Vocalist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and arts leader Amanda Ekery shares her story of growing up near the border with family from Mexico and Syria, discovering jazz, going to UNT and NEC, and starting her organization El Paso Jazz Girls. She shares her tips for moving to Boston and New York City, her insights into successful grant-writing, and how she manages all her projects. Go follow Amanda, her show projects, album, and organizations. You can learn more at the links below.
Websites: amandaekery.com
ISG: @ae_eeeeee
Facebook: facebook.com/AmandaEkery
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Music featured on today's episode is Ashé by Julian Loida.
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