T.L. Mazumdar
Musician/Educator, Founder: Holistic Musician Academy
Indian-German Producer/Singer-Songwriter T.L. Mazumdar grew up on 3 continents and 4 countries.
Mentored by a series of iconic musicians like Kenny Werner, Kai Eckhardt, Dr John Matthias, and the late Gary Barone, his artistic journey has aptly been described by Rolling Stone magazine as one that ‘...personifies multiculturalism’.
Time Out Mumbai has referred to him as ‘’...amongst a handful of Indian (origin) musicians who don't have to play sitars or tablas''
He has been nominated for German Music awards
Bremer Jazzpreis and Future Sounds Jazz Award, and been called ''...a major talent'' by Jack Douglas (Producer: John Lennon, Miles Davis, etc.). .
Freedom, Love and Identity w/ Peter Crone
For over twenty years, Peter Crone (‘’The Mind Architect’’, ‘’Human Ayahuasca’’), has worked with some of the world’s most elite athletes, CEOs, artists, and Hollywood icons, helping them dissolve the mental constructs that c...
From Busyness to Sustainability w/ Sæunn Thorsteinsdóttir
Sæunn happens to be one of the most respected cellists in the world, performing with orchestras like the Los Angeles Philharmonic, BBC Symphony, and Iceland Symphony, and in venues like Carnegie Hall, Barbican, and Suntory Ha...
Where the Music Lives: Bandmates, Cities and the home within w/Corey …
In this episode, I reconnect with guitarist, educator, and fellow Effortless Mastery retreat graduate Corey Congilio—a musician whose presence in the Nashville scene is more than skill; it’s a standard. Corey’s work as a pion...
On the Mat Forever w/ Ryan Hurst
Ryan Hurst returns to Tapasya Loading on the launch of his much-awaited book On The Mat Forever (OTMF), with a conversation that leaves as powerful and deep an imprint as our first 3 years ago. Ryan holds four black belts, a...
Surrender, Mortality and why Sound Remains w/ Rez Abbasi
In his third appearance on Tapasya Loading, guitarist, composer, and educator Rez Abbasi joins T.L. Mazumdar for a conversation that begins with music but doesn’t end there. Born in Karachi and raised in California, NYC-based...
Otherness, Art, and the The Myth of the ‘Professional Musician’ w/ So…
Composer, sarodist, and cultural shapeshifter Soumik Datta joins T.L. Mazumdar for a conversation that goes far beyond the usual talk of craft and career. Born in Mumbai and raised in London, Soumik grew up between cultures, ...
Strings Attached: Love and Music—Sustaining Both w/ Kiran Ahluwalia &…
What does it take to sustain both a marriage and a creative partnership—without one overshadowing the other? In this long-awaited conversation, we sit down with Kiran Ahluwalia & Rez Abbasi, a powerhouse couple who have built...
Balancing Power and Vulnerability As a Performing Artist w/ Johannes…
I’m excited to welcome Johannes Stange, a long-time friend and one of my most cherished collaborators on this episode . Johannes is a rare archetype—a multi-hyphenate artist whose standards of excellence continue to inspire m...
Redefining the Role of a Global South Asian Vocalist w/ Shruti Ramani
Canada-based Indian Jazz Vocalist Shruti Ramani speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
What is Toxic Pedagogy? What Musicians Need to Understand.
Read the blog post here: https://www.tapasyaloading.com/blog/what-is-toxic-pedagogy/ Download my FREE 'Artist Mindmap'. A one-page mini-masterclass for independent musicians. Music and Audio Production: www.everynowheremusic....
Sensitivity vs. Fragility: An Artist's Perspective
The importance of discerning between sensitivity and fragility.
Internalizing Our Haters (Solocast)
How global musicians and artists can overcome toxic criticism and cultural biases.
4-Year Anniversary: A Message for our Listeners
Thoughts on the 4-year anniversary of Tapasya Loading. Download my FREE 'Artist Mindmap'. A one-page mini-masterclass for independent musicians. www.holisticmusicianacademy.com Music and Audio Production: www.everynowheremusi...
Showing up Authentically and Reclaiming Identity in a Multicultural w…
Mental-Health Advocates and TCKs', author Marie Suazo and Musician T.L. Mazumdar riff on showing up authentically in society.
Riding Passion and Unity To Reach the 'Seventh Sky' w/ Jonathan Ihlen…
Spanish-German Bassist, Composer-Producer & Educator talks to T.L. Mazumdar.
Unpacking Performance, the 'Hang', Vulnerability, and Solopreneurship…
Guitarist and Solopreneur Corey Congilio speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Merging Engineering, and Artist Mindsets as a Multi-cultural Multi-hy…
Innovator & Musician Rajesh Mehta Speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Self-care, Self-integration and Self-talk as Musicians w/ Hannah Murr…
Violinist, Educator, and Timani Instructor speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
An American in India: Busting Myths, The Indian Music Industry & Musi…
Boston-bred Vocal Coach Zachary Daniel Ray speaks to T.L. Mazumdar on his life in India
The Anatomy of a Global Third-Generation Indonesian Jazz & Contempora…
Indonesian Guitarist & Producer Nikita Dompas speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Mauritius to London and Finding Your True Artistic Voice Between Isla…
London-based Mauritian SInger/Producer Rouhangeze Baichoo Speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Navigating the Post-Pandemic Aftermath of a Dream Debut at 21 and Res…
Madhura Talluri speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
The Past, Present and Future of German Pop Music w/ Udo Dahmen
Vice President of The German Music Council and Founder of Pop-Akademie Udo Dahmen speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Revisiting the Birth of ’World Music’ and Unpacking its Relevance in …
Iconic British-Asian Singer/Author/Coach Sheila Chandra speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
’Good’, Bad’ and ’Perfect’ Music w/ Jake Sherman
Brooklyn-based Pianist/Singer-Songwriter/Producer/Multi-instrumentalist Jake Sherman speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
Training a Growth Mindset as an Artist and Leadership for Women in an…
Founder of SNS Arts, Shreya Nagarajan Singh talks to T.L. Mazumdar
Creating Great Art and Taking Care of Your Fans w/ Emily White
Amazon #1 best-selling author and podcaster Emily White speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
The Significance of Work Ethic, Loyalty and Consistency as a Musician…
Grammy-Nominated German keyboardist Bastian Voelkel speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
Movements for Musicians, Digital Nomadism, Gracie JiuJitsu, Prayer an…
Steve Maxwell speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Demystifying PR for the Post-Pandemic, Hyphenated, Independent Artist…
NYC-based Founder of Cyber PR and Bestselling Author Ariel Hyatt Speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Balancing Athletic and Musical Lifestyles, the Impact of Travel on Mu…
Drummer And Entrepreneur Camellia Akhamie Kies speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Blurring Lines Between Performing and Teaching, Common Causes of Pian…
Noah Kellman talks to T.L. Mazumdar
Authentic Entrepreneurship for Musicians, Understanding Fear in the M…
Renowned Cellist Saeunn Thorsteinsdottir Speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Studying Traditions authentically and Navigating Multiple Musical Mod…
Pete Lockett speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
'Effortless Mastery' to 'Becoming the Instrument' with Kenny Werner
Iconic Pianist/Composer and Author of 'Effortless Mastery' Kenny Werner speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
Common Threads between Miles Davis, Carlos Santana, Sheila E, The Cr…
Bassist with Miles Davis and Carlos Santana speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Death, Discovery, Legacy, Heartbreak, Being a Misfit and Social Media…
T.L. Mazumdar talks to drummer/producer Jivraj Singh.