Music, Life and the Pursuit of Happiness with Alex Bugnon

Today Carl is joined by Alex Bugnon, a swiss born musician, composer and band leader. He released his first album Love Season in 1989 which received several awards and critical acclaim. He has released ten more widely heralded projects since that debut. He is a regular on the jazz festival touring scene and is always able to get the crowds going.In this episode Alex shares his musical influences, how he describes music, his process for creating music and much more. In “Bout it or Doubt it”, hear Alex’ thoughts about Art Collecting and Gardening. Tune in to this episode and hear his music - Okra, Scirocco and Southern Living.Episode Highlights:01:24 - When I started it was new and so unexpected because my career choice was to be a songwriter and a producer. I was on the road with Najee when his record company asked me if I wanted to record an album.08:43 - I kept that rhythm in my mind and I came up with something new, so you will never know where it is coming from, most of it is very organic and they come from the romantic part of myself.20:09 - I love the way he spent his days. He was so regimented and I love that. First thing in the morning he was listening to music and then he rehearsed then more practice more listening and I love that and I was like, this is what I want to do.44:00  - I was not serious enough and sometimes I regret that, I was not serious enough in school. Whatever you choose, do it all the way.ContactFresh Coast Jazz FestivalConnect with AlexWebsite