Self Management and Mindset for Musicians - by Mike del Ferro
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Host: Mike del Ferro | International Award-Winning Pianist & World Traveler.
"As long as you don't have a manager, you are your own manager"
Based on the highly successful clinic that has already helped thousands of artists worldwide, this podcast is the essential toolkit for musicians of any genre who are ready to take control of their careers.
Join Mike del Ferro as he distills decades of experience into short, high-impact episodes. Going beyond just logistics, this show tackles the crucial combination of practical Self-Management, strategic Networking, and the resilient Mindset required to thrive in the modern music industry.
What you’ll learn:
- How to organize your career without a team.
- The art of authentic networking.
- Mental strategies for longevity and success.
The Inner Game (The Mind): Mike dives deep into the internal hurdles that hold musicians back. From overcoming stage fright and insecurity to optimizing your practice routine, he offers specific tools to build your confidence. You will find advice on handling rejection, staying motivated, and much more mindset tips designed to keep you mentally strong.
Get in touch: For private online sessions, access to monthly free Q&A sessions, or to request specific topics, email: clinics@mikedelferro.com
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Self Management and Mindset for Musicians - by Mike del Ferro
41 Echoes of Toots Thielemans - Mike del Ferro (yours truly) being interviewed about Toots
A Note on This Episode:
I’ve also released this Episode on my personal Podcast (The Mike del Ferro Podcast), but because I’m now also focusing on Mindset Episodes in this series, I felt it was useful to share it here as well.
A big part of my musical identity and my approach to the "inner game" comes from the 10 years I spent with Toots Thielemans. I learned so much from Toots about mindset and professional mentality, and I talk about those experiences a lot in this interview.
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I recently sat down with Alexandre Piret, a dedicated researcher and musicologist who is currently conducting in-depth academic research on the life and music of Toots Thielemans.
In this episode, which is part of my Podcast series "Echoes of Toots Thielemans", where I interview Harmonica Players, Alexandre interviews me about my ten-year collaboration with Toots. It was a humbling experience to revisit those memories—not just the technical aspects of accompanying such a unique instrument, but the personal moments we shared on tours around the world.
We discuss the nuances of Toots' playing, the chemistry we built on stage, and the "echoes" of his influence that I still feel in my own music today. If you are interested in the history of jazz or the legacy of Toots, I hope you enjoy this conversation.
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