Ep.6/ The Rambles of a Tired Opera Singer
Competitions & Gossip
Should music and art be a competition of superiority? Music competitions, while there are many pros, come along with performance anxiety, financial risk, and comparison. In this podcast, I discuss the intersection between the culture of seeking superiority, and how it breeds perfectionism, gossip, and self-doubt.
Choosing kindness for yourself and others is at the forefront of the solution for a more positive space in the sphere of classical music competitions.
“there are so many different paths youngartists can go on, but there’s only one path that is marketed to us. That one path is perscribed by gatekeepers who might not have the same values as you and i.”
Are you an artist with a unique story? I want to hear from you! I am now taking submissions to be a featured artist on my podcast. I invite you to join my network of musicians and artists who are hungry for innovation. I can’t wait to hear your story!
