Positive Music

Real Conversations:  The Meaning Behind the Music with Claudia Carawan Hello Friends: I was recently interviewed for a podcast called Real Conversations:  The Meaning Behind the Music with Claudia Carawan, Episode 22  The hosts Jeanne Kataoka & Al Yankee have passionately recorded interviews with many new thought songwriters (Rickie Byars, Karen Drucker, Eddie Watkins, Jr., …

Dominion Jazz Cafe January 2021 Performance January, 2021 my band Claudia Carawan & Friends performed a lively jazz set at the Virginia Museum for the Dominion Jazz Cafe. This one-hour concert showcased my fabulous band performing a variety of jazz styles. I invite you to pour yourself a beverage, relax and click to enjoy the…

As You Believe Dear Friends: The year 2020 has been a year of great change for me. Interestingly, it has also been a time of creative growth. I find myself discovering new ways to teach and new ways to connect with others. I also find myself writing new songs. During this era of social distancing,…

The Healing Power of Music “Music has real health benefits. It boosts dopamine, lowers cortisol and it makes us feel great. Your brain is better on music.” – Alex Doman From an early age I was attracted to music.  It had a powerful pull on me.  After my first public performance I put away other…