Sue Stockdale welcomes Simeon Wood, a multi-talented musician, educator, and composer, to celebrate the Access to Inspiration podcast's 100th episode. Simeon shares tales of his 30-year journey as a guest entertainer perfoming all over the world in concert halls, on cruise ships, and even in a prison.
Simeon describes his two homemade instruments - the walking stick flute and the bicycle pump - and explains why he believes humor and communication are integral to forming a meaningful connection with his audience. At the end of the podcast, listeners are treated to a recording of one of his tracks from his latest album, Feeling Good.
Simeon was born in Huddersfield, England and started playing the flute at the age of 8. He studied at the Trinity College of Music, London, was where his performance and writing skills were honed. When he's not touring Simeon is regularly commissioned to write music for television and theatre productions and has appeared on Britain's Got Talent, the BBC’s One Show and the Chris Evans Breakfast show.
Connect with Simeon Wood at his website : Facebook: LinkedIn; Spotify
Timestamps:
[00:03:11] The importance of humour in music
[00:07:51] Inspiration to learn flute.
[00:11:38] Practicing like a professional.
[00:22:16] Inspiring children with music.
[00:26:06] Bringing families together.
[00:29:36] Bringing joy to prisoners.
[00:33:53] Listen to 'Feeling Good'.
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