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Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC
We share the stories and work of music and music-related professionals to encourage hobbyists, budding amateurs, and music and music-related professionals. Make More Music is hosted by a board-certified music therapist to show the wide variety of ways people enter and make a living in music.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Courtney & JT from Thompson Guitar & Thrift! This is a super encouraging chat for people thinking about starting their own business, guitar tinkerers, and generally some awesome motivation.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat again our dear friend, M. W. Hale! We talk about the process of DIY-ing a record, forming a band, getting gigs, and more.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today is a special episode where I break down the nitty gritty and answer a few listener questions about building your own partscaster-style guitar. M. W. Hale guest hosts and we have a good time talking about how the build the guitar of your dreams! Support the show:Tell a friend, leave a rating, & review! Here are our links to support the show & learn more Thanks to our season three sponsors:
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with concert pianist, author, podcast host, content creator, educator... clearly she does it all, Jeeyoon Kim! She shares her backstory and how she inspires connection through classical music in everything that she does.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Back by popular demand, the BLACK FRIDAY EPISODE! Sound clips from DIY pedals, the Empress Effects ZOIA, the Chase Bliss Audio MOOD, my partscaster, and more.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my friend and colleague Jesse Asch-Ortiz, LCAT, M.S., MT-BC. He shares his musical backstory, experiences working in mental health music therapy, and we talk about our collaborations for the Music Therapy TECHNook.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my colleague and friend Dr. Lorna Segall, MT-BC. She shares her musical backstory, a little about music therapy, and what it's like to consider the academic trajectory of incoming undergraduates.
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UofL Music Therapy Clinic
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About: Lorna Segall is director of music therapy at University of Louisville and a music therapy clinician specializing in treating prison medical and hospice populations. Her primary research interests explore music therapy in corrections, end-of-life/bereavement care, gerontology, and intergenerational programming. Segall’s vocal background guides her research in exploring how choral singing influences the psychological and physical condition for various populations. Founder of the Behind the Wire Choir at Wakulla Correctional Institute, she also presents and lectures at conferences. Segall was a hospice clinician prior to teaching. She earned a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance, masters’ degrees in music therapy and vocal performance, and a PhD in music education. She is passionate about utilizing music to reframe stereotypes, embrace the beauty of being human, and give voice to those who are not heard.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my long time friends and previous bandmates, J.T. Butcher and Drew Charron... and we talk about their careers in music and path to renovating a home into a recording studio. If you like banter, this the banterest banter you've ever wanted.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with pedal company owner & DIY supporter John Esterly of Rare Buzz Effects. He shares his musical backstory, an intro to DIY pedals, and more.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with vocalist, educator, and artist Pyeng Threadgill. She shares her musical backstory, about vocal health, and how she creates safe spaces for non-binary and BIPOC to explore their voice.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the gear community hot topic himself, Joel Korte of Chase Bliss Audio. He shares his musical backstory, we talk about his unique path to gear, finding his way through traumatic experiences, stuttering & self-acceptance, and we talk about consumerism in the pedal industry.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the awesome pedal power couple with Grant & Karen from BIG EAR Pedals. They share their backstory and what it's like to navigate the music industry from the autism spectrum, as well as fun stories that rope in Tommy Hilfiger, cats (of course), banter, and more serious topics, too!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the incomparable Daniel Donato. He shares his musical backstory, we talk the Grateful Dead, the origins of Cosmic Country, telecasters, and more.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with country music internet savior and podcast radio host, W. B. Walker. He shares his musical backstory, the development of the Old Soul Radio Show, being friends with Colter Wall, mental health, finding Jesus, and more.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with professor, podcaster, and equity consultant Hilary Jones. She shares her musical backstory, we talk equity & inclusion in the music-related industries, and how you can promote safe spaces in music communities.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the thoughtful gear community podcasters Emily Harris & Andrew Rinard. They share their musical backstory, all about the podcast, and why hard conversations aren't confronted in the gear community.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Rob Carli & Terry Stuart share their divergent backgrounds, how they connected through music, and their ambitious project to spread joy & music therapy advocacy through story-telling.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with owner of Porter Pickups / Porter Guitars and season three sponsor, Brian Porter. He shares his musical backstory and organic growth of Porter Pickups, learning through failure, and staying people oriented through his business mission.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the owner of Partscaster Concierge, and season three sponsor, Gary Cooper. He shares his musical backstory and we dive into what is a partscaster, how to get into guitar DIY, woodworking, how to connect with your instrument.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Enjoy this Bonus episode ahead of your Black Friday! Sound clips from Wampler Pedals, Caulfield Cables, Stringjoy, JHS Pedals, Strymon Engineering and more! Also, new music from M. W. Hale engineered by yours truly!
