Keeping the Passion Alive with Jazz Trumpeter Jonathan Finlayson

Depth Of Field: A Creative Change in Perspective with Penny De Los Santos

02/28/24 • 24 min

In this episode of Depth of Field, host Penny De Los Santos interviews Jonathan Finlayson, a talented jazz trumpet player and composer. They discuss Jonathan’s musical journey from a young age, growing his talent, and his experiences playing with Steve Coleman. This conversation also compares the similarities and differences between music and photography.

They discuss the dedication it takes to become a professional musician, strategies to create the ideal environment to be creative, and why taking a break can be beneficial.

Penny also reflects on her own journey as a photographer and the challenges of maintaining passion in a creative field over time. Tune in to hear these two artists discuss their lifelong dedication to their crafts.

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02/28/24 • 24 min

Depth Of Field: A Creative Change in Perspective with Penny De Los Santos - Keeping the Passion Alive with Jazz Trumpeter Jonathan Finlayson

Transcript

Penny De Los Santos: Hello, everybody. Welcome to Depth of Field. I'm your host, Penny De Los Santos. And I have an incredible guest today. His name is Jonathan Finlayson. I'm going to let him introduce himself, if that's cool.
Jonathan Finlayson: That's fine with me. I am Jonathan Finlayson, as Penny said. I'm a trumpet player and composer, professional musician. I'm living in New York City. And I've been here for the better part of 20 some odd years at this point.

Penny De Los Santo

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