025 - The Power of Music with Jose Prieto

19/07/2024 42 min Temporada 1 Episodio 25

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Episode Synopsis

Jose Prieto, 2018 Nyah Fellow and University of Miami alum, sits down with Leigh-Ann to discuss his lifelong journey to becoming a musician and educator in Palo Alto, CA; how moving out (and across the country) helped his relationship with his parents; and his Nyah Project fellowship experience in Ghana with Dr. Senyo Adjibolosoo. Also find out how he defines community and how he’s shaping the future, plus more!

"Music really is a great way to see leaders in action." - Jose Prieto

They also chat about:

Growing up first generation Cuban-American in the city of progress, Hialeah, Florida

Mental health awareness in the Hispanic community

The benefits of Access coaching in a small group setting

The most rewarding part of his job as a music educator

How his first band director, Vicky Orozco, inspired his career path

How he’s helping younger generations build a better future

The power of journaling and reflection