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THE GRITTY MUSICIAN | A Podcast for Musicians in Progress

My name is Bruce, and I am a university music educator. My journey towards a full-time career in music took many twists and turns – some so jarring that I wondered if I had what it took to survive the trip! What came out of these struggles was my grit. Why grit? Grit combines passion, ambition, toughness and strength of character. If you want a career in the arts, grit will be what separates you from the pack. Are you scared about where your career in the arts is headed? Do you wonder if you have what it takes to endure the journey? The Gritty Musician Podcast is here to help you!
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Now displaying: February, 2016
Feb 29, 2016

In this solo episode, Bruce discusses how he finally stepped foot into a gym for the first time last Sunday night is the final "action step" needed to follow through on a discussion from over a year ago - and quite possibly the most important action step of his adult life up to this point.

Gary Doherty's book, The Ignition Point: Striking the Match, can be ordered here: Order on Amazon

Gary's Blog: http://namastesia.com

Check out Episodes 22 and 28 of the Marketing Music Education podcast with Kathleen Heuer. She has a great mission with her show, and I'm proud to be associated with her mission!

 

 

 

Feb 22, 2016

After several "one man shows," Get Some Grit finally has finally conducted an interview!  This week, we welcome our first guest, Michael Swann! Michael is an old friend from the trombone world who stays busy with all kinds of musical endeavors, despite a few bumps and bruises along the way. You can learn more about Michael by following him on Twitter @meswannjr 

 

Feb 15, 2016

In this episode, Bruce explores a few tips needed for a successful beginning to a freelance career. Young professional musicians just starting out, listen up!

Topics discussed include:Getting and Staying Organized, Speaking with gig contractors, How to pay your bills while you wait for your "big break" plus more!

Feb 11, 2016

This short, three minute track is a bonus for any Get Some Grit iTunes subscribers and a "thank you" for taking the extra step to subscribe to the podcast feed, rather than listen via the website. I have a new recording space treatment, and wanted to give this a try right away. :)

Are you stressed? Do you need three minutes to relax and breathe? Check out my narration of Max Ehrmann's Desiderata. It may be nearly 100 years old, but it is just as applicable today as it was when it was first penned.

"Fresh Air" piano track courtesy of Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com.

Feb 8, 2016

In this episode, Bruce talks about two important things he is doing to shift thinking from a mindset of scarcity to one of abundance, and why it is so important to do so for long term health and happiness.  Check it out and spread the word!

Links from this episode: www.fiveminutejournal.com

Weight Watchers: www.weightwatchers.com

Check out Cliff Ravenscraft at www.gspn.tv and Greg and Jennifer Willits at www.gregandjennifer.com. Support their shows and let them know you heard about them from me.  

Thanks to Joel Sharpton for the new voiceover intro!

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On the web: www.getsomegrit.com
Email: getsomegritpodcast@gmail.com
Twitter: @getsomegrit
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Voiceover work by Joel Sharpton at www.joelsharpton.com

“Funkorama” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) 
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Feb 1, 2016

Hey GSG friends, I've been trying to record Episode 14 today to no avail - my voice is leaving me.  Here is a short, short update just to keep everyone updated.  We will resume normal recording as soon as my voice returns!

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