Saxophonist Seth Ebersole; A Masterclass in Mindset for all Musicians, Ep 257
04 December 2025

Saxophonist Seth Ebersole; A Masterclass in Mindset for all Musicians, Ep 257

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Our final new episode of the year! 🥳
 
In this inspiring year-end conversation, Donna sits down with saxophonist Sergeant Seth Ebersole, baritone saxophonist with the Airmen of Note, to talk about mindset, practice, creativity, and the poetic influences behind his music, including his upcoming piece "Dear Emily."
 
⬇️ Find exactly what you're looking for in the episode by using the timestamps below:
00:00 Introduction
03:02 Earliest mentor/s
08:01 Why musical theatre is a big influence on him
11:36 Emily Dickinson's poetry in relation to his music
15:05 Inspiration behind his upcoming song 'Dear Emily'
26:19 Process for roadmaps for other musicians
30:13 Listen and reflect to 'The Very Nearest Room'
43:08 Listen and reflect to 'Any Happy Flower'
50:31 The best way to get through complicated harmony
54:58 The story behind his Instagram handle
58:58 What practicing is supposed to be
01:01:30 How to handle practicing in front of others
01:13:09 His audition experience
01:21:38 The right head space for musicians

🔎Explore more about Seth Ebersole, his music, background, and socials, all in one place: 

https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophonist-seth-ebersole-a-masterclass-in-mindset-for-all-musicians-ep-257

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