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Thrive On CreativityBeing authentic in pursuing music - Lanzo Luconi (#9)The following conversation is with Lanzo Luconi. Lanzo is a pianist, music educator, and the founder of the Costa Rica Piano Festival, which is the first of its kind in Central America, created to provide international musicians with the best learning opportunities through lessons with world renowned artists, competition, solo and orchestra performances, and valuable seminars, while enhancing Costa Rica’s growing music culture.
During the conversation we touch on subjects such as the role of mentorship, being authentic in pursuing music, following values, being committed, motivations, knowing your strengths, the similarities between sports and the arts, ov...2023-03-271h 52Thrive On CreativityWhat it means to make music - Chris Hornbrook (#8)The following conversation is with Chris Hornbrook. Chris is mostly known for being the drummer in Poison The Well. Though, he also plays drums for a variety of music artists such as Greg Puciato, Dhani Harrison, The Black Queen, Big Black Delta, Trash Talk or Senses Fail.
During the conversation we touch on subjects such as the role of mentorship, finding meaning in making music, setting values in life, what are the biggest motivations, working with your strengths, what music teaches us that we can apply in other areas of life, how to deal with performance anxiety...2022-11-281h 32
Thrive On CreativityCreative medley: oneWe're excited to explore with you our first creative medley. This episode is a jazzy mix of creative funks that explore the galaxies of limiting boarders, young hearts, childlike dreams, observations from within, success via failure, and freedom through discipline. Enjoy...
Music: Gjova - Pure Oxygen
Let’s connect: www.gjova.com2020-08-2418 min
Thrive On CreativityFinding Home (#6)We all play a role in the dance of infinity within the cosmos. We’re silent companions in the play of the stars. Exploring life and discovering how to live it is something we need to learn ourselves. It's about finding home within ourselves...
Music: Gjova – Closing Shades
Let’s connect: www.gjova.com2020-08-1106 min
Thrive On CreativityDiscipline is freedom (#5)Pete Jacobson is a cellist and performing artist from LA. In 2013 he won a Grammy for best Latin Rock Alternative or Urban Album as a member of the group Quetzal. Pete has recorded cello for Dr. Dre and also for The Walking Dead. We talk about the freedom discipline creates, Tibetan monks, throat singing, Indian drones, appreciation for instruments, collaboration, having a childlike heart, inspirations from others, and of course we touched Flow...
Pete Jacobson: www.peteplayscello.com
Gjova: www.gjova.com2020-07-271h 12
Thrive On CreativityFailures lead to success (#4)I had the pleasure to chat with violinist, composer, and producer Eric Gorfain from Los Angeles. Eric has long focused on bridging the worlds of classical and rock music. His early professional days were spent as a violinist in the recording studios of Tokyo, followed by a stint as concertmaster for Jimmy Page & Robert Plant's Unledded tour, inspiring him to create The Section Quartet, which quickly became an in-demand studio ensemble for rock, pop & rap artists. Along the way he learned the craft of string arranging, contributing his sensibility to albums by a wide range of artists such as Foo Figh...2020-07-0656 min
Thrive On CreativityPushing off borders (#1)Welcome to THRIVE ON CREATIVITY. Creativity is the cornerstone of remaking the world. It’s our unique defined trait that lets us thrive within the 21st century. We’re here to share with you a jazzy mix of a creative funk. We discuss the meaning of creativity and flow. Creativity and flow are about dropping limitations and pushing off borders. We’re glad you’re here to join us on this creative journey...
Music: Gjova – Pure Oxygen
Let’s connect: www.gjova.com2020-06-2907 min
Thrive On CreativityYoung creative hearts and a child’s dream (#2)This is the first interview I did for the show. I had the great pleasure to chat with great creative minds from The West Los Angeles Children's Choir. The kids and I collaborated on a couple of projects in the past. These young creative hearts fulfilled a child’s dream for me and I’m deeply touched and grateful for their creativity. Get ready to feel inspired by these kids. You bet I am. Enjoy…
Music: Gjova – Pure Oxygen
Let’s connect: www.gjova.com2020-06-2928 min
Thrive On CreativitySit inside yourself and observe (#3)Hal Stephens is a professional composer with more than 20 years of experience. He is a graduate of the UCLA Ext Film Scoring Program and also the in-house composer for DL Music – a full-service production music library. He has scored everything from film and animation to television, commercials, trailers, and more. Enjoy the creative journey…
Hal Stephens: www.halstephens.com
Music: Gjova – Pure Oxygen
Let’s connect: www.gjova.com2020-06-291h 13