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THE MODERN ARTIST PROJECT - PODCAST

The Modern Artist Project (TMAP) started as an idea by Kristine Dizon as she was going through her graduate degrees in music and the humanities when she was learning about what it meant to be working musician today - not only do you have to be excellent at your craft, but also being able to find and create ways in being able to share it with people in the digital media age.

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Episode 63
BRETT FARMILOE
Brett Farmiloe, founder of Featured, connects experts with publishers and champions career fulfillment initiatives.
Episode 62
J.S. GILBERT
JS, with a background in advertising and copywriting, ventures into comedy, events, and skincare products.
Episode 61
ERIC SALAZAR
Eric Salazar, The Clarinet Guy, blends classical with jazz, coaches authentic leadership, and explores identity through music.
Episode 60
BENJAMIN BARNES
Benjamin Barnes, renowned music educator and performer, funded by the San Francisco Arts Commission grant.
Episode 59
AUSTIN MCFARLAND
Austin McFarland, multi-instrumentalist and musicpreneur, teaches and performs in Arkansas, fostering artistic connections.
Episode 58
KRISTINE DIZON
Kristine Dizon, Banting Postdoctoral Fellow, clarinetist, conductor, educator, founded The Modern Artist Project and Music & Language Learning Center.
Episode 57
BRENDAN JAN WALSH
Brendan Jan Walsh, a British-born European citizen in Belgium, celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity.
Episode 56
ARTS ADVOCACY
Kristine Dizon highlights the arts' impact on education, mental health, and community, advocating for inclusivity.
Episode 55
NANCY WILLIAMS
Dr. Nancy Williams, musician and educator, inspires musicians through teaching, performance, and research on woodwind improvisation.
Episode 54
BEING LOST
Kristine Dizon shares insights on navigating uncertainty, fostering resilience, and rediscovering purpose during introspective moments.
Episode 53
EDUARDO LALA
Eduardo Lála, Lisbon-based musician and conductor, with 25+ years' experience, promotes diversity through transformative music projects.
Episode 52
TRUST
This episode explores trust's role in fostering resilient relationships and effective communication, offering practical advice.
Episode 51
HEIDI BEGAY
Dr. Heidi Kay Begay, flutist and educator, hosts the impactful Flute 360 podcast, empowering flutists worldwide.
Episode 50
TOXICITY
Kristine Dizon delves into toxicity, offering insights on setting boundaries, identifying toxic behaviors, and fostering resilience.
Episode 49
VINCE DOMINGUEZ
Vince Dominguez, a boundary-breaking clarinetist, seamlessly transitions between classical performances and drag shows.
Episode 48
THE 'M' WORD
This episode demystifies marketing, offering insights on brand narratives, digital strategies, and authentic audience connections.
Episode 47
CAMERON HEWES
Massachusetts-based clarinetist Cameron Hewes founded CAMco, a pioneering clarinet sheet music store, showcasing, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Episode 46
VULNERABILITY
Kristine Dizon's insights on vulnerability showcase its potential for fostering authenticity, resilience, and personal growth.
Episode 45
FRANCISCO JAVIER
DE ALBA
Paco, a Phoenix-based musician, renowned clarinetist, composer, and educator, conducts linguistic research in clarinet pedagogy.
Episode 44
THE DEFINITION OF SUCCESS
This episode redefines success, emphasizing authenticity, purpose, and resilience, providing practical guidance for personal fulfillment.
Episode 43
JOHN SONOFMEL
Sonofmel, Americana artist, infuses global experiences into storytelling music, blending outlaw country, and folk with optimism.
Episode 42
RESPONSIBILITY
This episode insights on responsibility offer practical guidance for personal development, ethical decision-making, and community impact.
Episode 41
JOYANN PARKER
Joyann Parker, versatile musician, captivates with her soulful voice, powerful performances, and introspective songwriting.
Episode 40
LOYALTY
Kristine Dizon explores loyalty's complexities, balancing trust and boundaries, drawing from her experiences,
Episode 39
THEODORA NESTOROVA
Theodora Ivanova Nestorova, soprano and researcher, excels in vocal studies, performances, and cross-disciplinary education advocacy.
Episode 38
FINDING YOUR PATH - PART 2
Kristine delves deeper into the transformative power of authenticity and purpose.
Episode 37
SHERLONDA SHARP
Sherlonda, beloved comedian, excels at audience connection, opening for nationals, and entertaining corporate, college, and all-ages events.
Episode 36
FINDING YOUR PATH - PART 1
This episode guides seekers at crossroads or realigning with their true path in life.
Episode 35
ROBYN SAUNDERS
Manchester-based musician Robyn Saunders excels in contemporary classical music, theater, and education. Impressive RNCM graduate.
Episode 34
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
Gain insights into the significance of emotional intelligence in building healthier relationships.
Episode 33
TAM LAN TRUONG
Tam Lan Truong, multilingual photographer, captures classical musicians' beauty, mentored by family and piano professor.
Episode 32
TAKING AGENCY
This episode emphasizes lifelong growth, with Kristine Dizon's journey showcasing personal development's transformative potential. A must-listen!
Episode 31
JONATHAN MANN
Jonathan Mann, acclaimed conductor and educator, collaborates globally, shaping young talents while leading Ensemble Cambrica.
Episode 30
GROWTH
This episode emphasizes lifelong growth, with Kristine Dizon's journey showcasing personal development's transformative potential. A must-listen!
Episode 29
ANGIE EMILY JOSEPH
