In the music field, what does it mean to have “Chops”? The term, “Chops”, refers to an artist that has developed great skills over time, whether they're a musician, composer, producer, or other titles associated with the music business. Your host, Scott Grimaldi, is a woodwinds doubler, arranger, composer and music educator. Join Scott as he interviews one musical artist per episode, that he's either performed, recorded or worked with in his career, plus interviews with artists he's always wanted to speak with. Each episode will uncover how each artist developed THEIR chops and more.
On today's episode, Scott interviews Greg Pattillo, an American flutist, recognized worldwide for his signature beatbox flute sound. Since 2007, his solo videos have reached over 100 million views, featuring his arrangements, that span the gamut of musical styles, from Nintendo’s Super Mario Brothers to Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. Greg has been featured on TV shows that include Jay Leno and iCarly, and his music was also featured in the 2017 Lego Ninjago movie, as the beatbox flute music of Master Wu. As a published author of his beatbox flute method books, Mr. Pattillo has taught masterclasses on beatbox flute and improvisation, at numerous higher education institutions, that include The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, and Berklee College of Music. In addition to his solo career, Greg is a founding member of the touring musical ensemble, The Project Trio, that has over 100,000 subscribers on their YouTube channel. This multi-talented beatbox flutist and educator, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: https://www.pattillostyle.com/ (https://www.pattillostyle.com/)
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/gregpattillo (https://www.patreon.com/gregpattillo)
Beatbox Flute Method Books: https://www.flute4u.com/Pattillo-G-Beatbox-Flute-Method-Book.html (https://www.flute4u.com/Pattillo-G-Beatbox-Flute-Method-Book.html)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattillostyle/ (https://www.instagram.com/pattillostyle/)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/pattillostyle (https://twitter.com/pattillostyle)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattillostyle.beatboxflute/ (https://www.facebook.com/pattillostyle.beatboxflute/)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freedomworksfilms (https://www.youtube.com/@freedomworksfilms)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qgTBDlZ968Xb9SdoIA25f (https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qgTBDlZ968Xb9SdoIA25f)
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pattillostyle (https://www.tiktok.com/@pattillostyle)
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- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5 (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5)
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754)
- Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gotchops (https://anchor.fm/gotchops)
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM)
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottgrimaldimusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/scottgrimaldimusic/)
Website: www.grimaldimusic.com (http://www.grimaldimusic.com)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6DKn05Vy0ABShIU37u58vR (https://open.spotify.com/artist/51xdb6UyT7RMLyqsJDrBAs)
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1 Mar 2024
S5 E6: Tori Elliott, Singer/Songwriter for Victoria Victoria
On today's episode, Scott interviews Tori Elliott, an American singer/songwriter/producer, and founder of her North Carolina indie pop band, Victoria Victoria. Tori’s songwriting style has been compared to the likes of Regina Spektor and Carole King, and a number of her songs have been featured on reality tv shows and film. In addition to her own works, Tori has released a number of recordings with her writing partner, the legendary guitarist/producer, Charlie Hunter, including a new collaborative album, to drop in May 2024. Jazz and Beyond Intel said that Tori has a creative vision as a tunesmith, and Rolling Stone Magazine said her band, Victoria Victoria, is a rising act. This multi-talented singer/songwriter/producer, certainly GOT CHOPS!
Follow Victoria Victoria on
Website: https://www.victoriavictoria.org/ (https://www.victoriavictoria.org/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavictoriamusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/victoriavictoriamusic/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoriavictoriamusic (https://www.facebook.com/victoriavictoriamusic)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/victoriavictoriamusic (https://www.youtube.com/c/victoriavictoriamusic)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HCC7kE2A7UW1IGOzajebg?si=tj3W0dSGSBSd1GBT6qogHQ&nd=1&dlsi=4a516efab59f4bb0 (https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HCC7kE2A7UW1IGOzajebg?si=tj3W0dSGSBSd1GBT6qogHQ&nd=1&dlsi=4a516efab59f4bb0)
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavictoriamusic (https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavictoriamusic)
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- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5 (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5)
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754)
- Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gotchops (https://anchor.fm/gotchops)
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM)
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottgrimaldimusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/scottgrimaldimusic/)
Website: www.grimaldimusic.com (http://www.grimaldimusic.com)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6DKn05Vy0ABShIU37u58vR (https://open.spotify.com/artist/51xdb6UyT7RMLyqsJDrBAs)
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15 Dec 2023
S5 E5: Steve Jankowski, Trumpet Player
On today's episode, Scott interviews Steve Jankowski, a touring and freelance trumpet player in the New York City area, currently on tour with Nile Rodgers and Chic. He is one of only three trumpet players to tour with the legendary horn band Chicago, and was a member of Blood, Sweat and Tears for eight years, plus served as their Musical Director during his last six years. Other artists Steve has performed and/or recorded with include KC and the Sunshine Band, Bon Jovi, The Rolling Stones, Donna Summer and Daryl Hall, just to name a few. When not touring, he records, produces, and engineers at his very own Jankland Recording Studio. This multi-talented trumpet player certainly GOT CHOPS!
Follow Steve on
Website: https://www.stevejankowski.com/ (https://www.stevejankowski.com/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjankland/ (https://www.instagram.com/sjankland/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.jankowski.79/ (https://www.facebook.com/steve.jankowski.79/)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SJankland (https://www.youtube.com/@SJankland)
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gotchopspodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/gotchopspodcast/)
Listen to Got Chops Podcast on
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5 (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5)
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754)
- Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gotchops (https://anchor.fm/gotchops)
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM)
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottgrimaldimusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/scottgrimaldimusic/)
Website: www.grimaldimusic.com (http://www.grimaldimusic.com)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6DKn05Vy0ABShIU37u58vR (https://open.spotify.com/artist/51xdb6UyT7RMLyqsJDrBAs)
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