025 - The Power of Music with Jose Prieto
Accelerate Access Episode 025 - The Power of Music with Jose Prieto, 2018 Nyah Project Fellow
Welcome to the next episode of Accelerate Access: The Podcast! We share stories of how access to opportunity changes lives. Hosted by Nyah Project founder, Leigh-Ann Buchanan, the podcast provides an inside look into the transformational journeys of our Nyah Fellows as they navigate college, careers, and personal growth as young leaders in the community.
Jose Prieto, 2018 Nyah Fellow and University of Miami alum, sits down with Leigh-Ann to discuss his lifelong journey to becoming a musician and educator in Palo Alto, CA; how moving out (and across the country) helped his relationship with his parents; and his Nyah Project fellowship experience in Ghana with Dr. Senyo Adjibolosoo. Also find out how he defines community and how he’s shaping the future, plus more!
"Music really is a great way to see leaders in action." - Jose Prieto
They also chat about:
Growing up first generation Cuban-American in the city of progress, Hialeah, Florida
Mental health awareness in the Hispanic community
The benefits of Access coaching in a small group setting
The most rewarding part of his job as a music educator
How his first band director, Vicky Orozco, inspired his career path
How he’s helping younger generations build a better future
The power of journaling and reflection
Listen on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeart Radio | Amazon Music
