Episode 8 - Catching up, ITG, Gardening, and Reality TV

Episode 8 - Catching up, ITG, Gardening, and Reality TV

We're back! In this episode, Brianne and Claire catch up on everything that’s been filling their lives lately. You'll get updates on what they've been up to, the International Trumpet Guild Conference, Gardening, and of course, reality television (and how this all magically relates to being a musician!)

Episode 7 - Moving from Tropical to Tundra, Yoga's Impact on Mental Wellness, and the Importance of Grounding with Amanda Rice!

Brianne and Claire are joined by Yoga for All Musicians teacher, Amanda Rice! The three of them discuss Amanda's move from Trinidad and Tobago to Minnesota, working from home with a new baby, the impact yoga can have on mental wellness, and the importance of grounding. Brianne and Claire are so excited to highlight the wisdom of this awesome YAM teacher!

Episode 6 - Feedback vs. Criticism, Competition, and Travel Horror Stories

On this episode, Brianne and Claire discuss travel horror stories, including sick babies and sick Brianne! They also talk about the importance of feedback and discerning the difference between feedback and criticism as musicians, and the role that plays in Claire's life as a therapist.

Episode 5 - Buying a car for your harp, welcoming a baby into the world, and so much more with Alix Raspé Gray!

Brianne and Claire are joined by YAM teacher and harpist Alix Raspé Gray! They talk about what it’s like to perform as a classical musician in pop spaces, the very specific experience of buying a car that can actually fit a harp, and Alix’s sweet new addition—baby Coco. Of course, Timothée Chalamet comes up, and more importantly, they discuss their favorite Bravo shows.

Episode 4 - Social Media & Cultivating Distress Tolerance

Brianne and Claire talk about social media, boundaries, and the growing expectation that we should be accessible at all times. They also get into sitting with discomfort and cultivating distress tolerance.