S2E4: How to balance creativity and tradition through music
Simona is a NYC-based vocalist, composer, a voting member at the Grammy Recording Academy, a music teacher, and the only player of a Lithuanian folkloric instrument called kankles in the US. We spoke about the life of a freelance music creator and the life of an expat, how to find authenticity and deal with perfectionism, the importance of community and structure for creative juices and productivity, among many other things. Check out Simona's upcoming events in Lithuania: https://kakava.lt/en/event/rare-guests-in-jazz-kankles-closer-to-music-with-simona-smirnova/6827/11586 Use our code "WHATDOPEOPLEDO" for a 10% discount at Hostinger: http://hostinger.com/whatdopeopledo or http://hostinger.lt/whatdopeopledo Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatdopeopledonow/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whatdopeopledo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatdopeopledo Website: https://www.whatdopeopledonow.com/ Thank you for listening!