Redefine ''making it''.
Own your music career.
With clarity, confidence, and control.
C.I.A.R.
The Complete Independent Artist Roadmap.
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Are you as lost as most musicians are 👇?
❌ Pouring your heart at gigs and rehearsals with little to show.
❌ Struggling with communication cos' nobody 'sees' you.
❌ Invested in your music-education but clueless what to do next.
❌ Doom-scrolling highlights on social media to amplify your self-doubt.
❌ Meanwhile, your physical and mental health are collateral damage.
This is where you ask yourself..
'will this course really work for me?
Can I truly succeed as an independent artist if I do it?'
So here's the truth: CIAR is not a magic pill.
But it's a proven roadmap.
Unlike other courses though, it starts with the one theme musicians need to master before anything else.
Inner Work!
Learning to master your inner lens is the only way you will ever actually make your vision a reality.
You want to identify the blindspots that stand between you and your dreams,
and define success on your own terms..
If you are anything like me,
these are your non-negotiables 👇
If you are anything like me, these are your
non-negotiables 👇.
You won't abandon your dream.
You have devoted time to your art and have the dedication to make your dreams come true.
You hate the 'Helpless Artist' Cliche.
You don't buy stereotypes about artists being victims . You want to make things happen.
Your integrity is not for sale.
Spammy marketing tactics don't align with your values. You seek genuine engagement .
Self-care is
Priority.
Neglecting your health is not your idea of a musicians life.
You want to give yourself the attention you deserve.
Otherwise put, you won't settle for a life of mediocrity and regret,
but also want to build something sustainable that represents you authentically!
...and you keep wondering if you're the only one who feels that way.
Right?
Well, you're not.
I agree with you 💯 .
(And so do all the clients & students I work with).
Hi there..
My name's T.L. Mazumdar
—an Indian-German independent musician, educator, singer-songwriter, and producer with a 25-year journey spanning continents continents.
I started the Holistic Musician Academy in 2022 to equip artists with tools for sustainable, balanced success that shuns fear-based thinking in an industry full of challenges. Through my podcasts, courses, coaching and resources, I’ve been privileged to host Grammy Award winners, New York Times bestsellers, mental health specialists, and fitness experts—exploring what it takes to succeed and stay grounded as an artist today.
I am here to remind you of the three most valuable things you need to remember today 👇.
1. Your art
...is valuable.
2. Your voice
...is irreplaceable.
3. Your journey.
..was meant to be joyful
Why I do it
When I was 17, I asked my mentor what I needed to do to be a professional musician. His reply was: '..no matter what' So I did that.
And over the next 20 years I
-took off with 2 suitcases to a new country.
- Invested in conservatory education on a shoe-string budget and scholarships.
-Learned and integrated a foreign language into my life.
-Survived toxic pedagogy that almost broke me.
-Navigated bureaucracy between countries to establish myself as an international artist and educator.
Doing all this while healing my body and mind from morbid obesity, heart disease, repetitive injury, eating disorders and critical mental health that almost killed me. Sans meds. Sans surgery. Just with training.
Music saved my life.
Left: me at 21: 110 Kgs, Hypertensive, Depressed, critical mental health, eating disorder,NDE due to heart disease, can't walk up stairs without gasping.
Right: My 40th birthday. Professional musician, reclaimed my health sans any surgery or meds, working on my own terms for 20+ years internationally.
Music healed me. That's my reality.
It's not a 'theory'.
I have experienced its power to heal. I would not have been alive without it.
So helping you tune into its power and spread it is a calling.
❌ confused where to start.
❌ grappling with your artist identity.
❌ consumed with self-doubt.
❌ overwhelmed by marketing.
❌ yearning for meaningful collaborations.
❌ Seeking balance between career and well-being.
❌ Struggling to monetize your music.
Sound familiar?
You're in the right place!
I've gone through enough heartbreak on my artist journey.
The good news?
You don't have to.
Let my framework help you figure out what is holding you back.
→ Learn to define 'Success' on your own terms.
→ Learn the timeless fundamentals of being an 'artist'.
→ Build your artist brand authentically.
→ Build relationships with your ideal collaborators and partners.
→ Strengthen your stage presence and performance skills.
→ Integrate self-care into your artist-lifestyle.
A holistic system where your goals manifest naturally as part of the process!
Not just another 'online course'...
Why is C.I.A.R. different?
👉 Timeless Tools.
This course will last you decades. Not weeks or months.
👉 Inner Work.
Your destiny is not jumping hoops through trends.
It's about defining your goals first.
Then align your career to those.
👉 Tried and tested methodologies.
These strategies have been proven with clients and students.
And they are killing it!
People I have coached for...
