Open Heart with Lu Leslan
Join musician and filmmaker Lu as she shares intimate stories about finding unexpected connections in life. From exploring identity through names to navigating between cultures, from creative breakthroughs to encounters with nature - each episode digs into moments of genuine human experience. Through vulnerable storytelling and reflection, Lu invites listeners to discover their own surprising connections in everyday life. Send your questions and stories - let's explore these connections together.
Open Heart with Lu Leslan
Personal Path | Blessing or Curse of Early Specialization?
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How do you know if the path you’re on is the right one? Lu reflects on her early musical training, the trade-offs she faced, and how her journey unfolded beyond the traditional path.Show notes:
- Immersion in music from childhood with piano and the traditional Sheng
- The pride and pressure of being “the musical child”
- Boarding school discipline and mother’s advice about having a skill for independence
- The educational trade-offs and pursuit of higher learning
- Expanding beyond specialization through teaching, entrepreneurship, and curiosity
- Questions for listeners: When did you choose your path? What might you have missed?
Connect with Lu:
What’s your personal path? Share your reflections by emailing Lu at lu@leslancreativestudio.com
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Lu's first documentary: Take a Bow: The Ingrid Clarfield Story (2011)