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1. Most people do not use music correctly
2. The global mental health crisis continues to escalate
3. Motivation and resilience are steadily declining
4. Creativity is fading
The Problem Is...
THE SOLUTION:
Shaun Barrowes'
"Da Vinci Approach"
Musical Keynote Experience
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Your Students Will Learn How To:
1. Harness the power of music to build solid foundations for mental and emotional health
2. Discover and develop an abundant source of motivation
3. Become the creative geniuses they were born to be for breakthrough innovation, competitive problem-solving, and resilience​
"The average teen spends 4-5 hrs/day on social media, and over 9 hrs/day on screens. By empowering them to become creative geniuses again, they can learn to solve this problem for themselves!"
3 Steps to Relight the Creative Fire
Time and again, the three-step method I've dubbed the "Da Vinci Approach" has proven to be my secret weapon. More than just a strategy, it's a transformative experience that makes us competitive in innovation, resilience, and problem-solving, allowing us to reach goals and solutions that were once thought not possible. This approach has helped me solve the unsolvable, achieve the unachievable, and dream again.
The Power Playlist
All this talk of Power Playlists raises the question: how do we curate our own? This takes time, experimentation, and exploration. If you don't already know what your inspirational tools are, the best approach is to try them all out. I've listed TEN of my favorites here, but there are a myriad of other creative outlets and inspirational tools you can explore. Ask your friends and family what inspires them. Comb through your past and reflect on what has previously helped you overcome challenges. Test different outlets one by one until you find one that speaks to you. Remember, crafting the perfect playlist is a journey that may take years, adapting as we grow and enter new life stages. That’s perfectly fine. Embrace the process and savor the journey of discovery.
Master of 17
We've all heard the saying, "Jack of all trades, master of none." While I agree we can't master ALL trades, I disagree with the overall sentiment. If it takes 10,000 hours to become a master at something, we can master 17 skills or trades in our lifetimes and still retire at 72. People often tell you to "stay in your lane." Well, what if your "lane" is a 17-lane freeway? Maybe my lane includes being a pianist, singer, composer, author, speaker, chef, soccer player, comedian, and more. Who says we can't be" I say we should.
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Shaun's Bestselling Musical Fantasy Series:
What Schools Are Saying
Steven Fisher -
Vice Principal
Lakeridge Jr High
"...Shaun was engaging from start to finish! He quickly captured our students' interest with his musical talent and held their engagement throughout with his story of perseverance and resilience. I must have asked 100 plus students after the event how they liked it and it was overwhelmingly positive!"
Thane Hutchinson
Vice Principal
Mount Logan Middle
"Shaun utilizes his abilities to bring the message straight to the students and staff in a way that kept everyone engaged and focused the entire duration of the assembly. We would highly recommend Shaun! We want him to come back to our school again soon."
Bryson Gray
Choir Teacher
Spanish Fork High
"Shaun's assembly with Spanish Fork High School music students was AWESOME! The students were totally engaged and invested the entire time. His energy is infectious and he inspired our students. We loved having him here!"
Choose Your Keynote Topic
Don't Stay in Your Lane
(Student Leadership)
Unleash your inner Da Vinci and discover the transformative power of creativity in leadership. This session will empower students to tackle change with innovation and solve problems boldly. Learn to navigate the challenges of modern technology and the dynamic world with confidence and strategies that inspire. Step out of your lane, chart new paths, and lead others to do the same.​
Learning Objectives
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As a result of this program, audiences will be able to:
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1. Unlock their creative potential, giving them the ammunition to excel at innovation, resilience, conflict resolution, and leadership.
2. Visualize a world of options and possibilities for unique solutions, original ideas, advanced strategies, and paradigm shifts.
3. Create actionable goals to make a lasting difference.
4. Take their plans and realize them without hesitation, charging into the unknown to explore new horizons and conquer new challenges.
5. Create habits for competitive problem-solving and innovation, solving today's and tomorrow's problems.
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Student Leadership
The Power Playlist
(Mental Health)
Music is more than just a soundtrack—it's a lifeline. In this session, Shaun shows students how to harness the therapeutic power of music and other creative outlets to build emotional resilience and mental well-being. With practical and straightforward steps, learn to curate a playlist that fuels your spirit, soothes your mind, and helps you tackle life’s ups and downs with grace and strength.
Learning Objectives
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As a result of this program, audiences will be able to:
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1. Learn how to find and harness creative outlets to help them better manage their emotional and mental health challenges.
2. Curate a Power Playlist of creative outlets to attain mental and emotional balance for enhanced well-being.
3. Learn how to harness their creativity to innovate their own solutions.
4. Build self-confidence, empowering them to confidently navigate the challenges of the world and make a meaningful impact.
5. Leave with straightforward and effective steps to improve their mental and emotional health.
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The Power of the Blank Page
(Career Prep)
Your imagination is your greatest tool in shaping the future. Learn to merge creativity with expertise to craft breakthrough solutions, thrive as a problem solver, and stand out in any industry. In this session, discover how to lead with originality in an era defined by AI, robotics, and rapid technological change. Embrace the blank page—it’s where your boldest ideas are born.
Learning Objectives
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As a result of this program, audiences will be able to:
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1. Learn how to harness the true power of creativity to become competitive problem solvers and innovators.
2. Develop habits that will help them overcome challenges and setbacks.
3. Confront their heavy emotions to restore their foundations of balance, allowing them to take charge of their life and careers.
4. Learn how to explore new and unique solutions, paradigm shifts, and possible outcomes to create the best opportunities.
5. Relight their creative fire to become creative geniuses again
6. Become the Master of 17, building out a complex mega freeway rather than "staying in their lane."
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About Shaun Barrowes
Award-Winning, Bestselling YA Fantasy Author
Emmy-Nominated Composer for his song, "Army of Kings"
Top 30 Contestant on
American Idol, Season 7
Performer with Bands/Artists including: Janelle Monae
Imagine Dragons
Lindsey Stirling
Songwriter for Jackie Chan and his Green Heroes tour
Songwriter, Music Producer, and Video Co-Producer for "Being Awesome", with almost 430 Million Views on YouTube
Singer and Songwriter for the theme song "Light of the Day/Dark of the Night" for Shadow Complex by Epic Games, the makers of Fortnite.
Winner of $30,000 Songwriting contest, Slice the Pie
