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Success on your own terms
A new approach to building a classical music career
Tired of pursuing the impossible?
It's time to claim personal and artistic fulfillment on your own terms.
At The Empowered Musician, find your own unique path in the classical music industry—without sacrificing emotional or financial wellbeing.
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Practical guidance for classical musicians of all levels
No shame and no shoulds
Break free from the traditional “shoulds” and forge your own authentic path in music
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Helping classical musicians reclaim their power
A leading voice for change in the classical music industry, Dana Lynne Varga is a clinician, lecturer, and speaker. She's on a mission to transform the traditional classical music career.
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