Dig into Kendra Ross’s work history, and you'll find her in the recording studio, on stage with a touring show, behind a departmental director's desk at Universal Music, in the classroom as a professor, and in the community as a consultant, activist, and storyteller. She has a great deal of wisdom and advice to share, including the importance of knowing the driving purpose behind the work you do.
Read MoreBefore making the choice to stay at home with her children, Meg McQue taught elementary music in the public schools for several years. Her experience is a great example of finding work-life balance, and allowing your professional work to serve your desired lifestyle (rather than the other way around!).
Read MoreAs a tradesman, John Panaccio occupies an often overlooked role with the performing arts world. He shares his passion for the craft, explains how he came across the profession, and offers great advice for anyone interested in exploring this age-old art form.
Read MoreKory Antonacci is the Creative and Expressive Arts Therapy Program Coordinator at Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh. She discusses what it was like to discover her life passion in high school after considering other career options that didn’t seem like quite the right fit. Kory explains the scope and nature of the work of a music therapist and details the necessary steps for getting started on this path.
Read MoreAaron White has worked as a theatre professional in multiple cities and states, doing everything from acting in classical Shakespeare in professional productions to designing scenery for high school musicals. He reveals the challenges of receiving feedback as a professional actor and shares what it’s like to be a husband and father while working as a performing artist.
Read MoreJasper van Dijk studied film music and sound design at Berklee College of Music. He lives and works in LA. Jasper talks about finding clarity in career-based decisions, getting started in the film music industry, the role of parent and family support, and the importance of doing what you love.
Read MoreTess Marshall has worked across Manhattan and the US, performing in musicals and other live productions. She shares a clear-headed look at making a career as a performer and a perspective on life all will find inspiring.
Read MoreChris Leidhecker is a gigging/touring Nashville-based drummer. As the first guest on the show, he discusses finding work-life balance as a gig-worker and why where you go to college isn’t as important as what you do while you’re there. Plus, he has great words of encouragement for anyone looking to go into music or the other performing arts.
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