Jeff Tyzik graduated from the Eastman School of Music with a degree in Bachelor of Music in 1973 and later received a Masters of Music in 1977. He shares how his education at Eastman informed his work ethic throughout his life and the beginnings of his career from teaching to performing on stage. Today he is now the Principal Pops Conductor of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and other orchestras across the USA. He shares how his career has expanded to producing albums and writing music that combines different genres. In this episode he shares the phenomenal power of music that transcends language, political divisions, and connects people from all walks of life.