Marcus Finnie (Part 2)

In part two, Marcus talks about finding your voice, learning from the musicians who came before you, overcoming the fear of making mistakes, and why…

Oct 5

September 2026

Marcus Finnie (Part 1)

Marcus built his career around versatility. From growing up playing drums in church in Memphis to touring with artists, his journey has been shaped by…

Sep 21 • Getting The Gig

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August 2026

Jennifer Puckett (Part 2)

Memphis Symphony Orchestra Principal Viola Jennifer Puckett talks about what life looks like behind the scenes—and why today's musicians need more than…

Aug 24 • Getting The Gig

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Jennifer Puckett (Part 1)

In this edition, Jennifer Puckett of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra reflects on finding her musical identity and embracing change.

Aug 12 • Getting The Gig

Welcome to Season 2 of Getting the Gig

We hope you enjoyed Season 1 and have with a better sense of what’s possible when you’re building a life in music. Stay tuned for more incredible…

Aug 11 • Getting The Gig

June 2026

Barrie Cooper (Part 2)

Life as a concertmaster, being side by side with students, and playing in Vienna.

Jun 8 • Getting The Gig

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May 2026

Barrie Cooper (Part 1)

Barrie Cooper began on a macaroni-box "violin” and never looked back.

May 21 • Getting The Gig

Michael Scott (Part 2)

Michael Scott discusses his approaches in doubling and the styles he plays across symphonic, jazz, and theater work.

May 11 • Getting The Gig

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April 2026

Michael Scott (Part 1)

Meet Michael Scott! He plays 57,341 instruments.

Apr 27 • Getting The Gig

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Yennifer Correia (Part 2)

Violinist Yennifer Correia talks competitions, chamber music, wedding gigs, and why being early might be the most underrated superpower in the gigging…

Apr 13

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March 2026

Yennifer Correia (Part 1)

Warning: This interview may cause the sudden urge to practice.

Mar 31 • Getting The Gig

Your favorite artist's favorite artists

Here's a playlist of songs, each hand picked by performing musicians current obsession.

Mar 9 • Getting The Gig