THE 88 KIP ACADEMY PODCAST

In this episode, I talk about an experience that I had yesterday, where I saw a younger version of myself through a 13-year-old kids lens. Tap in!

Explicit content: In this episode, I talk about why sometimes I don’t like being a classical pianist due to the delusional sense of perfectionism in the classical world! I also talk about how my Instagram page has been growing, and the interesting conversations that I have with people in the comment section lol

In this episode I talk about the frustrations of having mental blocks, and how to overcome them.

In this episode I discuss how the rapper and the musician are so fundamentally different. I breakdown the Why and How of both perspectives, and give my own opinion on The Musician is better than the Rapper.

In this episode I talk about how so many people feel Canelo Alvarez is ducking David Benavidez for a boxing match because Canelo is demanding 150-200mil. He knows his worth!!! I also explain my journey to knowing my worth.

So, on Monday March 18th I met and played the piano in front of Lenny Kravitz and Gayle King, and wasn’t nervous!!! Tune in!

It’s been sometime that I’ve done a podcast episode. I’m sorry y’all. I’m back. In this episode I update y’all a little bit on my life as well talk about the 3 recitals that I’ve done so far in 2023! I’m also talking about my final recital of the year called “GROWTH” that takes place December 3rd.

I’m this episode I discuss the Six Pillars of the 88 KIP Academy 1. The End Goal 2. The Discipline 3. The Dedication 4. The Delayed Gratification 5. The Practice and 6. The Mastery

In this episode I explain the process I go through when prepping for a concert. Confidence, patience, and more is required! Tap in!

In this episode I discuss the importance of developing the skills you need to have the freedom you want.

In this episode my mom and I discuss our own individual favorite past times of Christmas

In this episode I talk about the importance of fundamentals when it comes to playing piano.

In this episode I talk about my favorite quote from one of my favorite composers. Sergei Rachmaninoff. Music is enough for a lifetime but a lifetime is not enough for music.

In this episode I share my 20 year journey as a black classical pianist from the Bronx NY

What’s up y’all! It’s been a minute. In this episode I talk about how perspective clients wanting to study with me get turned away when they say they don’t want to learn music theory. What’s the point of taking lessons then?

My dad passed on my 33rd bday December 14th 2020. In this episode I talk about the impact my dad had on my life, and how it ties into the movie Soul

Hey world!! Welcome to season 3 Episode 3 of my podcast. Today I talk about my recently released book called “88 Keys of Intellectual Property”. This book consists of 88 different motivational quotes to help people become Better versions of themselves.

In this episode (Explicit Content) I talk about a debate I had on Facebook regarding and ousted Black Principal of the famous LaGuardia Highs School in nyc. I discuss how I had to remind people of how terrible the NYC School system is, and the improv of having more then one option besides School in order to suffice in life. Tap in!

In this episode I discuss the matrix movies, The importance of gold and AI, and unplugging.

I’m this episode I talk about the senseless police killing of Rashaud Brooks. I also talk about the importance of Goldand why it’s ok Portland to start investing.

In this episode I talk about all four of the police charged in the murder of George Floyd. I talk about the elevation of black people. Dominicans in Dykeman fighting off looters. My thoughts and more on that.

In this episode I discuss the death of George Floyd, police brutality, racism, money and power, the looting and riots, and bitch ass trump.

In this episode I discuss the Law of Attraction

Peace and love family! In this episode I’m dropping Gems about this quarantine. COVID-19 has brought out peoples true colors. The media isn’t telling us all the truth, and there’s a lot of injustices against black people. There’s also no unity amongst my people, and it’s really sad and disheartening. I also discuss The future concerning robots and how they will eventually take over. Tap in And enjoy!

In this episode I recorded a convo with my granny of us talking about relationships, and other aspects of her life. Tap in and learn.

In this episode I recorded a convo I had with my granny about how she was a major influence in me playing piano. We talk about the importance of People Before Profit, and why it’s important in life and in business. My granny discuses in detail working as a seamstress as a side job while being a loving wife, mother, and social worker when she was younger. There’s a lot of gems in this episode. Tap in!

In this Episode I have a conversation with one of my piano students about what type of life does he want to live. I then follow up with my own feedbackAnd explain the importance of asking kids what type of life they want to live instead of what they want to be when they grow up. I talk about the importance of financial freedom and why now more than ever ownership is key!

In this episode I discuss the death of Kobe Bryant. How his work ethic was influential on me as a classical musician, and business owner. Also how we can all adapt the Mamba Mentality.

In Episode 4 I share with y’all how I started teaching piano from 25 years old to now 32 years old. I also discuss three of my students that have had a major impact on me as a teacher, man and pianist.

In this episode I discuss my life as a black classical pianist. I discuss my experiences: the good, the bad and the ugly. I talk about how people tried to decode whether I’m black because of my classical background. I talk about how white people (not all) who automatically judged me because I’m black. And more. Stay tuned! (Disclaimer: Some profanity is used in this episode)

In this episode I talk about my journey from 5 years old to my current age 32 years old. The days of church, how figure skating jump started my fuel to learn piano. First time composing, first solo concert. Bonus:(Easter egg in podcast) lets see who can see what it is?

The first podcast is a recap of my 2019 As a piano teacher, classical pianist, Music Producer, and my own personal growth.