S2EP6: Balancing Kaleidoscope Music Careers with Gill Derer (@gill.flutes)
Tune in for a candid conversation with Nathalie Simper and Gill Derer, a classical musician who has the epitome of a kaleidoscope career. From her experiences of becoming an "accidental" social media influencer, creating performance opportunities for herself, and balancing the many hats she wears, Gill shares the lessons she's learned along the way (as well as the lessons she's excited to continue learning). Main Points: How becoming a social media influencer found Gill The expectation VS. reality of being a modern classical musician The pivotal moment in Gill's educational path that is still evolving How small incidents stack up to completely change the course of your career The humanity in questioning your journey as a classical musician Finding ways to feed yourself so that you can give to others The connection we fuel through music Why creating your own opportunities is more difficult yet more rewarding Get to know Gill! Follow her on Instagram (@gill.flutes) Subscribe to her YouTube channel (@gill.flutes) Check out her journey on Substack: The Practice Room 🎵 Gill's recommended reading: "How to Love Better" by Yung Pueblo Want to get BTS content? Join the Limitless Musician Newsletter Follow The Limitless Musician via Instagram Check out The Music Teacher's Playbook
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S2 Bonus: Planning for a Profitable Studio with Carmen Chavez
Have you ever had a plan for building a private studio but didn't know how to move forward? In this bonus episode, Texas flutist Carmen Chavez shares her experience of graduating with a master in music performance with the challenges of a global pandemic. Carmen shares the gaps in knowledge she needed to fill and how The Music Teacher's Playbook, KE Creative's coaching program for private music teachers, helped her go from 1 student to a full and thriving studio. To learn more about The Music Teacher's Playbook: See EVERYTHING included in Playbook HERE Request more info HERE Hear about other Playbook Grads HERE
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S2EP5: Vulnerability in Being Yourself
In this heartfelt solo episode, Nathalie reflects on the side of authenticity that most classical musicians avoid talking about. Sharing her own experiences of burnout and rediscovering purpose beyond a career, she explores how reconnecting with yourself often means walking away from what you already know. Through this discussion, gain insight on vulnerability as a vessel for growth instead of weakness. Nathalie also shares her favorite resources that helped shape her approach to authenticity. Main Points: The idea versus the reality of "being yourself" Why most people avoid being vulnerable, even with themself What it means to "Be a Person" The balance of challenges as a burden or a privilege Finding balance in hobbies and other activities that connect with your core identity Podcast and book recommendations for shifting perspectives and practical tools to change habits KE Creative Links: LM Newsletter - sign up to get "The Musician's Real-World Survival Guide" Music Teacher's Playbook - see if you're a good fit! Resource Links: Worklife with Adam Grant - "When Work Takes Over Your Life" interview with Arianna Huffington Atomic Habits by James Clear The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins Organize Tomorrow Today by Jason Selk, Tom Bartow, and Matthew Rudy
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S2EP4: Embracing Authenticity, Part 2
Following the previous episode on being your true self in professional spaces, co-hosts Nathalie and Katherine dive into what living and working authentically means for them. Listen to their stories of struggling with the pressures of following a "traditional" path of musicianship, and the turning points that helped them redefine who they are on their own terms. From setting boundaries to making space for all that makes up your identity, this conversation highlights the power of self-discovery and creating opportunities that align with who you truly are. Main Points: Why the "checklist" of traditional music career paths don't guarantee success The battle between musical perfectionism and showing up authentically How to distinguish your musical identity from your human identity Understanding which sacrifices lead to success and which lead to burnout How Katherine and Nathalie prioritize self and balance their multi-faceted careers, including ideas to keep your creative spark alive Follow us for more music career support! Follow The Limitless Musician via Instagram Katherine on Instagram Real Talk Tuesdays on YouTube
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S3EP3: Embracing Authenticity as a Modern Musician
In this solo episode, Nathalie breaks down how professional authenticity and basic human survival instincts can be at odds. If you've ever felt like you had to craft a perfected professional version of yourself in order to be successful in your music career, this episode is for you. Learn about why musicians tend to struggle more than others to fit in, and how to create an environment that helps the real you THRIVE instead of just SURVIVE. Main Points: How presenting different versions of yourself is rooted in the need to survive Why classical musicians walk certain career paths even when it feels like the wrong move How showing up authentically promotes creativity and artistry in Classical Music Five steps to practice being your true self and find ways to thrive How being yourself can transform your life! Studies about Conformity and Effects: Nature Journal, Issue 640 School Mental Health Journal, Issue 16 Follow us for more music career support! Follow The Limitless Musician via Instagram! Check out The Music Teacher's Playbook! Join the Limitless Musician Newsletter!
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