In the debut episode of Life as a Band Leader, Angela O’Neill sits down with acclaimed composer, arranger, and trumpet player Elliot Deutsch to talk about the real journey behind leading a band — from creative vision to chaos, gigs to growth.

Elliot shares how he built his own big band, the lessons learned along the way, and what it really takes to balance music, leadership, and passion in today’s jazz world.

If you’re a musician, band leader, or music lover, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughs, the brains behind the music, and insider stories from the stage and studio.

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