Christina speaks with saxophonist Kyle Jones (MM ’17), who is currently pursuing a DMA in saxophone performance at the University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory; in addition to his freelance career, Kyle is an educator and arts administrator. They discuss how to approach building a sustainable career in the arts, including balancing time between school, work, and other activities, proactively reaching out to collaborators and employers, and prioritizing a sense of self and community.

Follow Kyle:

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Links & Resources:

Fast Forward Austin – Website, Instagram

Less Than 10 Music: Website, Instagram
The Professor Is In – Karen Kelsky, PH. D.

Recorded Jan. 5, 2022.

2021 Intro music by Dmytro Nebesh. Audio editing by Greg Hays. Logo by MegDig Design.