Episode 18: Safe Spaces in the Music World

On this episode I sat down with Lee Koonce President & Artistic Director of Gateways Music Festival. We talk about his journey from permonance to art administration. We also talk about safe spaces for people of African descent in music and other places, as well as a host of other topics.

 

 

Outline for interview:

Intro - Welcome to Podcast

Background

- How we know each other

- Lee's professional background

• Lee's Background

Main interview topics:

- How you got into the world of the arts

- Why not just do the performance side

- Tips for others interested in this field

- What is the Gateways Music Festival & why is it so important

• https://gatewaysmusicfestival.org/

- Other hot topics

- Comments of why diversity, equity and inclusion are important in the fine arts

• Gateways Philosophical Statement

Outro

Lee to plug any upcoming events/ projects/website/social media

• https://gatewaysmusicfestival.org/
• Donate to Gateways

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com/