Check out M. W. Hale's Welcome EP - Apple Music Spotify
Check out Vibetalk Music & their live event Saturday 11/28
Featured gear: Wampler Pedals - Terraform Caulfield Cables JHS Pedals - Smiley Strymon Engineering - Iridium Stringjoy Partscaster Concierge Gunstreet Wiring Shop Porter Pickups
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today M. W. Hale turns the mic around on me to help with a final Q&A episode submitted from listeners! Be sure to check the show notes for cool things during the season break.
This episode is sponsored by The TECHNook: A Collaborative Technology Resource for Music Therapists
New Music Shoutout: "Heavy" by Paul Whitacre
Resources for the season break:
- Leave a rating / review, tell a friend, and listen to the old episodes
- Follow Sorrowed Son for updates on M. W. Hale's release
- Chris guesting on upcoming Clinical BOPulations
- Other podcasts Chris has guested on, edits, or supports: Reduce Your Stress with Tim Ringgold (audio engineer), Just a FAD podcast (audio engineer, upcoming), Vibetalk Music (guest appearance), Tonemob (guest appearance), Creative Therapy Umbrella (guest appearance), Music Therapy Chronicles (guest appearance), Chasing Tone (previous MMM guest), Spanish for Creative Clinicians (friend & future MMM guest).
- Other things to check out - MT Technook - I provided content for podcasting, audio engineering, & live sound sections.
- Finally, read below to support the show and also buy cables & support our first sponsor, Caulfield Cables.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my good friend turned artist, M. W. Hale. He shares his musical backstory and how he channeled the COVID blues into artistry previewing his upcoming album, Sorrowed Son. Also, two new music shoutouts from my friends!
Be sure to follow the Make More Music & Sorrowed Son Instagram accounts to know when the album releases!
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Check out the tutorials I helped create in audio engineering, live sound, and podcasting crannies!
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"Céline" by Office Hours
"To the Moon and Back" by Drew Charron
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26 minutes of silence for 26 years of life for Breonna Taylor. This week we are pausing to take remembrance for Breonna Taylor & the lives lost due to a history of white supremacy. Following is a musical reflection from Chris (the host) and my cousin/brother in law, Darian to Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On?"
Here are some places to donate:
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Louisville Community Bail Fund
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The song at the end is a cover of "What's Going On?" by Marvin Gaye as performed by Darian Sanders (episode 2) and yours truly.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Jack Forman, president and West Coast agent for the midsize production agency, BiCoastal Productions. He shares his musical backstory, talks about securing internships and finding your passion, gives some tips for up & coming artists, talks about the COVID pivot, and what it's like to work with interesting clients like Lee Rocker (of The Stray Cats), Colin Mochrie, Red Hot Chili Pipers, & more.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we take a music industry detour with communication specialist, educator, and YouTuber Brenden Kumarasamy. He shares his musical backstory and we break down some simple ways artists / creatives can connect with fans, communicate effectively, & grow their brand.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat withmy friend Elijah Da Costa. He shares his musical backstory as well as what it's like to work in live broadcast, his audio engineering & music making outlets, and his intimate, authenticity focused podcast "We Are Human". Also, a New Music Shoutout from the duo Dance Loud! You don't wanna miss this one.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my music therapy colleague and president of the Ukulele Kids Club, Stephanie Epstein, MM, MT-BC. She shares her musical backstory and the awesome work of the 501(c)3 the Ukulele Kids Club. If you can, consider donating to this awesome organization!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Randall Taylor, better known for his experimental, tape-looping visual + musical artist moniker AMULETS. He shares his musical backstory, his interest in circuit bending, tape loop basics, & making the jump to full-time artistry. Stay til the end for a previously unreleased track off his recent EP.
