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Everything you didn't learn in music school, but need to know, to thrive. 

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As a musician, you're not just learning your craft - 

 

you’re growing into a whole artist. That means mastering your instrument, managing your brand, staying well, and building a career that lasts. It’s a holistic exercise — and yes, it can be daunting.

That’s why we created Music360: to help you fill out all the necessary skills. Here, you’ll find the insight, tools, and strategies to help you thrive artistically, financially, and personally.

Explore our Thrive Memberships, designed to transfer a lifetime of music-career experience from our accoladed instructors to you. Take the next step in your music journey.  

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14-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE

If you aren’t completely satisfied with THRIVE, let us know within the first 14-days for a full refund. No questions asked. 

HOW IT WORKS:

 

1. Enroll in Thrive and get immediate access to our online platform where you can begin digging into the video library and resources 

2. Start getting emails from us with lessons and action items

3. Get Zoom links to all the upcoming events so you can join live, or, rewatch later

 

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THRIVE IS FOR YOU IF:

 

► You're in school and ready to build a more holistic skill set & get access to a wide-range of resources 

► You're a pre-professional and looking to build your career, wellness and life as a musician

► You're a professional musician or teacher working in the field and want support and resources to keep developing your career while getting access to new resources and wisdom

► You're a lifelong learner and are interested in cool stuff, love music, and want to join in the fun!

START THRIVING TODAY!

Your THRIVE GO Options: 

 
 
Monthly Membership

$49/m

 

â–ş All seminars, workshops & classes

► Access to our video library with 100+ replays, conversations and video lessons

► Library of PDF downloads 

► Access to our digital platform

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Annual Membership

$499/y

 

â–şAll seminars, workshops & classes

► Access to our video library with 100+ replays, conversations and video lessons

► Library of PDF downloads 

► Access to our digital platform

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 Monthly Membership
+ Coaching

$149/m

Membership + 1:1 Coaching


 

â–ş Everything in the membership

â–ş One 1:1 60-min coaching session each month with a Thrive host

 

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Annual Membership
+ Coaching

$1499/y

Membership + 1:1 Coaching

 

â–ş Everything in the membership

â–ş One 1:1 60-min coaching session each month with a Thrive host

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We believe
a career in music is not an unstable path where the odds are stacked against you, but instead it is a rich and incredible opportunity to share your skills & talents with the world in creative ways. 

WHAT THRIVE MEMBERS ARE SAYING

 

Thrive has given me a new skill set under my belt right after graduating college. I’ve implemented techniques from Thrive into my everyday routine, and I’ve had a lot more success with competitions and auditions!

Chanse M.

The support, inspiration and guidance I’ve received from Thrive this year have helped me find a lot more joy and confidence in my playing and in my various roles in my local music ecosystem. I’m so glad I joined!

Susan D.

Just dropping a line to let you know how much I am enjoying the Thrive membership. I have found my groove where I can listen to the classes while I am driving in the car AND IT IS AMAZING! I'm catching up on topics I missed, finding ten minute sessions (like the clearing brain meditation exercise) that fit into ten minutes before the end of my planning so I can start class like Mary Poppins, and it's all so great. Just saying, THANKS SO MUCH!

Michelle G.

 

 

SOME OF OUR PAST EVENTS

 

We've had 150+ events in Thrive aiming to bring in a DIVERSE variety of experts and the most inspiring high-performing musicians out there. The lineup rotates and cycles, giving members a space to explore, experiment and evolve! 

From left to right (or up to down if you're on mobile)! 

Captivating Your Audience with Sasha Olinick, Actor

Kinesthetic Learning with Rosemary Engelstad, Body Mapping Teacher

Writing tips for Musicians with Leyla Shokoohe, Copywriter

Optimizing Your Practice with Dr. Christine Carter, Performance Psychology Researcher

Achieving Expressivity and Range through Vocalism with Ana Maria Martinez, Rice University

Mindfulness for Musicians with Stacy Sims, Mindfulness Coach

A Conversation with Anthony McGill, NY Philharmonic

How to Warm Up with Kim Cole Luevano, University of North Texas

Exploring Extended Techniques with Eric Mandat, American composer

On Expression with Afendi Yusuf and Rob Walters, Cleveland Orchestra

Masterclass with Richard Aaron, Juilliard/University of Michigan

Masterclass with Blaise Dejardin, Boston Symphony

 

Plus all these people... 👇 (And that's still not all!)

Video library examples!

Enjoy 50+ current lessons and new mini-lessons on overcoming procrastination to practice hacks are delivered each month! Categories are: Conversations, Heart Wellness, Mind Wellness, Body Wellness, Business, Career

WHY JOIN THRIVE?

You need to feel confident and empowered to take your next steps towards success–whatever that means for you. Spoiler alert: that means working on your musicianship with amazing artists while also developing skills like self regulation, how to be patient, how to build a website, and of course, how to step on stage with courage. That's what we do in Thrive.

I'm ready to join!

INTRODUCING YOUR THRIVE HOSTS!

Hi! We are Ixi, Ted and Nick! We've got a diverse set of experiences under our belts and want to share them with you. As your Thrive hosts, we curate your content and find incredible guests and topics that we know will offer you important learning. We look out for trends and things we think you need to know and then bring them to you!

Ted Nelson (right) was a cellist in the Cincinnati Symphony for 20 years and is now VP of Artistic Planning and Operations at the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance. //  Ixi Chen (left) plays clarinet in the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, teaches at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and is Founder & Managing Artistic Director of chamber ensemble, CONCERTNOVA. //  Nick Photinos (middle) is a multi-Grammy Award-winning cellist, professor of chamber music at CCM, a founding member of Eighth Blackbird, and has collaborated and toured with an astounding array of artists.

We're excited to share our combined experience of performance, recording, management, production fundraising, finance and entrepreneurship so you can realize your dreams!

THRIVE began in October of 2020 and has helped hundreds of students gain the confidence and skills they need to make strides in their playing and career. We've got big hearts and believe there is space for everyone in classical music, but you may need some help! We're ready to give it to you.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

 

Musicians are entrepreneurs
  • Are you financially literate and do you approach your career with an abundance mindset?
  • The days of having just one job are mostly over, but that doesn't mean a career in music isn't viable. You must explore your unique skill sets that can contribute to the world (and your pocket)!  
  • There's a GAP in music school education. Traditional music school doesn't prepare you for the real world! You have develop a set of professional skills beyond your playing. 

Embracing an outside perspective can give you great insight into your work
  • From authors to athletes, there are a lot of experts out there with a lot to teach you about how to be a better human and artist. 
  • Having a diverse, varied approach can give you rich layers of musicianship and artistry - as well as connect you to project, collaboration and job opportunities. 

Wellness lies at the heart of everything you do as a musician

  • What makes a strong, healthy mind is different for all of us, but it is just as important to dive into these things as scales and excerpts. This includes understanding how you learn and how to maximize your focus.

  • How your body feels has SO much to do with how you play. Remember, you are a musician-athlete! 

  • Your playing is a reflection of who you are. Being emotionally well and heart-centered can make a dramatic difference in not only your expressive capabilities but in your whole life. 

 

14-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE

If you aren’t completely satisfied with THRIVE, let us know within the first 14-days for a full refund. No questions asked.

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