In this soul-stirring episode of Experience Over Expectation, host Mary McCorvey is joined by acclaimed classical guitarist Jonathan Taylor, whose career spans decades, continents, and more than 300 recorded tracks—a musical output that rivals The Beatles in volume and surpasses many in-depth.
From being raised by two powerful women—his vaudevillian grandmother and beloved mother—to studying under legends like Pepe Romero and Frederick Noad, Jonathan's path to becoming a virtuoso is equal parts grit, genius, and grace.
In this conversation, Jonathan shares:
🎼 His journey from childhood ukulele plucking to world-class classical guitar
🎼 Why discipline, not just talent, is the foundation of mastery
🎼 The invisible bond between artist and audience—and why live performance is sacred
🎼 A powerful story of a man whose life was saved by a single concert
🎼 Reflections on AI, authenticity, and the future of creativity
🎼 What Saturn's rings can teach us about the nature of sound and harmony
With wit, wisdom, and unapologetic candor, Jonathan offers more than just a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an artist. He offers a meditation on purpose, resilience, and the finite heartbeats we’re given to create something beautiful.
“You have to show people your heart. Not your perfection. Your heart.”
Links & Resources:
Follow Mary: marymccorvey.substack.com
Discover Jonathan’s work: Search “Jonathan Taylor” on Spotify and Apple Music or download his app on the App Store.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChJvadwu2bYXvzX6cs9MshA
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jtclassicalguitarmastery/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-taylor-classical-guitar/
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