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As part of the podcast series, “ArtsAbly in Conversation,” Diane Kolin interviewed Lisa Sniderman, a musical theatre playwright, songwriter, ukelele player, and vocalist known by her artist name, Aoede, living in California. Listen to Lisa Sniderman’s interview This post presents the resources that Lisa Sniderman mentioned during the conversation. Lisa Sniderman aka Aoede Lisa Sniderman (Lis) is a multi-award-winning artist and playwright known by her artist name, Aoede. As a disabled artist, Sniderman creates-and often centers characters with illnesses-to express, foster healing, elevate, empower and advocate for people with chronic illnesses and disabilities. She’s been honored with 100+ awards and…

As part of the podcast series, “ArtsAbly in Conversation,” Diane Kolin interviewed Reverend Chris Wylie, aka DJ Pastor Rock, a musician, songwriter, vocalist and pastor, living in Buffalo, NY. Listen to Chris Wylie’s interview This post presents the resources that Chris Wylie mentioned during the conversation. Chris Wylie Rev. Chris (DJ Pastor Rock, He/They) is an award-winning musician, songwriter, and vocalist from Buffalo, NY who crafts justice-centered hip-hop and rock with punk rock attitude and accessible pop hooks. Chris’s music reflects his eclectic style and influences ranging from Public Enemy to Kelly Clarkson as well as his life as a…

As part of the podcast series, “ArtsAbly in Conversation,” Diane Kolin interviewed Dan Flanagan, a solo and orchestral violinist, a concertmaster of two opera orchestras, a composer, and a violin instructor at University of California, Berkeley. Listen to Dan Flanagan’s interview This post presents the resources that Dan Flanagan mentioned during the conversation. Dan Flanagan Dan Flanagan has built a multifaceted career as a soloist and orchestral musician, performing concertos with orchestras in California and recitals throughout the United States and Europe. Flanagan currently serves as Concertmaster of the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera, Concertmaster of West Edge Opera, and Instructor…

As part of the podcast series, “ArtsAbly in Conversation,” Diane Kolin interviewed Mark Erelli, an American singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and touring folk musician living in Massachusetts. Listen to Mark Erelli’s interview This post presents the resources that Mark Erelli mentioned during the conversation. Mark Erelli Mark Erelli turns adversity into finely embroidered rock songs that burn with urgency on his 2023 album Lay Your Darkness Down. Following full-bodied rock forebears Tom Petty, George Harrison, and Roy Orbison, Erelli’s songwriting explores the unknown glories of this planet and love’s transformational power. Over his two decade-long career, the singer-songwriter-sideman-producer-writer has proven himself equally at home in…

As part of the podcast series, “ArtsAbly in Conversation,” Diane Kolin interviewed Kristine Maitland, a storyteller, singer, dancer, photographer, and public speaker, living in Toronto, Canada. Listen to Kristine Maitland’s interview This post presents the resources that Kristine Maitland mentioned during the conversation. Kristine Maitland Kristine Maitland is a longtime storyteller, public speaker and researcher. She acts as an consultant in a one on one capacity and with non-profit organizations looking at creative projects and image. Given her training from George Brown College as a Career Development Practitioner and experience in media, her current focus is networking and research for…