Episode 11: A Lot Of Me: A Conversation With Myles Brown

en-usDecember 10, 2018

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About this Episode

In this episode we got the chance to interview Myles Brown. Myles is a very accomplished Atlanta musician who attended the Berkley College of Music and the Atlanta Institute of Music. We discuss many topics in this one. A lot pertaining to his time at music college. Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like? Come join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions. Topics include: What it's like going to the Berkley College of Music and Atlanta Institute of Music How those two schools differ Audition tips What he learned along the way Real world application vs. school knowledge Charting Live Gigging Jazz deep dives Live playing And many other things! You can find out more about Myles by clicking HERE (https://www.mylesbrown.net)

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