What happens when one love of music turns into three bands, 21 musicians, and a whole lot of schedules to keep straight?

This episode is a little different from our usual band conversations.

Sarah “Tuni” joins us alongside fellow musicians Sarah Mies and Alex Santoni for a fun, candid conversation about being part of the Minnesota music scene from three very different perspectives.

Sarah is involved with Revved Up, The VGees, and Femm Electric, so we get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build and manage multiple projects while keeping the music fun, navigating busy schedules, and bringing the right people together.

We talk about finding your way into the local music scene, the nerves that come with stepping into a new band or open jam, the importance of community, balancing music with day jobs and family, and what happens when someone tells you that you can't do something.

And of course, we have to give a special shoutout to Pete Johnson, drummer for The VGees, who Sarah realized afterward deserved a mention too.

In this episode, we talked about:

• 🎸 Being part of three very different bands and musical projects
• 🎶 The stories and personalities behind Revved Up, The VGees, and Femm Electric
• 📅 The reality of coordinating 21+ musicians, schedules, gigs, and rehearsals
• 💪 Pushing past doubt, especially when people tell you something can't be done
• 🤝 Finding community through open jams and getting involved in the local music scene
• 🎤 What it's like for newer musicians to find their place in a band
• 👗 Creating unique personalities, styles, and identities for each group
• ❤️ Why the people, fans, and community around a band are such a huge part of the journey

From three bands to 21 musicians, this conversation is a look at the people, personalities, and community behind the music.

If you're part of the Minnesota music scene—or know someone with a story worth sharing—we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to us and let's shine a spotlight on the artists, bands, venues, and creators that make Minnesota music special.

The Minnesota Music Note is always looking for the next great guest!

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