Songwriters like justtranter and jessesaintjohn discuss the impact of The Music Fellowship.
Songwriters like Justin Tranter and Jesse Saint John discuss the impact of The Music Fellowship, a 10-week program at the L.A. Center.
One of the ways in which The Music Fellowship has reached young members is by providing practical, face-to-face access to working musicians.
“By having successful LGBTQ music professionals work hands on with our members, they are providing a space where youth can feel supported and be open about expressing their identities through music, just like any other artist,” Gutierrez shares. “It’s important for youth to hear the challenges these professionals have faced to make it in the industry and as an LGBTQ+ artist because it gives them a realistic understanding that nothing gets handed to you — no matter how talented you are.
These mentorss act as exemplars for the possibilities ahead of young, queer artists—as well as the importance of visibility and solidarity. Tranter, for example, tellsthat he views it as his responsibility to give back to his community. “I have the privilege of a music education, industry connections, financial freedom and my time,” he says.
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