Finding Your Truth: The Journey of Claudia B. & Lessons from 'The Voice

In this episode #120 of the BTB Project, host Kollman Gearhart interviews Claudia B. (Swope) a Nashville-based singer-songwriter who recently competed on 'The Voice' as part of John Legend's team. Claudia shares her musical journey, from forming a rock band in high school to studying at the Berklee College of Music, and emphasizes the importance of perseverance, preparation, and staying true to oneself. The conversation also touches on the value of facing challenges, the supportive community in Nashville, and Claudia's experience on 'The Voice.' Additionally, Claudia and Kollman discuss setting goals, handling nerves, and the impact of mentors. Claudia offers advice for staying true to one's artistic vision and overcoming setbacks. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:23 Meet Claudia B. From Rock Band to The Voice 01:04 The Importance of Preparation and Perspective 01:16 The BTB Project: Empowering Listeners 02:16 Claudia's Journey: From Tennis Court to Music Stage 03:17 The Nashville Experience and Songhouse 05:35 Claudia's Musical Evolution: From Rock to Jazz 09:10 The Berkeley College of Music Experience 11:21 Finding Your Own Path in Music 19:50 The Importance of Health and Wellness 23:06 Overcoming Stage Fright and Embracing Performance 23:42 Dreams of Becoming a Singer 24:21 The Journey to The Voice 26:03 Dealing with Rejection and Persistence 26:54 The Voice Audition Experience 28:21 Musical Influences and Connection with John Legend 31:05 The Voice Performance Highlights 33:00 Lessons from The Voice Experience 35:18 Advice for Those Struggling with Failure 39:10 The Importance of Goal Setting 45:31 Advice for Overcoming Stage Fright 46:58 Influence of Mentors and Loved Ones The Voice- https://youtu.be/9WWYXeR3iCI?feature=shared Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/claudiabsings/