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Accepting Rejection: A Look at Successful Failure

David Pennise Posted on April 20, 2020April 18, 2020

We all know that rejection stings. It tests us. It hits us. It makes us feel rotten. But it is necessary to become a success.

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What does success look like?

DanLisMusic Posted on November 2, 2019November 2, 2019

What defines success? How does a musician know when they are successful? How many listens, fans, and how much money, make a musician a “success”?

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Mental Illness as a Musician: None of your failures matter.

DanLisMusic Posted on January 17, 2018October 17, 2018

We will all be forgotten long after we pass. And that is precisely why you have every reason to live the life that will make you the most fulfilled.

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Help music and dance students afford high-quality arts education

DanLisMusic Posted on November 29, 2016

Hi All, This being Giving Tuesday and all, I would like to speak about something at my job that I am proud of. The Hartt Community Division‘s mission is: Enriching lives through innovative and unparalleled performing arts education The aspect of pride I wish to discuss is our Fund For Access (FFA). This is a need-based […]

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Creating a Solid Composer Resume (Tool #38)

DanLisMusic Posted on July 31, 2012

When one is searching for jobs, very often the first points of contact with potential employers are cover letters and resumes. I figured I’d share some insight into how to build a resume that is solid, an approach based on my experience with successful resume building. A good resume can lead to the next step […]