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Ep137: What A Ride! You performed for the Queen?? Cathy Crossing’s Amazing Story of Music and Travel

Season 1, Ep. 137

These stories will blow your mind!!


In Ep137, I sit down with music educator and professional clarinetist Cathy Crossing for an episode filled with wild stories and inspiring lessons. 🎶🌍


We cover:

🌏 Teaching Across the Globe – From China to Mexico to Kazakhstan, Cathy shares her experiences teaching in diverse cultures.

🎶 Professional Clarinetist Life – Playing for royalty and travelling the world with a clarinet quartet.

🛑 Adapting to Change – Cathy’s story is bursting with incredible examples of what can happen when you open yourself to opportunities and possibilities.


If you love travel, music, and a good story, this episode’s for you!


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