Q&A: Jessica Lynn on Nepali music, artistic ambition and making a living from music
Summary
American country musician Jessica Lynn visited Nepal under the US Embassy’s Arts & Music Envoy Program, performing with local artists and leading workshops on songwriting, copyright, and the music business. She praised Nepali talent, reflected on working with sarangi player Kiran Nepali, and stressed that musicians need business skills to build sustainable careers.
Key Points
- Jessica Lynn was in Nepal for the US Embassy Nepal’s Arts & Music Envoy Program, where she collaborated with Nepali musicians and led workshops on songwriting, copyright, and the business of music.
- She said Nepali musicians impressed her with their talent and highlighted her work with sarangi player Kiran Nepali.
- Lynn emphasized that musicians must understand business, royalties, social media, and partnerships to make a living from music.
- She warned young artists to be cautious of bad deals and to trust their instincts when working with agents and companies.
