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Realised natural talent in music during university.
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Music was about expression, not judgment.
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Collaboration with others brings magic in art.
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Enthusiasm, honesty, and trust solve business problems.
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Clear instructions build trust and improve relationships.
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Authenticity in creativity is essential for success.
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Hosts: Cec Busby and Adam Bub
Guest: Astrid Jorgensen
Audio Production: Morgan Sebastian Brown for Pinstripe Media

Raise a glass to Pub Choir: Astrid Jorgensen’s singalong sensation

‘Am I the CEO?’ Astrid Jorgensen asked herself while wrapping her head around the idea that maybe her wildly popular Pub Choir was indeed a business. But when you attract fans like Mariah Carey, KISS and The Cranberries, you’re onto something.

Over the past 7 years, Pub Choir has become a global phenomenon that brings thousands of people together to learn the harmonies of a song in the most non-judgemental way.

Astrid is the centre of the Pub Choir universe – it cannot exist without her powerful energy and her unique ‘musical thinking’, as we learn on this episode of First Act.

We go behind-the-scenes with Astrid on her path from high school teacher to a choral conductor, composer and performer who’s taught more than 300,000 people to sing.

Head to pubchoir.com.au for more.

Key topics

Introduction to Astrid Jorgensen and Pub Choir

  • Astrid Jorgensen founded Pub Choir to connect people through singing
  • Pub Choir’s growth and reach across Australia, the UK, Ireland, the US, and New Zealand
  • The concept and format of Pub Choir events

Musical journey

  • Early exposure to music and prioritisation of development by her family
  • Pursuing singing at university and discovering her musical strengths
  • Identifying experiences as a vocal and high school teacher that impacted her career path

Entrepreneurial growth and business challenges

  • Astrid Jorgensen’s personal growth as a business owner and CEO
  • Importance of seeking help from trustworthy individuals to solve business problems
  • Transitioning Pub Choir into a business and the associated challenges
  • Behind-the-scenes growth and learning in management and leadership

The magic of Pub Choir

  • Unique sense of confidence and fulfillment in sharing and contributing to music
  • Overcoming the judgment associated with traditional music education
  • Positive interactions with well-known musicians and the magic of collaboration

Future plans

  • Astrid Jorgensen’s experience of performing on stage and the shared optimistic energy
  • Emphasis on the importance of authenticity and individual expression in creative entrepreneurship

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