By Steve Danew This fall, I am teaching a class in the Eastman School’s Arts Leadership Program titled “Excellence, Innovation, and Uniqueness: Developing Your Creative Career in Music.”  I came up with the title when thinking about successful 21st century ensembles and musicians, and I kept coming back to three elements that they shared: excellence, innovation, and uniqueness.  So, … Continue reading Three Things I Learned from Claire Courchene – Advice for Launching Your Career in Music