Angie Emily Joseph, Naples native with Haitian roots, found artistic talent at Florida Atlantic University, creating nature-inspired art.
Episode 28
​EMPOWERMENT
This episode is a beacon of light for anyone seeking to step into their power, embrace their uniqueness, and create a life of purpose and fulfillment.
Episode 27
SERENA HUANG
Serena Huang, Juilliard grad, co-founded Creative Baggage podcast, redefining creativity through collaboration.
Episode 26
​SACRIFICE & STRUGGLE
Discover how embracing Sacrifice and Struggle can lead to artistic growth and personal development, overcome challenges and more.
Episode 25
​KIRSTEN MILENKO
Australian composer Kirsten Milenko creates immersive music blending acoustic and electronic elements. Conductor and orchestrator too.
Episode 24
​LIVE YOUR LIFE
Explore the art of living authentically, breaking free from societal norms, and pursuing your passions with unwavering determination.
Episode 23
ALBERTO ACQUILINO
Alberto Acquilino: PhD researcher, music educator, Tomlinson scholar, Global Leaders Program alumnus, multidisciplinary musician.​
Episode 25
​CONFIDENCE
Confidence springs from self-belief, trust in unique ideas, transcending training and financial limits which empowers you to take risks.
Episode 21
ANGELA SINDELI
Angela Sindeli, a Bucharest-born soprano, holds a PhD in music. She performs internationally, teaches, and leads projects.
Episode 20
FITTING IN
Join us for a candid conversation as the remarkable Kristine Dizon delves into the theme of 'Fitting In' with her own journey of self-discovery.
Episode 19
JENNET INGLE
Jennet Ingle, Principal Oboist, educator, and reed maker, fosters oboe community and shares expertise globally.
Episode 18
YOU ARE NOT ALONE
In this emotional episode, Kristine opens up about her own personal journey, sharing her powerful message that "You Are Not Alone."
Episode 17
MARY MACK
Minnesota-Wisconsin comedian Mary Mack shines on podcasts, Hulu's Solar Opposites, and major comedy festivals nationwide.
Episode 16
WANGY ANGERER
Wanayran Alvarez Angerer, a singer, cultural promoter, mother, woman’s rights activist, and world traveler, unifying cultures.
Episode 15
​NATALIE FASHEH
Natalie, a multifaceted artist and leader, fosters community through music, co-founding Mosaic Music Collective. 
Episode 14
​STANFORD THOMPSON
Stanford Thompson, music educator and founder, transforms communities through music. TED Fellow and advocate for equity.
Episode 13
​SIDNEY SHAPIRO
Sidney, a business analytics professor, pioneers data solutions using Python and SQL. Committed to accessible education.
Episode 12
JUANITA CALDERON
Juanita Calderón, BA in Modern Languages. Music Education student. Community manager at music orgs. Peacebuilding advocate.
Episode 11
MARGARET GONZALEZ
Margaret Gonzalez is an El Sistema advocate, accomplished violist, and educator empowering youth through music.
Episode 10
JULIA HEINEN
Julia Heinen, a renowned clarinetist, educator, and advocate, has performed globally, and chaired international competitions.
Episode 9
EVANGELOS SAKLARAS
Greek bassist Evangelos Saklaras, skilled in orchestras, Historical Performance, jazz, advocates for music's positive societal impact.
Episode 8
​JEFF BERNETT
Guitarist Jeff Bernett's 20-year journey from teenage inspiration to touring internationally, culminating in Caedence software.
Episode 7
FRANCESCO ROCCO
Francesco Rocco, a versatile UK-Italy artist, holds music and engineering degrees. Award-winning guitarist and Lilium SoundArt VP.
Episode 6
ADRIÁN NÁJERA-COTO
Adrián Nájera-Coto, accomplished trombonist and educator, leaves a global impact through music, leadership, and innovation.
Episode 5
DAVID RAHBEE
David Alexander Rahbee, a Senior Artist at the University of Washington, excels in orchestral leadership and conducting.
Episode 4
​DR. NATHAN MERTENS
Nathan Mertens, saxophonist, Teaching Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas, and soon at University of Colorado Boulder.
Episode 25
​THE ULTIMATE MUSIC BUSINESS SUMMIT
Australian composer Kirsten Milenko creates immersive music blending acoustic and electronic elements. Conductor and orchestrator too.
Episode 2
​ERIC BOOTH
Eric Booth, actor, author, and businessman, published 45 articles and founded the Teaching Artist Journal.
Episode 1
JULIA LOUGHEED
Dr. Julia Lougheed is the new Executive Director of the News Project, enabling musicians to access affordable commissioned music.

ABOUT THE HOST

KRISTINE
​DIZON

​Kristine Dizon is a multi-faceted performer, teacher, writer, author, linguist, and entrepreneur. She is Founder & CEO of The Modern Artist Project, Music & Language Learning Center and co-founders of the Gran Canaria International Clarinet Festival and American Single Reed Summit.
 
Kristine has taught and performed in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. She served as faculty at the Philarmonie de Paris – Projet DEMOS, the Orchestre á l’école program at the Conservatoire de Montargis, and the Minnesota Project Opera. She served as visiting faculty at the University of Saint-Joseph in Macau, China where she taught modules in sound production. She recorded her debut CD with concert pianist, Dr. Lindsay Garritson titled ‘An American in Paris’ and ‘Two of a Kind’ with Radovan Cavallin, principal clarinet of the Orquesta Filarmonica de Gran Canaria featuring works written for two clarinets for released in 2023. She was named a finalist for the International Clarinet Research Competition in 2014, 2017, and 2021. She recently self-published ‘Achieving Virtuosity: Complete Scales & Arpeggios for the Intermediate Clarinetist’. She is an artist for Uebel Clarinets and Silverstein Works.

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