In this episode, Chris Santillán, musical director, pianist, and educator, proves how far a formal musical education can take you, if you “know your why”.
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Chris has spent his career telling stories through music, on tour and at sea, and he walks us through some of the highlights of his career as MD.
He tells us why he studied to be an ER doctor (and what caused him to change career paths), whether or not “the show must go on” is just something old fogies believe, and how he feels about being part of the bourgeoning music scene in the UAE and educating its next generation of performers.

If you’re considering a career in musical theatre, or looking to study performing arts in UAE, you need to hear what Chris has to say.

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Live performance veteran Lady J is having conversations with music industry professionals about what makes and sustains a career as a musician.
If you're looking to:

get your first gig
get better gigs
make your gigs more fulfilling and financially rewarding

Get practical advice from people who believe live music matters.
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Follow Chris:

chrissantillan.com
Chris's Instagram: @chrissantillan

Follow the Sharjah Performing Arts Academy:

spaa.ae
SPAA's Instagram: @sharjah_paa

Follow Lady J:

ladyjmusic.com
Lady J's Instagram: @ladyjmusic
Lady J's Substack: @ladyjmusic
Lady J's YouTube: @ladyjmusicdubai

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