It takes much more than being a talented musician to live your life as a full time professional. The moment you realize there is so much more, than mastering your instrument/voice, most (young) musicians are overwhelmed and (might) get stuck. You simply don’t know where to start.
Getting stuck is a key moment! It’s the perfect momentum for you to discover and explore new ways to get to the next level(s) in your personal development.
Facing major changes in life are always challenging. Finding solutions is the key to your personal and professional growth. Your road travelled will be inspiring and rewarding.
PERSONAL COACH PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN is your guide in your process and development.
“We’ll cross the bridge when we get there.”
Well, … here’s the bridge.
You’re the one who’s about to cross it.
I’m the one to guide you.
– Jasper Somsen
PERSONAL COACH PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN
Depending on where you are and what you need, in your personal and professional life, we’ll decide which main subjects are best for you. Most musicians prefer the full package and return (later) for one or more specialties.
FULL PACKAGE: 10 lessons, all main subjects
SPECIALITY: deep focus on one or more of the main subjects
One lesson is 60 minutes
1. MUSICAL DEVELOPMENT (4 lessons)
– Repertoire
– Interplay
– Composition
– Improvisation
– Musical director (bandleader/conductor)
2. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (2 lessons)
– Musical leadership
– Business leadership
– Life’s philosophy
– Self management
3. PRODUCTION (2 lessons)
– Production plan
– Studio productions
– Live productions
– Video productions
– Mix & mastering
– Release
4. BUSINESS (2 lessons)
– Acquisition
– Promotion
– Network & Public Relations
– Contracts & Rights
– Starting your own company
– Financial management
– Concert programming
– Tour management
– Record companies
CONSERVATORY/UNIVERSITY – ELECTIVE MINOR (private/duo classes)
Some conservatories/universities offer their students elective minor courses or clinics/masterclasses. Since 1998, Jasper Somsen has been a regular guest teacher at the conservatories of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Arnhem and Zwolle (The Netherlands). Please contact the head of your Jazz/Pop/Classical music department.
Most classes/clinics are in English/Dutch. Jasper speaks fluent Italian and (some) German as well.
All lessons can be followed at Jasper’s private school, online and/or at your conservatory/university.
SUBSCRIPTION & CONTACT
Jasper Somsen
Email: info@jaspersomsen.com
Cellphone: +31-612934055
Biography Jasper
(c) Carlos Villaroel – New Arts International/Challenge Records