Feeding the Starving Artist: Finding Success as an Arts Entrepreneur

Artist Entreprenuer Susan Zhang joins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. In addition to her work with the Concert Truck, Susan is an acclaimed pianist with "astounding musical authority" (Columbia Free Times), Susan made her orchestral debut at the age of twelve with the Augusta Symphony. She has since been featured as a soloist with the South Carolina Philharmonic, the Aiken Civic...

DJ Trevor D. rejoing the podcast with an inside look of his work as a DJ and some great stories from his years of experience as a DJ. Trevor is a native of Charleston, SouthCarolina with years of DJ and major event experience under his belt. From festivals and parties and formal boutiqueweddings to special events, corporate meetings, and fundraisers, Trevor has the experience to read a crowd and m...

DJ Trevor D. is a native of Charleston, SouthCarolina with years of DJ and major event experience under his belt. From festivals and parties and formal boutiqueweddings to special events, corporate meetings, and fundraisers, Trevor has the experience to read a crowd and make sure the event has the right vibes from start to end. Trevor is in demand locally, nationally, and internationally with his...

Scotty Barnhardt rejoins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast! William "Scotty" Barnhart  is an American jazz trumpeter. A three-time Grammy winner, he hasplayed since 1993 as a featured soloist with  CountBasie Orchestra .  In September 2013, Barnhart was announced asthe new director of the Basie Orchestra.  He has multiple recordings with pianist  Marcus Roberts , as well as recordi...

Scotty Barnhart  is an American jazz trumpeter. A three-time Grammy winner, he has played since 1993 as a featured soloist with  CountBasie Orchestra .  In September 2013, Barnhart was announced asthe new director of the Basie Orchestra. He has multiple recordings with pianist  Marcus Roberts , as well as recordings with  Tony Bennett ,  Diana Krall ,  Ray, Charles , and  Tito Puente . A solo CD,...

Douglas Droste rejoins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast! Doug is recognized as possessing an "obvious joy" for making music and a "sure sense of timing" when on the podium. Those under his baton routinely acknowledge his in-depth interpretations, keen sense of communication and personable ability to empower musicians. Doug's guest conducting appearances include the I...

Conductor Douglas Droste joins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Doug is recognized as possessing "obvious joy" for making music and a "sure sense of timing" when on the podium. Those under his baton routinely acknowledge his in-depth interpretations, keen sense of communication and personable ability to empower musicians. Doug's guest conducting appearances include...

Dr. David Brubeck rejoins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Dave is an acclaimed bass trombonist, composer, and educator whose groundbreaking contributions to music have left an indelible mark on the world of brass performance. Best known for his innovative Stereograms—a collection of solo works for bass clef instruments published internationally—Brubeck has performed and recorded with lege...

Dr. David Brubeck joins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Dave is an acclaimed bass trombonist, composer, and educator whose groundbreaking contributions to music have left an indelible mark on the world of brass performance. Best known for his innovative Stereograms—a collection of solo works for bass clef instruments published internationally—Brubeck has performed and recorded with legend...

Linda Love-Simmons returns to the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast! Linda is an award winning director and choreographer who has created special events from Los Angeles to New York City for Disney, Barbie, Monster High, the 2002 Olympics, Megan Mulally, Paramount Pictures, the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, Holland America cruise lines, Sesame Street Live, Oakley, and Under Armor.    Stage Ch...

Linda Love-Simmons is an award winning director and choreographer who has created special events from Los Angeles to New York City for Disney, Barbie, Monster High, the 2002 Olympics, Megan Mulally, Paramount Pictures, the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, Holland America cruise lines, Sesame Street Live, Oakley, and Under Armor.    Stage Choreography credits include SWING, A CHORUS LINE, THE PRODU...

Mary Jo Papich , rejoins the podcast. Known for her avid support and leadership in arts education, is the cofounder and was the first president of the Jazz Education Network. She has been recognized nationally and internationally for her efforts in arts education. A music educator and fine arts administrator for over thirty-five years, Papich has garnered many honors and awards. Mary Jo’s recent a...

