Art of Playing Bansuri - 1
By Milind Date
What It Really Takes to Succeed as a Solo Performer - with Michael Pereira
By Milind Date ft. Michael Pereira
In this episode, we sit down with Michael Pereira, a seasoned solo performer and entertainer, to unpack what it really takes to build, manage, and sustain a one-man music act. From crafting a reliable live setup and choosing the right gear, to structuring practice routines, managing gigs, and balancing lifestyle with creativity, Michael shares hard-earned insights from the trenches of solo performance.
The conversation goes beyond music to explore mindset, discipline, adaptability, and the behind-the-scenes work that often goes unnoticed on stage. Whether you’re an aspiring solo artist, a working musician looking to streamline your act, or simply curious about life as a one-person show, this episode offers practical tips, honest reflections, and actionable advice on how to thrive as a solo performer in today’s music landscape.
Medium
English, Hindi, Marathi
Difficulty
intermediate
Duration
60 Minutes
Recording
Available
Submitted questions
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About the Artist
Milind Date
Milind Date is a world-renowned Bansuri – Indian Bamboo Flute player, composer, and music producer from India. He has performed more than 3800 performances across the world. He has worked with some of the greatest musicians from India and abroad. Milind has also composed music for many award-winning albums, films and documentaries.
Besides his music, Milind is also known for his photography and writing and poetry. He has won several photography competitions in his earlier days, and prizes in Poetry competitions too. He is an author of a short story collection and a fiction novel. He is a TedX speaker as well. When not producing music or writing, he can be found watching old British Sitcoms with his cat Pinty.
Classes by the Artist
LivDemy Pro
LivDemy is a next generation music learning platform that provides 250 hours of high-quality music lessons from celebrities to help you become an expert in your favorite genres.
There are over 1000+ video lessons available 24/7. You will also be able to attend live session with these celebrities on a regular basis.
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