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"With the Power Playlist, Power of Almost, and Power of the Blank Page, we can become the creative geniuses we were born to be."
Emmy-nominated artist and former American Idol Top Contestant, Shaun Barrowes is the musical keynote speaker for today’s audiences. With his one-of-a-kind "Stories from the Piano," he is a captivating blend of Speaker, Entertainer, and Storyteller. Every year, Shaun travels the globe performing for hundreds of organizations with his tailored keynotes that bring down the house. He’s also the no-stress speaker clients love to work with.
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“There are few like Shaun who have both the infectious enthusiasm for his work and the skills and knowledge to make his goals a reality.”
Nate Keller, President of the Utah Valley Symphony
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"His Da Vinci Approach is one of the best things I've ever seen--the Power of the Blank Page. Whether you're in education, associations, a corporation, bring in Shaun Barrowes. He'll entertain you, he'll engage you, and he'll inspire your mind."
Jason Hewlett, Hall-of-Fame Speaker​​
1. We aren't using music correctly
2. Global mental health crisis
3. Lack of Motivation
4. Decline in Creativity
The Problem Is...
THE SOLUTION:
Shaun Barrowes'
"Da Vinci Approach"
Musical Keynote Experience
Your Audience Will Learn How To:
1. Harness the power of music to build solid foundations for mental and emotional strength
2. Discover an endless supply of motivation
3. Develop habits and strategies to become more resilient
4. Become the creative geniuses they were born to be​
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"At age 5, 98% of us are creative geniuses. As adults, only 2% of us are. With the Da Vinci Approach, we can reverse this and rekindle our creative genius."
3 Steps to Relight the Creative Fire
Time and again, the three-step method I've dubbed the "Da Vinci Approach" has proven to be my secret weapon. More than just a strategy, it's a transformative experience that makes us competitive in innovation, resilience, and problem-solving, allowing us to reach goals and solutions that were once thought not possible. This approach has helped me solve the unsolvable, achieve the unachievable, and dream again.
The Power Playlist
All this talk of Power Playlists raises the question: how do we curate our own? This takes time, experimentation, and exploration. If you don't already know what your inspirational tools are, the best approach is to try them all out. I've listed TEN of my favorites here, but there are a myriad of other creative outlets and inspirational tools you can explore. Ask your friends and family what inspires them. Comb through your past and reflect on what has previously helped you overcome challenges. Test different outlets one by one until you find one that speaks to you. Remember, crafting the perfect playlist is a journey that may take years, adapting as we grow and enter new life stages. That’s perfectly fine. Embrace the process and savor the journey of discovery.
Master of 17
Don't Stay in Your Lane. We've all heard the saying, "Jack of all trades, master of none." While I agree we can't master ALL trades, I disagree with the overall sentiment. If it takes 10,000 hours to become a master at something, we can master 17 skills or trades in our lifetimes and still retire at 72. People often tell you to "stay in your lane." Well, what if your "lane" is a 17-lane freeway? Maybe my lane includes being a pianist, singer, composer, author, speaker, chef, soccer player, comedian, and more. Who says we can't be" I say we should.
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Shaun's Bestselling Musical Fantasy Series:
What People Are Saying
About Shaun Barrowes
Award-Winning, Bestselling YA Fantasy Author
Emmy-Nominated Composer for his song, "Army of Kings"
Top 30 Contestant on
American Idol, Season 7
Performer with Bands/Artists including: Janelle Monae
Imagine Dragons
Lindsey Stirling
Songwriter for Jackie Chan and his Green Heroes tour
Songwriter, Music Producer, and Video Co-Producer for "Being Awesome", with almost 430 Million Views on YouTube
Singer and Songwriter for the theme song "Light of the Day/Dark of the Night" for Shadow Complex by Epic Games, the makers of Fortnite.
Winner of $30,000 Songwriting contest, Slice the Pie
