When the music director of the church I attend told me about Tamra Jones' upcoming concert, he was gushing forth with compliments. So I naturally wanted to make it a point to be at the event.
And come concert time, Tamra did not disappoint. The performance was stunning and virtuosic.
What I found fascinating was blending pieces by Johann Sebastian Bach - written nearly 400 years ago - with negro spirituals sung here in America in the 1800's, and continue to be popular today.
So I wanted to get Tamra on a call and get her thoughts on how this unique combination of musical genres came about, and why they work so well!
We also touched on ways musicians can overcome the barriers when it comes to self-promotion, the vital need to choose a program that suits you rather than what is going to "wow" the audience, and much more.
Enjoy this episode of the podcast!
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