This episode is sponsored by Caulfield Cables. Check their website & instagram to find their new HD series cable!
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New Music Shoutout: "Eons" by AMULETS recent release Severed Seas
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with friend of the show and sponsor, Asher Del Buono of Caulfield Cables. He shares his musical backstory and a lot of knowledge about how the quality of your cables makes a difference for the music you make - live or recorded! And a COVID-19 themed new music shoutout from Brian Mackey.
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New Music Shoutout: "Keep the World Alive" by Brian Mackey
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the multi-talented Amani Roberts. He is an author of the recent book DJs Mean Business, a college professor, podcaster, producer, & successful DJ. He shares his musical backstory, how he became a DJ, moving from corporate world to creative life, authoring a book, and even a new music shoutout from his recent EP!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Larry Tran, the music director at the main campus of Southeast Christian Church - which is collectively the 4th largest church in America. He shares his musical backstory, shares practical tips for recording, and discusses finding your voice. A new music shoutout from Hvy Bones as well!
This episode is sponsored by Caulfield Cables. Check their website & instagram to find their new HD series cable!
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New Music Shoutout: "Thaw" by Hvy Bones
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Gunner Basinger & William Lamkin from the newly established, Louisville-area experimental electronic record label, Mt. Meteor Records. Gunner & William share their musical backstory, their love for electronic music, & what it's like to serve a niche community with a DIY record label. Stay tuned for a new music shoutout from their label!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Sean Arbow of Gunstreet Wiring Shop out of Portland, OR. He shares his musical backstory & how that has always been intertwined with an elusive health condition, starting his own company, and how & why the electronics inside your guitar make a difference. Don't forget to enter our instagram giveaway!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my colleague & friend, Amy Love, MA, MT-BC. She shares her musical backstory, how she became a music therapist, and her passion for serving pediatric oncology that has extended to empowering music therapists in the medical community.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. On this episode we chat with Sean Giovanni of The Record Shop recording & multi-media production company in Nashville, TN. He shares his musical backstory, experience as a producer, engineer, manager, educator, and productivity coach behind the Mind Map Tribe. You don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with William Kurk - artist, singer-songwriter, and pianist extraordinaire. He shares his musical backstory including a storied heritage in Chicago gospel culture, his experiences as an artist and "jobbing", how to find your own voice, & what it's like to partner with Reverb for his "Synth Sounds of" video series.
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William Kurk on Venmo - exclusive album for listeners who donate any amount
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New music shoutout: "Monday Morning" by Pat Rees
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my colleague & good friend, Jaytee Tang, MA, MT-BC. We finally got around to describing how you become a music therapist & Jaytee shares his global perspective on music therapy.
