This is a clip from my upcoming Broadway Drumming 101 conversation with Morgan Parker, currently holding the drum chair for A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.
Morgan dropped a lot of wisdom in this episode, but this part really stood out to me.
One of her mentors told her that you’re going to feel overwhelmed when the phone won’t stop ringing… but you’re also going to feel overwhelmed when the phone doesn’t ring.
That’s the reality of this business.
Morgan also talks about how dangerous it is to compare your path to other people’s careers, especially in the social media era. Some musicians land major gigs quickly. For others, it can take years or even decades. Everybody comes to music in their own time.
What matters is staying prepared, staying humble, keeping your ego in check, and continuing to grow.
Morgan’s career is a great example of that mindset in action. Along with Broadway and Off-Broadway credits, she’s also worked as a stage manager for The New York Pops and performed in everything from theater productions to television performances and concert halls.
Really great conversation. Full episode coming soon on Broadway Drumming 101.