Mary Jo Papich , known for her avid support and leadership in arts education, is the cofounder and was the first president of the Jazz Education Network. She has been recognized nationally and internationally for her efforts in arts education. A music educator and fine arts administrator for over thirty-five years, Papich has garnered many honors and awards. Mary Jo’s recent accolades include havi...

Classical trumpeter  Mary Elizabeth Bowden  joins Rick and Ron again for another episode of the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Mary Elizabeth is a highly in-demand soloist, praised for her “splendid, brilliant” playing ( Gramophone Magazine ) and her “pure, refined, and warm” tone ( American Record Guide) . A Gold Medal Global Music Award Winner, Opus Klassik Nominee, and Yamaha Performing A...

Classical trumpeter  Mary Elizabeth Bowden  joins Rick and Ron in another episode of the Feeding the Starving Artist podcat. Mary Elizabeth is a highly in-demand soloist, praised for her “splendid, brilliant” playing ( Gramophone Magazine ) and her “pure, refined, and warm” tone ( American Record Guide) . A Gold Medal Global Music Award Winner, Opus Klassik Nominee, and Yamaha Performing Artist, B...

Clarence rejoins Rick and Ron on the podcast. Clarence is one of the busiest jazz drummers in the world, a leader of multiple bands, a composer, a prolific producer, and a music educator. He's an accomplished jazz drummer, highly regarded for his impressive skills in music composition, production, and education. Since his arrival in New York City in 1991, Penn has worked with an extensive list...

Clarence Penn joins the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Clarence is one of the busiest jazz drummers in the world, a leader of multiple bands, a composer, a prolific producer, and an educator. He's an accomplished jazz drummer, is highly regarded for his impressive skills in music composition, production, and education. Since his arrival in New York City in 1991, Penn has worked with an e...

Rick and Ron continue their conversation with drummer David Agee. David holds the drumset chair for the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters.  With the Sea Chanters, Agee has performed at the White House, NFL halftime shows, and the Fireworks Spectacular with the Boston Pops.  David is also active as a freelancer and music educator around Washington, DC.  Known as a musical chameleon, versed in ja...

Rick and Ron host drummer David Agee to the podcast. David holds the drumset chair for the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters.  With the Sea Chanters, Agee has performed at the White House, NFL halftime shows, and the Fireworks Spectacular with the Boston Pops.  David is also active as a freelancer and music educator around Washington, DC.  Known as a musical chameleon, versed in jazz, funk, pop...

Mike Geib joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a freelance musician, composer, educator, and recording artist. Mike is a bassist, based in Oklahoma City how is has been called a musical chameleon who thrives in classical, jazz and pop mediums. He has performed with Benny Golson, Kenny Garrett, Divo, and the Lyric Opera of Oklahoma. He is on the faculty of the University of Central Oklahoma...

Rick and Ron use Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality as a basis to help creative artists bring a fearless, relentless pursuit of absolute excellence to their art.

Join Rick and Ron as they welcome Curtis King to the podcast. Curtis is a multi-talented vocalist who is currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Curtis' repertoire includes pop, R&B and jazz. He has developed a unique and personal style of vocalization, often using body percussion - creating a personal language that speaks to many. Curtis is in demand as a backgroun...

Curtis King is an amazing vocalist, with a versatility that is rare. His repertoire includes pop, R&B and jazz, and has developed a unique and personal style of vocalization, a sound that is African and Asian inspired, often using body percussion - creating a world vibe, or a personal language that speaks to many. Curtis is currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen and has provided background v...

Join Rick and Ron as they welcome Bryan Uhl back to the Feeding the Starving Artist podcast. Bryan is a trumpet player who graduated with music degrees from Iowa State University and the University of North Texas. During his career Bryan has enjoyed a varied and prolific performing career. In his 20-year tenure with the West Point Band (NY), Bryan performed everything from big band jazz, classical...

Rick and Ron welcome Bryan Uhl to the Feeding the Artist Podcast. Bryan is a trumpet player who graduated with music degrees from Iowa State University and the University of North Texas. During his career Bryan has enjoyed a varied and prolific performing career. In his 20-year tenure with the West Point Band (NY), Bryan performed everything from big band jazz, and classical chamber music at major...