Crushing Classical

What you’ll hear: The most important thing you need to succeed as a film composer What NOT to do when networking with film industry people His formula for getting work in the film music business (this formula is tried and true!) Specific tips on what and how to share your music when looking for work - keeping your AUDIENCE in mind (AKA the producers/directors/people that hire you) The big differen...

What you’ll hear: The epiphany Cliff had TWICE about his career that launched him in the direction of his career as an arranger The bold way he learned the ins-and-outs of the commercial music business Why you SHOULD NOT do what he did if you are interested in arranging for commercial music How the commercial music business has changed Two things you should do (and one thing you should NOT do) if...

What you'll hear: - How and why Amir ultimately chose jazz over classical after studying both through college - What he did after college to seek out a specific sound he was craving... and it didn't even exist yet - The unique learning style that has been lost over generations, the human connection it creates and how this style greatly impacted his trumpet playing - What he realized abou...

What you'll hear: - Why he turned down an offer to return for another season with New World Symphony, how he handled the criticism...and how it fueled a larger vision   - The best way to hire and enroll the caliber of musicians you need to establish a top performing ensemble   - How to turn an audience into true FANS in an orchestral setting (a key ingredient if you are fundraising)   - The u...

On the show today:   - A significant difference between how the classical world and the business world approaches mentorship   - What you need most in order to build an audience, make an impact and lead any endeavor you want to create or expand this year   - The #1 reason why books, courses and programs you buy rarely cause any significant or lasting change for you   ...and more   Check out the am...

- The #1 question you need to ask (and answer) when you are first setting up a social media presence - How to identify your audience (Hint: your content should do TWO things at all times to ensure you actually HAVE an audience)   - A conversation about naming whatever your thing is (and why it matters)   - How to avoid reinventing the wheel when you are starting something new ...and much more Gaby...

- Why he wasn't sold on the traditional orchestra path and the ONE question he asked himself to know for sure (critical if you are considering an orchestral position) - The top 3 traits The Brass Project ensemble has that enabled them to start a group AND keep it going (if you want to start an ensemble, you don't want to miss this) - WHO you should choose to be in your ensemble (Hint: it...

What you'll hear: - What worked, what didn't and some important lessons from this year   - The biggest game changer for Crushing Classical and how we capitalized on it   - Where we got our best ideas from (and you should too!)   - What propelled Tracy (and by extension Crushing Classical) forward this year    ...and much more   I want to thank Ficks Music for sponsoring Crushing Classica...

- How deductions are changing in 2018 and what it means for you specifically - The biggest differences between the old and NEW rules for W2 wage earners - What is *actually* happening with health insurance premiums moving forward - Why you should strongly consider incorporating in 2018 ...and much more   To contact David Bartasavich for your tax needs or to ask any questions, contact him here: htt...

What you'll hear:   - The unfortunate stigma and silence around injury and illness that currently exists in classical music   - Why you actually ARE the most qualified person to start the thing you want to start (this will surprise you)   - How losing an ability can be your greatest opportunity   - The MOST important element to include in ANY money making venture you start today (everyone wan...

- The risk you take when you say yes to everything in order to "gain experience" and "get your foot in the door"   - How compliments and praise can seduce you into a career you never wanted   - The myth that is "working your way up"   - Why keeping up on technology and trends actually matters   ...and more   Mentioned in the podcast: Audition Mode: horn auditions work...

What you'll hear:   - The most immediate way to breathe new energy and life into your work, your playing and your projects   - Why it's okay to want more than you have now AND admit that you're not totally satisfied with your career (especially if you're pretending you are)   - The thing that will surprise you MOST about the classical musician community at large (that we'v...

What you'll hear: Why and how a career in classical music doesn’t have to be as narrow and limited as Choice A or Choice B   The most effective and powerful way to work through a personal or professional crisis   How putting so much emphasis and effort on the “big” events and moments of your life actually *creates* failure   The precarious spot you put yourself in when the only definition you...

What you'll hear: - The pitfalls of creating a public persona of peacocking, perfection and "having it all together"   - Dialogue on using social to entice more of your friends and colleagues to show up at your performances   - Digging into the elusive word "success" and how classical musicians define it uniquely   - Approaching social media in an easier and far more achie...

- How being one of the "chosen few" to attend Juilliard doesn't match the REALITY of how life works (Hint: You don't get to escape the need to meet people, build relationships and show up - even when you're broke)   - Why she ultimately stopped auditioning, the question she asked herself that turned out to be the deciding factor...and what she pursued instead   - How self...

What you'll hear: - Why you need to purposefully seek out the people who will support you and what that looks like in reality - How getting rejected from the Hollywood round of American Idol turned into a pivotal moment of clarity - Why convincing people that what you want to do never works (and what actually DOES work) - How the notion of "changing things" in any niche is counterpr...

What you'll hear: - The type of training business owners consistently engage in that multiplies their results (and ultimately their income)   - Why "I just need to practice more" isn't solving all your problems (and never will)   - The difference between a thinking problem and a money problem (this is why money always seems scarce)   - Why you seem to end up repeating patterns...

What you'll hear:    - A conversation about completing a classical music career with a hat tip to Zeneba Bowers ("I'm planning on going out like Seinfeld, not like Happy Days") - Why you must CREATE discomfort...before it shows up at at time you least expect it (and don't want it) - What the ACTUAL "worst" time really is to make a change in your life (you'll...

What you'll hear: - How a precarious orchestral employment situation triggered the birth of a passion filled income producing side hustle   - Why classical musicians would be wise to draw inspiration from areas OUTSIDE music   - How a massive rejection by a publisher turned into the greatest opportunity imaginable...and how to turn misfortune into your greatest blessing - The best way to avoi...

What you'll hear: - The "truths" classical musicians live by that cut off possibility - The ONLY reason why a non-music employer can't see your value - What sells you and your value BETTER than a resume - A frank conversation about every classical musician's dream...a $150K salary - A fun little $150K game to expand your mind and imagination :) ...and much more   Join the...

What you'll hear: - The what, how and why of "rules" and their impact on the classical world - How the Permission Triangle stops you from pursuing "Plan A" - The #1 reason why a unique career is actually EASIER to pursue than a job - Why you (and anyone) can be a public figure TODAY ...and much more Join the Crushing Classical Starting Line Challenge and explore what a uni...

What you'll hear:   - How to determine content design when creating a course, program, workshop or retreat   - The exact question to ask yourself in order to know who is the "right" customer for whatever you are creating   - Why your resume is the LAST thing you should rely on when trying to sell something (hint: there's something else people respond to much more readily)   - A...

What you'll hear: - Invitation to join the upcoming 7-Day Starting Line Challenge on  11/6/17 - A recap of our most recent 30 day challenge and what we walked away with - The real reason we continue doing challenges (and an invitation for you to join us in them) - A conversation about purpose vs. goals and why it matters ...and more   I want to thank Ficks Music for sponsoring Crushing Classi...

What you'll hear: - The #1 reason why people buy from you (for anyone who has ever considered selling a course, program, retreat, etc.) - The difference between marketing and selling a “hard topic” vs. a “soft topic” and why it matters - Why all the people who sell vague terminology like “success” are totally missing the mark - Why waiting until your thing is “perfect” before launching is a m...

What you'll hear: - The greatest misunderstanding that exists concerning life insurance and how it tangibly impacts you (and your family if you have one) - Why how you THINK about money is infinitely more important than any financial vehicle you buy into - The top 4 things you should address in your will (yes, you need one and here's why) - Why being debt free and living on a cash basis...