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AMPLIFYING WISCONSIN MUSICIANS WMPodcast interviews local Wisconsin musicians on their journey from their first group, solo endeavor, hired studio work, local community groups, and more, to their present day activities in the local music scene. We will also talk with music businesses and music organizations. We’ll talk about their origin story, what their influences are, what they do to hone their talents and their skills to be where they are today. What they feel is not only suffocating the local music scene, but, better yet, what they feel is helping push the local scene into the limelight. Also hear about gigs they’ve played that made an impression on them and why. . . and much more.
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Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
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AMPLFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC
Episode 154
Mark Soriano
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- Program Coordinator: Arts @ Large
- Drummer: Dak Dubois, The Hatchets, For hire work
- Bassist: Royal Mill
- Solo Performer: Mark J. Soriano
- Live Sound Engineer
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Exploring the Musical Journey of Mark Soriano on the Wisconsin Music Podcast In this episode of the Wisconsin Music Podcast, the host welcomes Mark Soriano, a dynamic musician from Milwaukee, to discuss his extensive contributions to the local music scene and his role as a program coordinator at Arts at Large. Mark shares his origin story in music, beginning with mandatory piano lessons in childhood influenced by his parents' unfulfilled musical aspirations. He discusses his progression through various bands like Fellow Kingsmen, The Oxleys, and Drop Bear Collective, and his passion for teaching music. Mark reveals how he learned essential industry skills like getting songs on the radio and running live sound, often through trial and error and mentorship. He also talks about his personal musical projects, including his latest single 'Doing Okay,' demystifying the music creation process. The episode also delves into Arts at Large's mission to make art accessible to all, through initiatives like community jam sessions and educational programs in schools. The conversation underscores the importance of communication, community involvement, and continuous learning in achieving success in the music industry.
00:00 Introduction to the Wisconsin Music Podcast
00:16 Meet Mark Soriano: Milwaukee's Musical Talent
01:05 Mark's Musical Beginnings
02:43 Joining Bands and Musical Journey
04:38 Getting Music on the Radio
07:12 Live Sound Engineering: A Happy Accident
10:15 Arts at Large: Making Arts Accessible for All
17:40 Empowering the Next Generation of Musicians
18:33 Collaborative Teaching in Recording Arts
19:51 Expanding Arts Accessibility
21:13 Personal Music Journey and Songwriting
22:13 Creating Music with Limited Resources 28:51 The Importance of Community and Collaboration
33:19 Social Media and Final Thoughts
34:36 Conclusion and Podcast Information
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