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In this episode, Morgan interviews musician and composer Henry Koperski. Together, they discuss Henry's journey in the music industry, his love for jazz, and the impact of being a music nerd. They discuss Henry's experience performing with Alan Cumming, his early influences in music, and his favorite nerdy things (like Sex and the City, baked goods, and music). The conversation touches on the transformative power of music, memorable performances, and the beauty of connecting through creative expressions.  They also explore the importance of engaging deeply with music and how different forms of creativity can enrich one's life. Tune in to hear about Henry's upcoming projects and gain insights into his artistic process.

00:45 Introducing Henry Kokperski

01:29 Touring with Alan Cumming

04:16 Henry's Musical Journey Begins

10:40 Nerding Out on Star Wars

12:33 The Magic of Movie Scores

14:30 Jazz: The Underrated Passion

21:51 The Magic of Jazz Improvisation

22:12 Nerdy Obsessions: Baked Goods

23:56 A Journey Through Jazz and Comedy

25:54 The Birth of a Cabaret Show

27:17 Collaborations with Alan Cumming

30:10 Personal Musical Evolution

32:18 The Joy of Creative Expression

35:00 Unexpected Adventures in Music

37:17 Embracing Music Nerdiness

40:06 Final Thoughts and Future Projects

Check out Henry’s music and follow him!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/65fPcZydVqjSto0yPURIFU?si=LX3eNfUUQ061D_RYMlKABw

https://www.instagram.com/henkiskidu/

https://linktr.ee/henkiskidu

https://www.henrykoperski.com/

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