168 Sara Verduzco (Drummer, Sentimental Creatures)
09 May 2025

168 Sara Verduzco (Drummer, Sentimental Creatures)

#liveandcreate

About

Sara Verduzco was born into a baseball family but was raised in the midwest music scene. By day she is the music education rep for Lanham Music in Saint Joseph, MO and by night she is rocking the drums with the up and coming KCMO rock band, Sentimental Creatures."

Summary

In this conversation, Sara and Miguel Antonio explore the vibrant Kansas City music scene, discussing their personal journeys, the formation of Sara's band Sentimental Creatures, and the importance of community and collaboration in music. They reflect on their insecurities as musicians, the impact of mentor Dr. Dennis Rogers, and the process of creating meaningful art. The discussion also touches on future goals for the band, including recording and touring plans, and the significance of following one's passion in life.


Connect with Sara and check out her band here:


https://www.instagram.com/sentimentalcreatures/

https://www.instagram.com/half.pt/


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Welcome to the #liveandcreate podcast, hosted by Miguel Antonio, singer-songwriter, speaker and Lead Vocalist of the band Run With It . In this podcast, Miguel engages in meaningful conversations with artists and entrepreneurs, delving into the essence of living a great life and creating great things.

Our discussions revolve around the personal stories and inspirations of our guests, touching on practical aspects of both business and artistic creation. These conversations evolve into philosophical explorations, encompassing the art of life, music, and the pursuit of a better world.

To be a guest on the show email ⁠⁠booking@runwithitband.net

To check out Miguel's band Run With It

⁠https://runwithitband.net⁠

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Music Scene

03:38 Navigating Insecurities in Music

06:30 The Importance of Collaboration

09:21 The Journey of Sentimental Creatures

12:31 Recording Experience and Production Insights

15:40 Reflections on Community and Competition

18:33 Personal Growth Through Music

21:31 The Influence of Mentorship

24:38 Growing Where You're Planted

25:23 Lessons from Dennis: Following Your Passion

27:30 The Impact of Music Education: Rock Camp Experience

29:44 Songwriting Process: Collaboration and Inspiration

32:35 Navigating Life Changes: From Denver to St. Joe

36:18 Goals for the Future: Releasing Music and Touring

40:31 Nostalgia and Influence: The 90s Music Vibe

44:32 Defining a Great Life: Relationships and Impact

46:33 Creating Great Things: Authenticity in Art

49:02 Closing Bumper .mp4

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