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New music shoutout: "Danger" by D.K. Lyons - links below
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Bryson Tarbet, a PreK-6th grade general music teacher just outside of Columbus, Ohio. He shares his musical backstory, why he loves improvisatory approaches to elementary education, and the pivot to remote teaching through covid-19. Bryson also hosts a blog with tons of educational resources entitled That Music Teacher with the partner podcast, That Music Podcast. You don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the incomparable, Robert Randolph. Robert is a multi-grammy nominated artist, bandleader, pedal steel guitar virtuoso famous for blending genres and increasing international aware the Sacred Steel tradition that was born in the American Black pentecostal church. He shares his musical backstory of growing up with pentecostal pedal steel & hip-hop, to growing as an artist, to responding to coronavirus, to the issues in this world & understanding from a spiritual perspective. Also, stick around 'til the end for a great new music shout-out from Pyeng Threadgill. You really don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Nick Loux, a musician, audio engineer, videographer, & resident content-creator the man behind the camera of the JHS Show for JHS Pedals. He shares his musical backstory and the early days of JHS pedals to creativity & his new YouTube channel. Really fun, easy chat that you don't wanna miss!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Graham Cochrane - business coach, YouTuber, podcaster, blogger, and audio engineer. He shares his musical backstory and how he grew a no-name blog he started in the 2008 recession to 7 figure business that requires less than 5 hours a week to run. Graham is such an inspiring chat that will equip you to grow your brand, or inspire you to start one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with my dear friend and mentor Rich Moats. Rich is an amazing medical music therapist and she describes medical music therapy. She also shares her musical backstory, how she got into music therapy, and all about her thesis project on musical integrity and connecting to the music you make.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with pedal company power house, Brian Wampler of Wampler Pedals. Wampler pedals is an effects pedal manufacturer that has been making big waves since the mid-2000s. He shares his musical backstory, how he started his company, and how to help creatives realize their vision. We dove into issues businesses are facing in COVID-19, modding pedals, and how creatives can connect with an audience through good business practices. If you haven't already, try some of Wampler's amazing effects pedals and check out his new e-books on how to modify basic guitar pedals. You don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. On another installment of the social distance suite we chat with Nate Testa, a multi-faceted drummer and business owner. He shares his musical backstory and how he carved a unique path of serving others through his love of drums including working as a professional freelance drummer, drum tech, live sound engineer, and drum consultant. You don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with the whimsical bard, poet, and muse, Marya Stark. Marya Stark is a vocalist, composer, performer, and multi-instrumentalist. She is a discoverer of archetypes, a storyteller, bard, and muse.
She shares her musical backstory and early training as a music therapist ... and then we dive way down the rabbit hole and talk about eastern medical derived music & healing practices, songwriting & processing, and creativity with courting the Muse. You'll get a great intro to Medical QiGong, insight and psychodynamic processes through music, creativity and the Muse, an introduction to resonance healing practices, and how songwriting can play a role in communal healing. She is a multi-faceted, authentic artist that is currently releasing a new concept album about courting the Muse and is starting a course you can join about using Vocal Resonance to create big spiritual changes in your life.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Kate Shannon of the Creative Therapy Umbrella podcast. She shares her musical backstory, how she started in music therapy, and the impetus behind her podcast. You don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Dr. Mason Hickman, a musician and civil engineer. He shares his musical backstory and a science-based approach to musical instruments and technologies. Hear how his other passions (architecture, math, and creating things) inspired him to attain a PhD in Civil Engineering with a focus on material sciences. He shares his interesting research on guitar strings, using frequency measurements to analyze materials, and other fun/nerdy things on this dive down the rabbit hole!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Another Louisville artist feature and installment in the social distance suite. On this episode we chat with local artist, music educator, and political activist, Jecorey '1200' Arthur. He shares his musical backstory, authenticity, identity, and social responsibility. This is a great one that dives into deep topics including race. Follow Jecorey Arthur and see how he makes a difference in my community and his campaign for Metro City Council. You don't wanna miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with pioneering online music therapy presence, Rachel Rambach, MM, MT-BC. She shares her musical backstory and the motivation behind her recent book "Innovative Income for Music Therapists". Rachel is a true music therapy rockstar as a private practice owner and manager, the owner of Listen & Learn Music an online resource for music therapists, a multi-show host of music therapy podcasts, and published author and clinical songwriter. You don't want to miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with musician, multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and artist Nick Hames. He shares his musical backstory, stories about going viral on instagram, and transitioning to launching a solo music career. Nick has singles available now and an EP dropping soon!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Another installment of the Social Distancing Suite. Today we chat with with Eric from legendary Louisville local music store and boutique guitar shop, The Guitar Emporium. He shares his musical backstory and what it's like to run and operate a brick-and-mortar guitar store in an ever-increasing digitally-connected world. He dispels some myths about buying online and why the customer service/relationships of a guitar store is still crucial. Please consider supporting them through a purchase during the crazy COVID-19 times! Links are below.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today is a special one. Your host, Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC, created a guided relaxation experience to share with you. Enjoy this bonus episode to provide some stress release and relaxation while you keep your social distance and quarantine. Share this episode with someone who needs it!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with with board-certified music therapist and podcaster, Tricia Caiati, MT-BC. She shares her musical backstory, how she found music therapy, and what inspired her to launch the Music Therapy Chronicles podcast. Don't miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with NPR featured, genre-bending cellist & composer Ben Sollee. This native Kentuckian shares his musical backstory, his history of work with talented artists (Abigail Washburn, etc.), launching a solo career, his socially conscious artistry projects, and how he supports budding professional musicians. Don't miss this one!
