Slopes, Stadiums and Strings: Navigating The World Of Youth Extracurriculars w/ Andy Phillips
This week on More Than Musicians, Sarah sits down with Andy Phillips — a rare talent who has performed at a professional level in not just one discipline, but two. A former member of the U.S. Ski Team who later became the beloved kicker for the University of Utah football team (and even spent time in the NFL), Andy’s story is full of remarkable twists. And what many don’t know is that he’s also a gifted violinist.Andy’s perspective is especially powerful because he’s now a coach to his own kids on various teams and a featured writer for the Salt Lake Tribune, where he is passionate about helping kids tap into their fullest potential. Together, he and Sarah dive into what today’s youth are facing in the world of competitive sports and nonstop activities: burnout, the value of multi-sport experiences, knowing when an investment has lifetime value, and how parents can tell when it might be time for a child to step back or even quit.Insightful, grounded, and refreshingly honest, this episode offers practical wisdom for parents trying to help their kids thrive — a must-listen for parents, coaches, and anyone raising high-potential kids.
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A Mother’s Faith and a Daughter’s Song: Lessons in Joy, Faith, and Piano from Jayne and Summer Adamson
On this episode of More Than Musicians, Sarah welcomes Summer Adamson: wife, mother of four, author, and advocate. Summer shares her family’s journey after her daughter Jayne was born with Down syndrome—a diagnosis that, while unexpected, brought extra joy, curiosity, and compassion into their lives.Jayne plays a special musical number on the piano at the end of the episode. Don't miss this one!
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Lisle Moore - How an Award-Winning Composer Found Faith in Jesus Christ
In this episode of More Than Musicians, we will explore the transformative journey of Lisle Moore, an award-winning, world-renowned composer as he discovers his faith. Through compelling stories and insightful conversations, and moving music, this podcast delves into the intersection of artistry and spirituality. Perfect for music lovers, faith seekers, and anyone interested in inspiring life stories. Lisle and his daughter Elica perform a special number live at the end. Don't miss it!
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Enhancing Worship Through Sacred Music
In this episode, Sarah deep dives an experience she had in the temple that "poured rocket fuel" on her desire to make this podcast happen. She discusses the idea of music being a spiritual gift and how by understanding our gifts.. one can greater feel the guidance of The Spirit and access the power of heaven in their own life.
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Welcome To More Than Musicians
Learn the WHO, WHAT and WHY behind the podcast More Than Musicians!
On this show we will deep dive the life stories of our favorite musicians and explore the amazing ability music has to connect us to a higher power, to worship and bring us peace and hope in our life. I look forward to the inspiring, faith-filled conversations with musicians, experts and friends as we unpack the life lessons only music can teach us!