We recently connected with Casen Alesi and have shared our conversation below.
Casen, so great to have you with us and we want to jump right into a really important question. In recent years, it’s become so clear that we’re living through a time where so many folks are lacking self-confidence and self-esteem. So, we’d love to hear about your journey and how you developed your self-confidence and self-esteem.
Honestly it’s something I still struggle with today. When I first started doing professional gigs and working as a performer my self esteem was so low I would talk down on myself every chance I got. That mindset isn’t right. Overtime I’ve learned how to show confidence while being humble. Yes I am a performer and very blessed to be at the stage where I am in my career, but I’m a life long student and always open to improving myself not only as a performer but as an overall person.
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
I am Casen Alesi, a dedicated and versatile musician with a broad spectrum of expertise across classical, jazz, and contemporary music. As a Principal Timpanist and Percussionist, I have led prestigious orchestras such as the Georgia Youth Symphony, American Honors Youth Orchestra, and the Berlin and Vienna Opera Academy Orchestras. My collaborations with jazz greats like Joe Gransden and ELEW, and my leadership roles in the Cobb County Honors Jazz Band and Macy’s Great American Marching Band, highlight my adaptability and leadership. As a past Artist in Residence at The Chateau d’Orquevaux and through my work with youth ensembles like the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony, I am committed to music education and community engagement. My involvement in musical theater and drum corps, along with curating jazz for conventions like Anime Weekend Atlanta and Dragon Con, reflects my diverse musical contributions and passion for the arts.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Overall probably the need to prioritize myself and my health. If you wanna put that into three sections I would say mentally, physically and emotionally (which can be tied into mentally).
I love to perform, I love to hype up crowds wether it be selling out giant auditoriums and venues to a crowd that can fit in my living room I love to perform for people; it just makes me feel alive. However my love for it can sometimes take away from what’s important, being able to truly enjoy music when I’m mentally one hundred percent.
Over the course of the last year I’ve gotten better at it as I’ve to toggle teaching, school full time and being a performer, and honestly it’s been a very challenging but rewarding process.
How can folks who want to work with you connect?
Anyone who shares the same passion for music and inclusion. I’ve performed with artist ranging from Afrobeat artist performing at fashion shows to even singers at MomoCon, wherever the music goes I’ll follow.
I charge studio sessions by the hour and usually have a set price for live shows and such. I’m flexible in my pricing depending on, length, travel, where, and other factors.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://calesiofficial.wixsite.com/alesi-and-co/about-3
- Instagram: @casenalesioffical
