Crushing Classical
Crushing Classical is a series of interviews with classical musicians who are forging unique paths with their talent, creating their own artistic fulfillment and financial comfort, and finding ways to thrive. I celebrate these brave people who are taking routes outside of traditional orchestral or academic employment! As always, I invite you to listen for your own sparks and breadcrumbs, and use these interviews to find the possibilities that exist in your own life.
Episodes
270 episodes
Happiest Musician Minisode: Feeling Great
Have you ever dragged yourself through your day, your gig, your teaching? Have you ever pushed through a "The Show Must Go On" moment? Might there be a better way?Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even ...
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Kim Butler: Financial Strategist
Starting her money journey in 4th grade by selling enough milk to put herself through school, Kim Butler has dedicated over 30 years to helping people buy lifeinsurance nationwide and optimize their finances. Her main effort has centered ar...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Do I NEED a Website?
I see this question a lot. Indeed, musicians rarely get work directly from their website, and it can be annoying to have to keep one up to date. But on the other hand...Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical...
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Tina Davidson: Let Your Heart Be Broken
Composer and author Tina Davidson’s memoir, Let Your Heart Be Broken, is available in audiobook format on all major platforms starting August 12, 2025 via publisher Boyle & Dalton. The audiobook, read by Davidson herself, features her music...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: When Should You Play For Free?
Should you EVER play for free, or accept less than your normal rate? Normally I would say no, but I found myself offering the OPPOSITE advice recently to a client and thought I should explore that for you. Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to...
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Devony Smith and Danny Zelibor: In This Short Life
Recognized for her "sensual" and "strong" voice (New York Times), mezzo-soprano Devony Smith is a versatile performer with a wide-ranging repertoire in opera and concert music. Devony is a sought-after collaborator with composers, ...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Being Proud of Your Support
I had a real AHA moment in my own life recently, and thought I'd tell you about it. Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical!
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Nicole Cash: Hornist to Narrator
Nicole Cash is a highly skilled performer whose training in classical music allows her to captivate audiences and connect people through the power of sound. She served as 3rd Horn with the Dallas Symphony, and Associate Principal Horn of the re...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Why YOU Need More Visibility
And why we ALL need more visibility! People have been asking: is the Happiest Musician Visibility Lab for me if I don't HAVE an audience yet? If I don't KNOW HOW? Visibility is SCARY for all of us but it is the best way ...
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Molly Gebrian: the Neuroscience of Practicing
Dr. Molly Gebrian is a professional violist and scholar with a background in cognitive neuroscience. Her area of expertise is applying the research on learning and memory to practicing and performing music. Her book, Learn Faster, Perform Bette...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Does it Have to Take Twenty Years?
The story of my reed business is a BORING one, in which for a long time nothing happens. And then suddenly it became a 6 figure revenue stream in which I am able to employ other musicians! What made the magic? Was it just waiting fo...
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What Got You Here...Day Three
What are the actual action steps that might move you toward your goals? And how might VISIBILITY play into these actions? In this final workshop session, I have a short journaling prompt and an offer for you!
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What Got You Here... Day Two
Please enjoy this snippet of my workshop, What Got You Here Won't Get You There! Don't neglect to actually DO the little journaling prompt in the middle, ok? Of course, the way to be IN THE ROOM and experience the whole thing is to ...
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What Got You Here... Day One
Please enjoy this snippet of my workshop, What Got You Here Won't Get You There! Don't neglect to actually DO the little journaling prompt in the middle, ok? Of course, the way to be IN THE ROOM and experience the whole thing is to ...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: What IS Visibility?
I've been talking a lot about Visibility lately, and you might be thinking that it's not for you because you "hate social media" or because you "don't want to be an influencer".What am I actually talking about? Mak...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: What Got You Here Won't Get You There
Join me for my FREE three day workshop, What Got You Here Won't Get You There, and find the breakthrough you need to create the career you want. Register at https://jennetingle.kit.com/what-got-you-here to get your invitation...
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Katherine Needleman: Oboist, Musician, Arranger, Composer, Etc. Queen of Filth
Katherine Needleman is a musician from Baltimore, Maryland, USA. She was introduced to music in the formerly robust music education programs of the public school system, having played violin, clarinet, oboe, keyboards, and percussion there. She...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: What My First Job Taught Me
The summer after high school I worked in a gas station - and the skills I learned have served me ENORMOUSLY well in my professional music career! Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review!&nbs...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Boldness
A story of a time I failed in boldness, failed to give my project the chance it deserved. A cautionary tale for you! And an invitation.Join the waitlist for the
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Happiest Musician Minisode: FEAR of Visibility
I'm talking a lot about Visibility lately - but that's because people are talking to ME about it! This fear, the fear of being seen, is so normal. Here's how it has manifested for me. Are you interested in my Fall program, the Happi...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: What's Your Bubble?
Where are you avoiding stepping out of your own comfort zone? Where are you keeping yourself safe - but also small - inside your bubble? For early information about the Happiest Musician Visibility Lab,
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Mada & Hugh Piano Duo
The Mada & Hugh Piano Duo, composed of Romanian-born pianist Mădălina Dănilă and Korean-American pianist Hugh Sung, captivates audiences worldwide with their innovative 4-hand piano performances. Their award-winning collaboration brings a dynam...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Investing in Your Career
You're going to think that this episode is Jennet geeking out about oboes again - but NO, it will definitely be relevant to YOU. How do you think about investing in yourself and in your career? Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classi...
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Laura Sinclair: Stress Free Studio!
Laura Sinclair is an active performer, Suzuki teacher, speaker, and coach. She is passionate about helping musicians build successful and sustainable teaching studios that support their overall artistic goals. Laura has prese...
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Happiest Musician Minisode: Demystifying Entrepreneurship
Recently, at a teaching residency, someone asked me how you LEARN to be an entrepreneur! And often, people say to me, BUT JENNET, I'm just not entrepreneurial in that way! I'm here to attest that it's not that hard! That help is availab...
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