S2 E4 | Carmen Marquez | Los Angeles, CA | Music and Community Arts

In this episode, Carmen Márquez, the Director of Programs and Education for Harmony Project in Los Angeles, CA, shares her journey in music and the impact of her Mexican cultural heritage. She faced challenges and discrimination in the classical music world but persevered and achieved personal growth through formal training and mentorship. In this episode, Carmen shares her experiences and challenges as a person of color in the classical music industry. She discusses the hierarchy and barriers faced by people of color in classical music and how it led her to pursue administrative roles. Carmen talks about her role in developing talent and elevating expectations within the Harmony Project. She also reflects on her participation in the Sphinx LEAD program and the importance of being a voice for her community. Carmen discusses the loneliness of lead ...