Financial literacy for musicians.

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Ep. 34: Australian composer achieves lofty goals & raises big money

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Toshi Clinch is a renowned Australian arranger, performer and educator currently located in Melbourne, Australia. His works have been performed globally in Europe, America, Asia and Australia by artists such as the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey Big Band, Dick Oatts, Danilo Perez, James Morrison, various X Factor and Australian Idol finalists, West End vocalists, and many other ensembles. In 2016 Clinch graduated with a degree in Jazz Arranging from the prestigious University of North Texas where he studied under Grammy Nominated composer Richard DeRosa and Grammy Award Winning bassist Lynn Seaton. Following his studies he recorded his debut big band album Vesuvius that featured an all American version of the Toshi Clinch Big Band. As a bassist Clinch has performed alongside Vincent Gardner, Dick Oatts, Ed Soph, and Pat Coil, and is currently an arranger for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.

Ep. 33: Four simple steps to save an emergency fund

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Learn the 4 simple steps to save an emergency fund.
Follow along by downloading my free PDF:

4 Simple Steps to Save an Emergency Fund (PDF)

Topics discussed:

  • How to combat spending issues
  • What to save for
  • What is an emergency?
  • The power of insurance
  • Preparing for loss of income
  • Avoiding credit cards or loans to pay for emergencies
  • The downward spiral of debt
  • Add up mandatory monthly expenses
  • Decide how many months to set aside
  • Determine what % of after-tax income to save
  • Set up automatic monthly deposits
  • Protect your emergency fund

Thanks for listening and keep thriving!

Ep. 32: LA guitarist takes calculated risks while touring the world

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Sean Hurwitz is a multi-talented musician, producer and song writer. Originally from Israel where he started as a session guitarist and sound engineer, he worked with all the top artists. This inspired him to reach for even greater heights in the international music scene.

Ep. 24: Bassist supports family, buys home & monetizes Instagram

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Born, raised and currently living in DFW TX, Jacob Smith is a local top call Acoustic and Electric Bass player.

From 2007-2011 He attended the University of North Texas and played in the prestigious One O’Clock Lab Band. From 2011-2013 he was a member of the late Bob Belden’s fusion group, Animation. He recorded the album “Transparent Heart” with them, and toured America, London and Spain. He also has performed with artists including Jimi Tunnell, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Jimmy Cobb, Dennis Durick, Darcy James Argue, George Colligan, Stockton Helbing, Ed Soph, Ingrid Jensen, and more. Music has been his main drive and passion since the age of 9 and continues to motivate him daily in support of his family. He has studied with John Adams, Lynn Seaton, Dominique Di Piazza and Matthew Garrison.

Ep. 23: Pianist pays off $60,000 Debt & becomes financial planner

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Cody Garrett developed a curiosity and love for music when he began piano lessons at the age of six, and from then on strived to become educated in music history, theory, composition/arranging, improvisation, production, and business. Cody continued his academic education at the University of Houston Moores School of Music, where he studied music theory, composition, and piano performance. Desiring a greater understanding of contemporary styles, reharmonization, and music production, Cody attended Berklee College of Music as a scholarship recipient, where he completed the legendary harmony and arranging curriculum in two semesters.

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