Today's guest is Jodi Proznick, award-winning bassist, composer, educator, and Artistic Director of the VSO Jazz Program.

One of Canada's most accomplished jazz musicians, Jodi has built a remarkable career as a performer, bandleader, and advocate for jazz. She is the founder of Rhea Records, an independent label supporting Canadian jazz artists, and the leader of the JUNO-nominated Ostara Project, a groundbreaking ensemble celebrating women and non-binary artists in jazz. Through her work as a musician, mentor, and community builder, she continues to create opportunities for artists while helping shape the future of jazz in Canada.

In this conversation, Jodi reflects on creativity, leadership, mentorship, and the evolving role of artists within the jazz community. We discuss balancing performance, composition, education, and artistic direction, while exploring what it means to build a meaningful and sustainable creative life. It is an inspiring conversation about collaboration, resilience, and creating opportunities for others through music.

As always, Daphne asks Jodi to share her own pearls of wisdom—insights and reflections to inspire listeners on their own creative journeys.

Learn More

Jodi Proznick: https://www.jodiproznick.com/

Rhea Records: https://www.rhearecords.ca/

Ostara Project: https://www.ostaraproject.com/

VSO School of Music Jazz Program: https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/

Like a Pearl Podcast: https://www.daphneroubini.ca/podcast

About Like a Pearl

Like a Pearl is hosted by Daphne Roubini, a jazz vocalist, songwriter, podcaster, and creative entrepreneur originally from London, England, now living in Vancouver, Canada.

Through conversations with artists, musicians, cultural leaders, and other inspiring guests, Like a Pearl explores the experiences, insights, and pearls of wisdom that shape a creative life.

Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or creative—or simply someone looking to live your life more creatively—Like a Pearl offers conversations that inspire curiosity, creativity, dedication, and the motivation to follow your own creative path.

I hope you enjoy the conversation and the pearls of wisdom shared along the way, and find inspiration for living your own life more creatively.

Credits

Host & Producer: Daphne Roubini

Original Artwork: Rich Katynski

Sound Engineering & Editing: Sheldon Zaharko

Theme Music: Instrumental version of There's Always Tomorrow by Daphne Roubini & Black Gardenia, from the album Whisky Scented Kisses.