From Symphony to Sky: Nathanial Ramsey's Journey from Violinist to Pilot

The Art Of Imperfect Adulting

In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone is joined by guest Nathanial Ramsey to discuss the adventurous journey of switching careers from a professional violinist to an accomplished pilot and flight instructor. They explore the similarities between the two professions, the motivations behind his career change, and how he balances life as a parent with a unique job.

Nathanial Ramsey is a former professional violinist turned pilot and flight instructor. Ramsey is a passionate leader and educator who believes that meaningful change happens through collaboration and innovation. His journey — from reviving music programs for hundreds of students to leading transformative growth in aviation education — is a testament to his ability to inspire progress in any field. With a proven track record of turning challenges into opportunities, Nathanial helps organizations achieve growth and sustainability by creating systems that work and empowering the people behind them.

Main Topics Covered:

• Nathanial's transition from a career as a professional musician with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra to becoming a pilot and flight instructor.
• The process of obtaining flight certifications and the dedication required.
• The similarities in discipline and structure between musicianship and aviation.
• The challenges and motivations behind such a significant career change.
• Insights into how Nathanial balances professional aspirations and parenting.

Quote from the Episode:

"A pilot and a classically trained musician are basically the same person if you were to break them down to their core components."

Timestamps:

• [00:00:03] Introduction and guest welcome.
• [00:00:45] personal background and interests.
• [00:01:23] Discussion on balancing parenthood with professional commitments.
• [00:02:06] Nathanial talks about his career as a violinist with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
• [00:04:22] Nathanial begins explaining his career change to aviation.
• [00:06:42] Flight training process and considerations.
• [00:13:31] Comparisons between the disciplines required in music and aviation.
• [00:18:49] Nathanial reflects on the motivations behind his career change.
• [00:24:55] Advice for younger self and reflections on career paths.
• [00:29:31] Rapid fire questions about personal preferences and fears.

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