Millicent Stephenson

Millicent Stephenson is a multi award-winning saxophonist with features on TV, Radio, Journals, Books & Blogs. She is a mentor of female musicians, and podcaster of ‘Success Beyond The Score’. She produces and directs her ‘Not Just Jazz’ show, which showcases her original material and favourite iconic Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Reggae and Soul covers to her fans.

Her music is described as ‘sets the tone’, 'beautifully ambient', 'soothing', 'uplifting' and ‘just right for the occasion’

Millicent’s clients include Edrington; Bompas & Parr, British Airways; Porsche Cars; Birmingham 2022 Festival; & BBC Songs of Praise.

Her international work includes performances in Cannes, France; Kolin, Czech Republic; ‘Sax Interpretations’ online, USA. Her article ‘The menopausal musician’ is curated in the Menstruation project, Berlin, Germany. Radio features include Millissa Jayne Show, Miami; A-spire magazine, Dallas USA; The Women of Substance Radio podcast, California. Gospel Infusion, New York. Millicent’s version of ‘Take Me To The King’ in general rotation on KickFM Radio an international syndicated Radio Station with 6 million listeners.

Millicent is an Endorser for Harry Hartmann Fiberreeds.

Abigail Kelly Operatic Soprano Success Beyond The Score Podcast

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What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Opera’? For me I think of strong singing voices, acting, dancing, costumes, a story in a language I do not understand and a large and full auditorium. I’ve never really thought about what it takes to be an opera singer so I was elated when Abigail Kelly, who is an international operatic soprano, accepted my invitation to be a Guest on my podcast ‘Success Beyond The Score’. Hear about her journey, why she chose Opera and not Pop and her lows and successes during lockdown.

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Recently my Guest Blog ‘The Journey Of A Menopausal Musician’ for the Musicians Union caught the attention of Jemma Tanswell, the Director of Reform Radio Station in Manchester. Jemma invited me to be a Guest on their Round Table discussion for International Women’s Day via Zoom.

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I’m super excited to tell you that my Podcast ‘Success Beyond The Score’ has returned for a second season. It’s a little different this time. Find out how but watching my short intro video.

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Just going through my feed and found this great, inspiring video of the Lion King ‘Circle of Life’, and ‘He Lives In You’ by the United States Navy. I thought it was a good way to kickstart the week!

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I have deliberately delayed writing this post because I needed time to reflect on my position on this. It’s Painful. Black Lives Matter, so where do I stand?

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Sax cover video of ‘I Will Run To You’ which is the Alvin Slaughter arrangement of Darlene Zschech (Hillsong) song.

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