<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;In this inspiring backstage pass conversation, Tim Higgins, principal trombone of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and acclaimed composer, arranger, and educator, shares the real work behind long-term success in music. Whether you're preparing for auditions or building artistic depth in your playing, this episode offers mindset shifts and practical tools you can apply today.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-fareast;"&gt; In this episode, you'll learn:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;What Tim believes is at the core of audition success and how to train it with consistency&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;How to build and refine your sound concept over time&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;The surprising mindset that keeps him inspired after years in the job&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;Why technique is only part of the equation and how to think like an artist&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;How he navigates vulnerability, identity, and self-worth in a high-pressure career&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;The one thing he'd tell any musician working toward a big goal this year&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p style= "margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"&gt; &lt;!-- [if !supportLists]--&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;"&gt;&lt;span style="mso-list: Ignore;"&gt;·&lt;span style="font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';"&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt; &lt;!--[endif]--&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;Why long-term growth is not just possible, but powerful&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif;"&gt;Whether you're chasing a job, deepening your artistry, or trying to stay motivated in the middle of it all this is a conversation you'll want to revisit.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"&gt;  &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;" align="center"&gt; 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line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"&gt; THANK YOU:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="MsoNormal"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"&gt; Most sincere thank you to composer&lt;/span&gt; &lt;a href= "https://composerjim.com/"&gt;&lt;span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: blue;"&gt; Jim Stephenson&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"&gt; who graciously provided the show's musical theme:&lt;span style= "mso-spacerun: yes;"&gt; &lt;/span&gt; Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The Mind Over Finger Podcast

Dr. Renée-Paule Gauthier

242 The Long Game Every Musician Needs to Play: Tim Higgins on Winning the Job, Finding Your Sound, and Staying Inspired

DEC 19, 202554 MIN
The Mind Over Finger Podcast

242 The Long Game Every Musician Needs to Play: Tim Higgins on Winning the Job, Finding Your Sound, and Staying Inspired

DEC 19, 202554 MIN

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In this inspiring backstage pass conversation, Tim Higgins, principal trombone of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and acclaimed composer, arranger, and educator, shares the real work behind long-term success in music. Whether you're preparing for auditions or building artistic depth in your playing, this episode offers mindset shifts and practical tools you can apply today. In this episode, you'll learn: · What Tim believes is at the core of audition success and how to train it with consistency · How to build and refine your sound concept over time · The surprising mindset that keeps him inspired after years in the job · Why technique is only part of the equation and how to think like an artist · How he navigates vulnerability, identity, and self-worth in a high-pressure career · The one thing he'd tell any musician working toward a big goal this year · Why long-term growth is not just possible, but powerful Whether you're chasing a job, deepening your artistry, or trying to stay motivated in the middle of it all this is a conversation you'll want to revisit. If you're ready to step on stage with confidence, perform at your best, and finally feel secure in your playing, let's talk! Book a free discovery call and let's create a plan to get you there. Are you ready to take your playing and career to the next level and create a life that feels purposeful and joyful? Let's connect and explore how personalized coaching can support your journey. Click here to schedule your free consultation, and let's start turning your goals into reality. Book your FREE Music Mastery Experience Discovery call with Renée HERE Book your free consultation with Renée HERE Download the transcript from this episode HERE Mind Over Finger Click www.mindoverfinger.com/coaching to book your free consultation with me. Visit MindOverFinger.com for my online courses as well as free resources on peak performance. Grab my free workshops and PDF downloads by going to www.mindoverfinger.com/resources. Connect: https://www.youtube.com/@MindOverFinger https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindoverfinger https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfinger/ THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson who graciously provided the show's musical theme: Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson.