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A Jazz Musician's Diary

A Jazz Musician's Diary

Written by: Todd Coolman
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After holding all sorts of jobs through my teenaged years, eventually winding up as a summertime laborer in the steel mills of Gary, Indiana, I made the decision to dare to try to become a professional musician. Having attended the Indiana University School of Music (now known as the Jacobs School of Music) I now realize that I was well prepared for what was to come next. This podcast is aimed at giving you an insider’s view of that process and the plethora of worldwide experiences I have had during my 48 years (and counting!) as a professional musician in both the Jazz and Classical genres. As the years have passed, I have had the time and luxury of developing multiple interests outside of music that I feel have further enriched my life. From time to time, I plan to discuss those aspects of my life experience as well.

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Episodes
  • The Only Girl In the Orchestra - A groundbreaking pioneer in her field.

    The Only Girl In the Orchestra - A groundbreaking pioneer in her field.
    Jan 22 2025

    The story of a documentary about esteemed doublebassist and teacher Ms. Orin O'Brien.

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    7 mins
  • Tragedy - When It hits Home.

    Tragedy - When It hits Home.
    Jan 22 2025

    My friend and colleague lost everything when his house burned to the ground during the Los Angeles fires.

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    5 mins
  • The Word Music - A taxonomic exploration.

    The Word Music - A taxonomic exploration.
    Jan 22 2025

    After a freak occurrence at a gig, I decided to explore the meaning of the word music.

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    10 mins
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