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The Conductor's PodcastMy Thoughts on Conducting CompetitionsI've always thought that I wasn't a good competition type of conductor, until I realized that I actually convinced myself that I wasn't good in a certain area so I didn't need to continue improving myself.From 2022, I entered La Maestra Competition in Paris, won the 3rd Prize at Kussewitzky Competition 2023 and 2nd Prize at the Mendelssohn Competition 2024. In this season's episodes, I will be sharing more what I've learned in my journey.But before that, my thoughts on conducting competitions - they are just one of the many events that are going to shape...2024-07-1827 min
The Conductor's PodcastYour Favorite Thing about What You DoHi there! Happy end of September and welcome to episode no.9 of the Conductor’s Podcast Wisdom series, a new series full of shared life experiences and, of course, wisdom! This series is aired on the last Thursday of each month, and in each episode, I am going to pose a question to 10 musicians, conductors, or business gurus. So including myself, you will hear all the goodies from a wide variety of people, thus called the wisdom series. Now, without further ado, let’s get started.This month’s question that I am asking my people...2022-09-2917 min
The Conductor's PodcastFive Productivity HacksWant to booster your productivity? Listen to today's episode where I share my newly discovred productivity hacks!1. Always check your why: What's your purpose?2. Morning Pages Journal: clear your mind before starting your day!3. App: TodoistAnswer these questions daily:Identify the most important tasks (one or two)Is what I am doing today supporting my long-term goals?The setback of the dayWhat can I do differently tomorrow4. Find the duration chunk that works for you5. Set an environment that is not distracting2022-09-0122 min
The Conductor's PodcastYour Morning RoutineHi there! Happy end of August and welcome to episode no.8 of the Conductor’s Podcast Wisdom series, a new series full of shared life experiences and, of course, wisdom! This series is aired on the last Thursday of each month, and in each episode, I am going to pose a question to 10 musicians, conductors, or business gurus. So including myself, you will hear all the goodies from a wide variety of people, thus called the wisdom series. Now, without further ado, let’s get started.This month’s question that I am asking my peo...2022-08-2520 min
The Conductor's PodcastWhat You Wish You Knew Before Entering the ProfessionHi there! Happy end of July and welcome to the seventh edition of the Conductor’s Podcast Wisdom series, a new series full of shared life experiences and, of course, wisdom! This series is aired on the last Monday of each month, and in each episode, I am going to pose a question to 10 musicians, conductors, or business gurus. So including myself, you will hear all the goodies from a wide variety of people, thus called the wisdom series. Now, without further ado, let’s get started.This month’s question that I am asking my people is, “2022-07-2517 min
The Conductor's PodcastWhat I learned this Season Working as Staff Conductor for Three OrganizationsAn open and honest review of what I learned this past season (2022-23) as staff conductor for three different organizations across two states.....1. take good of my own mental and physical health!2. traveling has a much larger impacts on myself and my family than I had expected....3. People Skills!! People Skills!! People Skills!4. how and when should I repeat the same repertoire with different ensembles?5. know what you need to be successful and don't be afraid to ask for supports!Episodes mentioned in this one:#9 Four Tips to Get Unstuck...2022-06-0229 min
The Conductor's PodcastOrganize Your Score, Time, and Journey with Lina Gonzalez GranadosConductor Lina Gonzalez Granados joined me and shared her experiences in organizing her time, studying scores, and taking care of her health when she was always on the go conducting around the globe.Some of Lina's Career Highlights:Third Prize and ECHO Special Award at the Inaugural La Maestra CompetitionNamed conducting fellow of the Philadelphia Orchestra and Seattle SymphonyWinner of the 4th CSO Sir Georg Solti Conducting Competition and ApprenticeshipFounded Unitas Ensemble, a chamber orchestra dedicated to performing works by Latin-American composers. Since 2014, have given nearly a dozen world, North-American, and U.S. premieres, and released...2022-05-261h 01