148 Brittany Frompovich (Bass Player, Music Educator)

Brittany Frompovich is a versatile musician, clinician, and music educator based in Northern Virginia, known for her musicianship on both electric and double bass. Executing both innovative solo performances and collaborative work across diverse genres, she has shared stages with prominent artists like Bakithi Kumalo, Robert Harsen, and others. A dedicated teacher and advocate for the bass community, she inspires students and professionals alike through her clinics, performances, and contributions such as her Wonder Women series to platforms like NoTreble.com Summary In this episode Brittany explores the journey of being an artist and educator, discussing health challenges, community building, and the evolution of female bass players. Brittany shares insights on diversifying income streams, overcoming setbacks, and the unexpected growth of her Etsy store. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating authentically, learning continuously, and defining a fulfilling life through music and connection. Connect with Brittany Here: https://blog.ladybassmusic.net/ Welcome to the #liveandcreate podcast, hosted by Miguel Antonio, singer-songwriter, speaker and Lead Vocalist of the band Run With It . In this podcast, Miguel engages in meaningful conversations with artists and entrepreneurs, delving into the essence of living a great life and creating great things. Our discussions revolve around the personal stories and inspirations of our guests, touching on practical aspects of both business and artistic creation. These conversations evolve into philosophical explorations, encompassing the art of life, music, and the pursuit of a better world. to be a guest on the show email ⁠⁠[email protected] To check out Miguel's band Run With It ⁠https://runwithitband.net⁠ Chapters 00:00 Navigating Health and Family Challenges 02:55 The Feast and Famine of Music Careers 05:56 The Evolution of Female Bass Players 08:53 Discovering the Secrets of Music 11:58 Transitioning from Classical to Electric Bass 15:00 The Ongoing Journey of Music Production 18:03 Building Community in the Music World 19:55 Investing in Community and Education 24:27 Navigating Burnout and Jadedness in Teaching 25:30 The Unexpected Growth of an Etsy Store 28:49 Diversifying Income Streams as an Artist 31:25 Finding Opportunity in Adversity 36:00 Choosing to Return to Music 37:58 Defining a Great Life and Creating Great Things ______ Keywords music, health, family, female bass players, music production, community building, electric bass, classical music, music careers, entrepreneurship, music education, community building, burnout, Etsy store, income diversification, opportunity in adversity, artist entrepreneurship, teaching, authentic expression, personal growth