How do you prepare for a performance like an Olympic athlete?
In Episode 273 of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, Greg Banaszak shares his disciplined approach to performing, practicing, and thriving as both a classical and jazz saxophonist.
00:00 - Greg's approach to working on the Bird With Strings project
15:56 - His mindset in playing both classical and jazz
20:58 - Tips for transcribing
26:05 - Why he recommends Vandoren products
32:50 - Audience receptiveness, especially overseas
37:12 - How he prepares for overseas concerts
42:54 - Greg's "Olympic" preparation
56:54 - How's the saxophone scene in Mumbai
01:07:35 - Upcoming projects
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