011 - Life of a Premier Female Trumpet Player

How do you become a full-time musician playing at the White House? What does it take and how do you get there? In this episode we’re having fika with Amy McCabe, a full-time professional trumpet player in a premier military band. Topics Amy’s White House responsibilities vs. Childhood dream [00:01:30]  Getting a full-time job in music [00:05:42]  The drive, the auditions and shifting your mindset for success [00:10:44]  Music is cathartic [00:17:29]  Spreading joy while touring [00:21:31]  It’s totally different every day [00:24:52]  Inspiration for budding musicians [00:29:43]  Go see live music! [00:32:44]  Links and Show Notes: Hear Amy McCabe play the Taps  Submit questions here or use #FIKApodcast on social media. Find your host, Erica Eriksdotter, at https://www.StudioEriksdotter.com,http://www.instagram.com, https://www.twitter.com/eeriksdotter  You can find this podcast on iTunes and on Stitcher - be sure to subscribe! Thanks for listening!