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today is a very unique episode, where I chat with Max Jones, who engaged in music therapy with me as the patient through his journey of battling leukemia. He shares his musical backstory and how his life totally changed freshman year of college when he was diagnosed with cancer. He shares the unique perspective of what it's like to be a patient and be consulted for music therapy. Stay to the end to hear the song he rewrote & recorded in music therapy sessions featuring him singing & playing trumpet.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with a close friend, Eddie Hickle, who is the Technical Director of Orlando Baptist Church. He shares his musical backstory including playing drums, touring, and going to audio engineering school. He then shares what it's like to run live sound, technically direct a production at a church and school, and perspective in a leadership role.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with innovative music therapist, Brian H. Schreck, MA, MT-BC. He shares his musical backstory and how he developed his technique of recording heartbeats and more to create meaningful connections with music. His pioneering work that he called "music cardiography" has been featured on major news outlets and has made a profound impact on the music therapy community.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with music therapist & podcaster, Gabby Banzon, MA, MT-BC. She shares her musical backstory, her unique approach to music therapy within a community theater company, and the genesis of her song-based music therapy podcast Clinical BOPulations.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with with Scott Marquart, the founder and president of the boutique guitar string company, Stringjoy, LLC. He shares his fascinating musical backstory including working at 30 Tigers, starting a Vanderbilt student recording studio, and the genesis of his successful, personalized guitar string manufacturing company out of Nashville, TN.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Today we chat with Blake Wyland, the host of the Tone Mob podcast! On the Tone Mob he talks about guitar tone and the people behind it. He shares his story of how he grew his passion project into a music media company and misconceptions in the podcast industry.
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Welcome back to Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Darian Sanders is a talented vocalist who currently performs as the understudy for Simba and in the ensemble in the traveling broadway production of the Lion King. I am also blessed to call him family! He shares about his past as a music education major, worship leader, and more.
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Welcome to episode one of Make More Music, the podcast that connects people to music & one another. Tim Ringgold, MT-BC is a board-certified music therapist that is doing a lot of awesome things! He was the first music therapist to give a TED talk, is a sought-after keynote speaker, published author, and is innovative business owner finding more ways to scale the impact music can have for individuals.
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Make More Music is the podcast that connects people to music & one another. We share the stories of music and music-related field professionals to debunk the myth that it's only starving artists and rockstars. The show is hosted by board-certified music therapist, Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC.
More about Chris: Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC has been practicing as a board-certified music therapist since January 2014. Chris is the founder of Make More Music, LLC and the Make More Music podcast with the mission of connecting people to music and one another. He also serves a variety of populations and trains budding music therapists as the Music Therapy Clinic Coordinator at a university-based clinic. He holds advanced trainings, has a wide variety of clinical experience, has presented at national conferences on various music therapy topics, and is published in the Journal of Music Therapy and other music therapy publications.
Outside of music therapy Chris enjoys being with his family, being involved with his church community, gigging, making & writing music, and spending time with old & new friends.
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