Thad Bailey-Mai on the Importance of Taking Breaks, Chronic Injury and Composing Orchestral Music

For their last interview of the season, Alex and Karen talk to musician and composer Thad Bailey-Mai, and the topics are plentiful! They learn about Thad’s introduction to music from both his parents, and what it was like learning music at a young age with a dad who is a professional jazz trumpeter. They get into his unique style of composing orchestral pieces;  his other creative outlets; his chronic injury; and the burnout that’s led to his current self-appointed recovery period, discussing why it’s a crucial part of his (and everyone’s!) creative process and the very cool projects that await him on the other side. …Follow Thad @thadd.eus to hear his beautiful work!…Follow us on instagram @vicarious.pod Have any questions or topics you want to hear us discuss? Email us at [email protected] Credits: Edited by Alex Scott & mixed by Will Chernoff. Music and artwork by Alex Scott. Check out Alex’s solo project @lx.tox | Bandcamp | Spotify Check out Karen’s band @realearthtones | Bandcamp | Spotify …Creative Recommendations:The Liq’wala Colouring Book by Moe Patrick-Barr:Canadian Amazon LinkAustralian Amazon Link10% of proceeds go to language revitalization initiatives. Get your copy today to support this special cause!