (Principal Trombone of the Metropolitan Opera) is thankful for Claudio Sanchez (8:10) Rodney Marsalis (Lead…
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A reminder that even our heroes started out not even knowing what they didn't know. Watch TEM311 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM311 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coac…
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Andrew and guest co-host Dr. Michael W. Nickens are joined by trombonist Myles Blakemore of The United States Navy Band Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and pr…
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When to bet on yourself, when to demand more money, and how to tell the difference. Watch TEM310 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM310 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coac…
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A quote from Steve Jobs about the value of deciding what not to do. Watch TEM309 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM309 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you …
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Andrew and guest co-host Buddy Deshler are joined by trumpeter, coronetist, and flugelhornist Jen Oliverio Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and produced by And…
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A quote from Steve Jobs about the value of deciding what not to do. Watch TEM308 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM307 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you …
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Andrew is joined by Ryan McGeorge, euphonium player for "The President's Own" Marine Band Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and produced by Andrew Hitz for Peda…
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Composer and trumpet player Marcus Grant on combining quality and quantity, dealing with haters, and showing that you care. Watch TEM307 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM307 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rare…
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Andrew and guest co-host Michael Nickens are joined by trumpeter and composer Marcus Grant. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and produced by Andrew Hitz for Pe…
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Ask yourself if you really need to be invited to the table or if you could instead just pull up a chair. Watch TEM306 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM306 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish a…
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Why failing quickly is by far the best strategy. Watch TEM305 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM305 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a personalized plan…
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This Listener's Choice is all questions about the late, great Sam Pilafian. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and produced by Andrew Hitz for Pedal Note Media h…
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What perfectionism really is - and what we tell ourselves it is so that it is more palatable. Watch TEM304 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM304 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Le…
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The two essential ingredients needed to pull off any great plan. Watch TEM303 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM303 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a p…
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Are there aspects of your portfolio career where you could be working less hard and getting the same results? Watch TEM302 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM302 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to fin…
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Andrew is joined by trumpet player Dr. Luke Spence, fresh off playing in a dream team trumpet section for the first ever performances of the International Pride Orchestra.Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagra…
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The six words that we must unlearn (even though it isn't easy.) Watch TEM301 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM301 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a pe…
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A reminder that magic rarely comes from showing up only once or twice. Watch TEM300 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM300 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design y…
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A very cool story showing how often we create our own suffering and how that relates to a musician with a portfolio career. Watch TEM299 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM299 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rare…
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The three things to assess to ensure you are approaching the current iteration of your career in the best way possible. Watch TEM298 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM298 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely s…
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The best question to ask yourself to figure out whether you are on the right career path. Watch TEM297 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM297 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TE…
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Andrew is joined by three phenomenal euphonium players, Jamie Lipton, John Caputo and Betsy Hones, to talk all NABBA and the British-style brass band scene in the US. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.co…
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Always be proactive at identifying and solving problems for yourself and others. Watch TEM296 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM296 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coachin…
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Trumpet player Jeff Conner of Boston Brass joined Andrew for a session on building a world-class chamber ensemble at the Brass Career Intensive. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass…
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Don’t make this big mistake when selling yourself or your services Watch TEM295 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM295 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a…
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Why experiencing imposter syndrome is actually a foolproof sign that you are on the right path. Watch TEM294 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM294 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? …
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Horn player and very-soon-to-be Doctor Kelly Langenberg joins Andrew and special guest co-host Jeff Nelsen of Canadian Brass to talk about horn and the challenges of being a female brass player. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagra…
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Why the answer to just about every problem is making yourself irreplaceable - and how to do it. Watch TEM293 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM293 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? …
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A better long-term strategy than goal-setting for success and happiness courtesy of James Clear. Watch TEM292 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM292 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything?…
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Phenomenal trombonist Zenas Kim-Banther joins Andrew and special guest co-host Jim Nova to talk about trombone and horses. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and…
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Don't make these five mistakes that I've seen over and over again while reading hundreds of grant proposals on behalf of The Mockingbird Foundation. Watch TEM291 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM291 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from pr…
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From advanced yoga poses to building websites, why people who have skills that you don’t have aren’t magical - they’ve just had discipline. Watch TEM290 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM290 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to …
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Jazz trombone legend John Fedchock joins Andrew and guest co-host, former Brass Junkies guest, and John's wife Jennifer Wharton to talk about his amazing career that spans over four decades. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► …
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Why everything you produce needs to have a strong opinion and a warning about what is coming if you don’t blend in.) Watch TEM289 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM289 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem…
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If you price an offering correctly, some people will always think you are charging too much and some will think you are not charging enough - and there is no way to make both groups happy. Watch TEM288 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM288 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references m…
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International euphonium sensastion Glenn Van Looy joins Andrew and guest host Hiram Diaz from Switzerland to discuss his career as one of the most in-demand euphonium soloists in the world. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► h…
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The importance of being intentional about what you learn. Watch TEM287 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM287 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let TEM Coaching design you a personal…
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Horn legend Marty Hackleman takes us behind the scenes for the Empire Brass recording session for their album Class Brass. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4jens/ The Brass Junkies is hosted and…
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A clip from each Brass Junkies interview of 2022 along with some brief thoughts on each. TBJ180 Matt Neff of the North Carolina Symphony on getting incredibly nervous in auditions, even two decades into his professional career (2:51) TBJ181 Kevin Newton of Imani Winds on his mental approach to auditions (7:44) TBJ182 Jeff Curnow of The Philadelphia…
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Why not making a decision is still making one and the trick I convince myself to take action. Watch TEM286 on YouTube and head over to tem.fm for the TEM286 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Le…
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Why you need to be following the green lights in your portfolio career rather than stopping to fixate on the stop signs. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM285 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project and rarely seem to finish anything? Let…
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Trumpet superstar Rex Richardson joins the show to talk about his new book, 100 Days of Trumpet Practice, and to offer practicing tips for all brass players. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunkies.com Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/pray4je…
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TEM284: My Productivity System for 2023 The system I am using in 2023 to prioritize the things which will most move the needle for my portfolio career as well as my bottom line. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM284 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from p…
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The latest installment of the Brass Legacy Project celebrates the life of former Principal Tuba of the San Francisco Symphony Floyd Cooley. Special guests: Kevin Harrison - Axiom Brass Daryl Johnson - Louisville Symphony Orchestra Pete Link - Kyoto Symphony Orchestra Mike Roylance - Boston Symphony Orchestra William Russell - Boston Brass Jerome St…
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Principal Trombone of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Pete Sullivan joins Andrew along with special guest co-host Jim Nova for Episode 204 of The Brass Junkies. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► https://www.pedalnotemedia.com/the-brass-junkies-podcast/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/pray4jens/ Instagram …
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Andrew is joined by friends to share what they're grateful for! Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► https://www.pedalnotemedia.com/the-brass-junkies-podcast/ For the annual episode giving thanks, Andrew is joined by five friends of the show: ► Shelagh Abate - The Horn Queen of Broadway ► Jack Burt - Professor of …
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TEM283: The science behind cultivating gratitude Some priceless wisdom from Elizabeth Gilbert about not basing our sense of worth on things we can not control. Head over to tem.fm for the TEM283 Show Notes including a list of topics covered in this episode as well as links to all references mentioned. ----- Do you ever jump from project to project …
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