Nicole Zuraitis: Jazz Maestro and Grammy Winner

Nicole Zuraitis: Practice, Visualization and Grit to Grammy Wins - An Inspiring Journey

In this special episode, Dian Griesel interviews Nicole Zuraitis, an accomplished American jazz vocalist, pianist, composer, arranger, and 2024 Grammy winner for Best Vocal Jazz Album. Nicole shares her inspiring journey from setting her mind to winning a Grammy to achieving this monumental goal. With candid stories and valuable insights, Nicole discusses the power of visualization, the challenges she faced, and the grit required to succeed in the music industry. Despite the silence from certain quarters, Nicole stands as a testament to hard work and determination. This episode is a treasure trove of inspiration for anyone aiming to achieve their dreams.

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Show Run: 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:26 Nicole Zuraitis' Grammy Journey

02:42 The Power of Visualization

03:09 Overcoming Rejection and Finding Success

03:57 Paid to Practice: The Red Eye Grill Experience

07:34 Embracing Jazz and Early Musical Influences

09:44 First Songs and Early Career Challenges

10:54 Building Confidence and Self-Worth

14:13 The Long Road to Success

25:29 Competitions and External Validation

26:57 Activism Through Art

27:12 Diverse Musical Journey

27:32 Breakthrough at Birdland

31:50 Grammy Nomination and Recognition

32:50 Facing Industry Challenges

38:41 Creating a New Lane in Jazz

40:30 Overcoming Jealousy and Building Community

48:23 Future Projects and Vision

50:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts