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EPISODE · Jan 29, 2025 · 38 MIN

Networking is Everything: The Art and Importance of Connection with Michael Blair

from The JMI Power of Music Podcast · host Michael Blair, Ricardo Van Mildert, JM International (JMI)

🌟 Growing up in a military family, constantly moving, Michael learned early how to meet people and adapt. His path took him from accordion to percussion, from psychology studies to becoming a sought-after session musician. He discusses how being truly present for artists—not just as a player but as someone who understands their creative needs—has defined his career. He shares insights on making meaningful connections and how being genuinely curious is the key to building relationships in music.✨ Get ready for a conversation filled with stories from New York to Stockholm, lessons on collaboration, and an inside look at the power of human connection in music.If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and rate the podcast. Join us in celebrating music that unites and inspires!ℹ️ JMI is a global network of NGOs that empowers young people through music across all boundaries. For more info go to jmi.net or check out all the amazing opportunities for musicians on Mubazar.

🎟️ Networking is Everything: The Art and Importance of Connection with Michael Blair In this special episode of The Power of Music podcast, we welcome Michael Blair, a musician, composer, and teacher whose career has been shaped by a deep understanding of collaboration. Known for his work with legends like Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, and Lou Reed, Michael shares how networking in music isn’t about self-promotion—it’s about genuine connection.

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