Antonio Fernandez
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Hey There! Music has played an integral role throughout my life and is my constant study and practice.
A decade ago, I made the exhilarating, yet challenging decision to leave college a month early of graduation to pursue my dreams, beatboxing and singing at Disney World. Since that leap of faith, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to tour with Disney, I’ve appeared on several international TV & radio programs, and performed on world-resounded stages.
I’m honored to share my insight and help you achieve your dreams in music and beyond.
Antonio’s Career Stories
In layperson terms, what do you actually do at work?
I get paid to do what I love! At Disney World and around the actual world I sing and beatbox in the live a cappella world. Additionally I’ve converted a room in my home into a home recording music studio, to create music from home for artists, corporations, and additional clients.
What is the one piece of career advice you wish someone gave you when you were younger?
FIND Y0UR WHY. Clearly identifying the reason WHY you’re pursuing what you are will be the motivator you need to keep you disciplined, consistent, and persistent and achieving your biggest goals and dreams.
How did you pick your career? Did you know all along?
I’ve always known music has been my main passion. I had no idea how to turn that into a career and fully understand it’s continually evolving
When you were a student, did you do anything outside of school to build skills or get knowledge that has helped your career?
Honestly, I would beatbox almost every day on my own not knowing I would turn it into a career… But that daily practice has definitely paid off.
What is the biggest challenge you had to overcome to get to where you are now professionally? How did you overcome it?
Perspective is everything. My mindset has gotten in the way and blocked me from my highest potential far too many times… And I feel as though most people sadly don’t live up to their highest potential because of the thoughts they hold in their mind about themselves. On my journey I’ve discovered more and more the importance of simply believing in yourself and as a daily practice having patience and grace for where I am today, and allowing my mindset to push me towards my dreams, rather then hold me back from my potential.