Show Notes
Multi-instrumentalist and musical director, Cory James, reveals his favorite instrument to play. He talks about his experience as musical director for RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner, comedian and singer/songwriter, Trixie Mattel. He provides some insight to the life of a young musician just coming up during, arguably, the worst time to be a musician. He discusses the importance of chops and when to use them. Cory also talks about growing up with a musician for a Dad. Trixie Mattel Live: https://youtu.be/EaPphXUWsVY
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Trumpet player and founding member of the band, Chicago, Lee Loughnane, reflects on his 59 years with one of the biggest selling rock bands of all time. He talks about his songwriting and how he got started. He talks about his unexpected fate of being the last original member in a band he helped to start almost 60 years ago and about the future of the band which includes some new music.
Keyboardist and vocalist, Justin Avery, recalls his journey from Michigan to Los Angeles. He talks about the pressures of arranging music for the popular tv show, American Idol. He tells the story of getting the gig with the iconic band Chicago and gives some insight into his own music and his songwriting process.
Berklee College of Music professor, Kaye Kelly, talks about her new book, The Modern Creative: A Practical Guide for 21st Century Artists and what it has to offer young creatives. She recalls her experience working at Disney World and attending the University of Miami. She remembers the recording process of her album, “Wide Open Road”, and discusses the future of streaming.
Trombonist, Nick Lane, reveals how he got the gig subbing for Jimmy Pankow in the band, Chicago. He talks about moving to Los Angeles and starting his own band. He recalls writing for his hometown orchestra in Marshalltown, IA.
Keyboard player and singer, Carlos Murguia, tells the story of his entrance into the band, Chicago. He talks about his experiences as a session singer in Los Angeles. He discusses his album, ‘Wake Up”, and what it was like writing, arranging, and producing the whole album himself. He reminisces about moving to L.A. as a young man with a band with his brothers.