Nashville Drummers Podcast

Daniel Kozlowski: The Language of Music | Building a Home Studio, Incremental Progress & Why You Need a Mood Board

February 20, 2023 Dan Ainspan / Nathan Sletner Season 1 Episode 26
Daniel Kozlowski: The Language of Music | Building a Home Studio, Incremental Progress & Why You Need a Mood Board
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Daniel Kozlowski: The Language of Music | Building a Home Studio, Incremental Progress & Why You Need a Mood Board
Feb 20, 2023 Season 1 Episode 26
Dan Ainspan / Nathan Sletner

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Originally from Los Angeles, CA, Daniel Kozlowski holds degrees in Percussion Performance and Music Theory, both of which continue to serve him greatly as a sought-after live and session drummer in Nashville, TN. In this episode, we discuss his move from touring to session drumming, why music education is so important, and how incremental steps toward progress can be so powerful. We hope you enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Music Lab Nashville
https://nashville.musiclab.co

Connect with Daniel:
Website: https://www.danielkozlow.ski
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkozlowski

Music Featured in this Episode:
Maggie Baugh - 'Drinking To The Broken Hearts'
Isabella Rose - 'more than friends'
David Unlayao - 'Front Row Seat'


About Daniel:
Originally from Los Angeles, California, Daniel Kozlowski graduated magna cum laude from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, studying Percussion Performance under Chris Norton and Music Theory under Richard Hoffman. He earned his Master's degree at The Ohio State University, studying Percussion Performance under Dr. Susan Powell and Mr. Joseph Krygier and serving as a Teaching Assistant in Music Theory.

While working in Nashville, Dan’s collaborative efforts with wonderful artists and organizations include Jordan Rowe, Austin Burke, Haley and Michaels, Kalsey Kulyk, Eric Dodd, Canaan Cox, Studio Tenn, Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nashville Ballet, and Chatterbird New Music Ensemble. 

These days, he is working on sessions and showcases with some touring here and there while teaching Music Theory and Aural Skills at Belmont University. He maintains an active home studio on the west side of Nashville. 

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Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan Sletner
Recorded January 2023 in Nashville, TN

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Recorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TN
Podcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART

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Originally from Los Angeles, CA, Daniel Kozlowski holds degrees in Percussion Performance and Music Theory, both of which continue to serve him greatly as a sought-after live and session drummer in Nashville, TN. In this episode, we discuss his move from touring to session drumming, why music education is so important, and how incremental steps toward progress can be so powerful. We hope you enjoy!

This episode is sponsored by Music Lab Nashville
https://nashville.musiclab.co

Connect with Daniel:
Website: https://www.danielkozlow.ski
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkozlowski

Music Featured in this Episode:
Maggie Baugh - 'Drinking To The Broken Hearts'
Isabella Rose - 'more than friends'
David Unlayao - 'Front Row Seat'


About Daniel:
Originally from Los Angeles, California, Daniel Kozlowski graduated magna cum laude from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, studying Percussion Performance under Chris Norton and Music Theory under Richard Hoffman. He earned his Master's degree at The Ohio State University, studying Percussion Performance under Dr. Susan Powell and Mr. Joseph Krygier and serving as a Teaching Assistant in Music Theory.

While working in Nashville, Dan’s collaborative efforts with wonderful artists and organizations include Jordan Rowe, Austin Burke, Haley and Michaels, Kalsey Kulyk, Eric Dodd, Canaan Cox, Studio Tenn, Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Children’s Theatre, Nashville Ballet, and Chatterbird New Music Ensemble. 

These days, he is working on sessions and showcases with some touring here and there while teaching Music Theory and Aural Skills at Belmont University. He maintains an active home studio on the west side of Nashville. 

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Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan Sletner
Recorded January 2023 in Nashville, TN

Connect with us:
Website
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
Facebook

Recorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TN
Podcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART

ⓒ 2024 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

Intro
Drinking Mead, Networking
Dan's Classical Background, Move to Nashville
Shared Language of Music
Touring w/ Jordan Rowe, Austin Burke
Sub Gig w/ Maggie Baugh
Charts, Preparing for the Gig
Practicing Away from the Kit
Building a Home Studio, Reinventing Your Brand
Music Lab Nashville (Sponsor)
Single Steps to Success, Progress
Improving Weaknesses, Creating a Safe Space
Transitioning from Touring to Studio Drumming
Social Media, Quality vs Quantity
Dan's Influences
Abe Laboriel Jr. / A Thousand Miles
Drumming for Today's Modern Music
Create a Mood Board for 2023
Drums & Audio Gear
Dan's Food Spots in Nashville
Wrap-up
Outro