Infinity Q and A: Jeff Erickson

"Infinity Q & A" is a regular, recurring series featuring various staff members and Instructors at Infinity Visual and Performing Arts. Today we feature Jeff Erickson, local musician and Facilities Director of the Reg Lenna Civic Center.

Interior of the Reg Lenna Civic Center

How do you feel about Infinity moving its showcase back to the Reg Lenna for this year's showcase?

We here at the Reg are thrilled to have the showcase back. It is a great thing to have all of the Infinity students rockin the theater!


What's the most important thing that Infinity students can learn from performing in a show of this size?

Students should use the opportunity at the Reg to see how a professional venue runs a concert. It can be a lot of work to put on a show and I imagine some of the students don't realize that. They should watch what the crew is doing and feel free to ask questions.


As a professional musician, what advice can you offer to Infinity students who aspire to take their music to the next level?

Well, I guess the main thing is to not give up and work hard. I have been playing music for 20 years and did not make any money at it for 12 of those years. It is important to get out there and be visible, play a lot. Meet as many people as you can because you really never know who might be able to help you out. Also, don't forget to have fun because that is very important to your audience. If they see you really digging in and having fun they will notice you.


-Stephanie Rogers

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