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Intentional Musicianship is a music podcast hosted by Jeff Price. It has 46 episodes, with the latest published April 2026.

Welcome to Intentional Musicianship, hosted by Jeff Price.Jeff is a lifelong performer and listener who believes great performances are built with intention. Intentional Musicianship is a podcast for musicians who want more from their time on stage and more connection with the people listening.This is not a typical "play better" show. We move beyond technique to explore stage presence, musical storytelling, audience communication, and the often unspoken norms that shape live performance. Each episode is designed to help you think differently about what happens at center stage and how your preparation behind the scenes impacts the experience you create.Whether you are an amateur, a seasoned professional, or a music educator, the goal is simple: to help you create performances that resonate. That might mean deeper audience engagement, stronger community support, or a more sustainable return on your performance efforts through loyalty, attendance, or merchandise sales.The show uses an

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Why Live Performances Can Feel Flat and How to Fix It

2

Why Good Musicians and Educators Protect Their Ears

3

Money, Fundraising, and Finishing the Experience

4

Enjoy the Journey: Gratitude for the Moment You're In

5

What wins Auditions? Raising your Average

6

Should You Take This Audition?

7

What is This Music Degree For?

8

Reframing the Thoughts That Steal Joy

9

Updated Trailer: Intentional Musicianship

10

Collaboration is Not a Gimmick

11

What Makes a Concert Truly Unforgettable?

12

Music: The Ultimate Time Machine

13

Short, Sharp, and Brilliant: Lessons from the Canadian Brass

14

The Best Band Ever… and Why My Friend Was Right

15

Play to Your Strengths: Why Doing Less Can Make Your Performance Stronger

16

Was It Worth It? ROI, Expected Value, and Transformation in Performance

17

Replicate to Elevate: The Only Proven Way for Success in Music

18

Goldilocks and the Three Musicians: A Fable for Performers

19

Don't Just Rehearse the Notes, Rehearse the Moment

20

Ditch the Dirty Rotten No-Good Bad Perfectionism

21

The Art of the Pause – Owning Your Time and Space

22

Scoring the Moment: The Power of Background Music

23

The 5 Whys: Unlocking Better Performances Through Critical Thinking

24

Fearless in Five Minutes: Five Tips to Overcome Stage Anxiety

25

The Art of the Encore: Creating Unforgettable Moments

26

Good Enough: How Embracing Your Strengths Creates Lasting Impact

27

Customer Service vs. Customer Experience: Building Audience Engagement and Lasting Connections

28

Inspired by Excellence: Lessons to Replicate from a Winter Gala

29

Beyond Execution: The Power of Communication in Performance

30

Staging and Storytelling: Lessons from Mnozil Brass

31

Performing with Presence: How Physicality Speaks to Your Audience

32

Mastering Misdirection: Creating Flow and Focus on Stage

33

Engaging Your Audience, Selling Yourself, and Appreciating Your Sponsor: Lessons from Mia Asano and Ally the Piper

34

Storytelling and Community in Music: Insights and Reflections from Sonic Bloom - Nina Assimakopoulos and Friends

35

How to Get Out of Your Practice Room and Go Perform!

36

Fearless Performances: Pre-Mortem Analysis for Musicians

37

Are you Ready? Exploring Musician Culture to Deliver Better Performances

38

Your Network Makes the Dream Work

39

Musical Stagecraft - Storytelling & Audience Engagement

40

Navigating Audience Expectations and Preferences

41

The Power of Eye Contact in Musical Performance, Breaking the Fourth Wall to Deepen Audience Engagement

42

Optimizing Musical Expression for Adaptable Performances

43

What does the Customer Want? Bridging the Gap in Expectations

44

Welcome to Intentional Musicianship: Address your Why

45

A Better Live Musical Performance through Storyboarding

46

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