Hm...what would be a cool description of this episode? Well, it can't get any cooler than my guest, both in attitude and name - Wilson Poffenberger! Wilson is the essence of an artist, and in this episode host Dr. Rick Firestone explores topics

Episode 8: On Creativity, Dasch Quartet, "Take On Me," and The Live Warm-Up, ft. Shawna Pennock

Mar 16th, 2021 1h 29m

Do you know what day it is? This seemingly innocuous question has become synonymous with The Live Warm-Up, a saxophone-turned-multi-instrument virtual warmup that gained significant popularity during the initial stages of lockdown. The creator

Episode 7: On New Music Accessibility, Art Integrity, Bronx Hip-Hop, and The Sopranos, ft. Seth Andrew Davis

Mar 10th, 2021 1h 25m

"Can we like...stop with the Boulez-ian bullshit?" Seth Andrew Davis is a performer and composer specializing in improvisation and new music. More than that? He's an artist with real conviction. Join host Dr. Rick Firestone as he speaks with Se

Episode 6: On Asking for Help, Elementary Kids, Balancing Performing and Teaching, and Turtlenecks, ft. Liz Damp

Mar 7th, 2021 1h 21m

Have you ever asked for help? It can be a difficult thing for many of us - it hurts our ego, who we really are. In her life, educator and performer Liz Damp has found that asking for help is often the most beneficial thing we can do to improve

Episode 5: On Authentic Music Making, Military Bands, Rocket League, and the Best Pizza in Bloomington, ft. Harrison Clarke.

Mar 4th, 2021 1h 46m

This episode has it all - from Rocket League to pizza to what it means to make music fearlessly. Saxophonist Harrison Clarke is a man of fine taste in a wide swath of areas - in episode 5, we dig into a lot of them! Join host Dr. Rick Firestone

Episode 4: On the Science and Art of Teaching, Influential High School Teachers, Anime, and D&D, ft. Heather Schafer

Feb 16th, 2021 1h 22m

"Run Away." This advice, seemingly dismissive on the surface, became the best advice that educator Heather Schafer ever received. Indeed, it became a building block for creating a life rich in helping those in need and advocating justice for al

Episode 3: On Wellness, Change, Academia, and Pets, ft. Catelyn Hawkins

Feb 11th, 2021 1h 30m

Catelyn Hawkins is someone who is completely comfortable with making decisions and changes within her life for the better. In episode 3, host Dr. Rick Firestone speaks with Catelyn on the importance of maintaining happiness and wellness - throu

Episode 2: On Faith, Fred Rogers, Teaching, and Zelda, ft. Benjamin Bugaile

Feb 1st, 2021 1h 32m

Benjamin Bugaile is an organist, pianist, singer, and a self-described "Fred Rogers disciple that probably loves you." Despite his early life being a balance of multiple musical pursuits, Ben's affinity for and chops on the organ eventually led

Episode 1: On Privacy, Identity, Burnout, and Super Smash Bros., ft. Vince Buzzelli

Jan 27th, 2021 1h 6m

The inaugural episode of FirestoneSide Chats! Rick Firestone is joined today by Vince Buzzelli, a saxophonist and educator based out of New Jersey. Together, the reminisced on meeting in graduate school, how musicians' identities can become tie

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