This Could Be Future You
That's me onstage here at one of Europes's
most prestigious festivals.
I ''made it''.
I believe you can too.
✔️ You're grounded in your artist identity.
✔️ You're constantly building genuine connections with collaborators and fans.
✔️ You've achieved financial stability through diverse revenue streams.
✔️ You're maintaining balance and wellness as you practice your art.
✔️ You're navigating PR and Marketing with confidence and authenticity.
✔️ You know what you're doing, how to do it, and most importantly, 'why'!
You can make all of this happen!
Except...nobody's telling you how, right?
It's
''Business Gurus 🤑👺''
vs
''Music Teachers 🎹 👨🏻🏫''
out there.
And the gap in the middle is your private hamster-wheel.
This is where C.I.A.R. comes in.
Imagine the feeling of expressing your authentic voice confidently.
Navigating the industry sustainably.
With CIAR, you get research-based tools to do so, and define success on your terms, closing that gap between your dreams and reality.
The Course Breakdown
1. Identity
Most artists are just swallowing society's definitions without questioning them.
This research-based module helps you define your own.
You will:
✔️ Do a deep dive on 'trends'.
✔️ Realise how you've been brainwashed.
✔️ Build your own definitions.
2. Mindset
Not just a 'buzzword'. This actually makes or breaks a career.
Now you don't have to guess what it means for a musician anymore.
This module will explain the exact implications of the ideal mindset in the musicians context.
You will understand:
✔️ The Performance Mindset.
✔️ The 'Artist-preneur' Mindset.
✔️ The PR Mindset.
3. Creativity
Musicians depend on being creative. But have vague concepts on what that even means!
This module gives you tools to build a system to rely upon.
Get clear on how to be creative consistently.
You will learn to:
✔️ Use a time-tested framework for being creative.
✔️ Build a functional workflow.
✔️ Learn to align your profile with your art.
4. Collaboration
Have you ever really asked what 'collaboration' means? Who are your collaborators? Can you choose? How good a collaborator are you?
This module explains all of this.
It explains how you're collaborating right now without even realising it.
And how to be the best collaborator yourself.
You will understand:
✔️ Legalities
✔️ Profiling your Collaborator
✔️ Learn professional communication skills.
5. Performance
You will understand:
✔️ Pre-performance.
✔️ Performance Etiquette.
✔️ Performance Artistry
6. Self-Care
Self-care has been one of the most underrated topics for artists in history.
This module will help you build your own self-care routines. And explain how it co-relates to your artistic practice.
You will understand:
✔️ Physical Health for the artist.
✔️ Mental Health for the artist.
✔️ Spritual Health for the artist.
Bonuses
Worksheets
Curated assignments. You're not just studying, but actually doing the work with this course! With actionable steps to implement.
Ask questions on discussion panel on each module and get my personalised replies with 72 hours. It's like having me as your
personal coach.
A stack of timeless masterclasses.
👉 Artist Mindset ($99,00 Value).
👉 Artist Creativity ($99,00 Value).
👉 Artist Collaboration ($99,00 Value).
👉 Artist Performance ($99,00 Value).
👉 Artist Self-Care ($99,00 Value).
👉 Additional Bonus 1: Worksheets for implementation. ($99,00 Value)
👉 Addtional Bonus 2: Personalized feedback to your questions. ($99,00 Value)
Total Value: $792,00
Testimonials
'Fantastic content.! The words are spot on and speak to my heart. This has gotten me to dig deep into themes that I really needed to for a while. I've done a lot of work on myself but T.L.'s insights and questions bring a whole new dimension to it all with an additional depth and wisdom. It's given me a major boost in my artistic practice.'
Johannes Stange
Award-winning Jazz Trumpeter & Composer.
Mannheim, Germany.
This is sooo beautiful!! Felt the authenticity and honesty of every word you spoke!! Thank you TL for making this self-paced course. The sessions are soooo sooo good !! I'm really enjoying it so much and I value every bit of research, energy and personal touch you have put into this!!
Sharanya Natrajan
Studio/Live Vocalist & Vocal-coach.
Mumbai, India.
'..a lot of space cleared up as I understood where to channel my efforts, and what is not worth wasting energy on.'
Tim Sensbach
Studio Musician/Artist & Producer.
Berlin, Germany.
'..zeroed in on the themes I was struggling with and came up with ways in which I could overcome them. Blockages cleared.. and a lot of misnomers I had used to define myself were debunked'.
Madhura Talluri
Studio/Live Vocalist & Singer-Songwriter. Music-therapist.
Chennai, India. (A.R, Rahman/Berklee Ensemble)
Something that really resonated with me strongly was how the interconnections between apparently separate topics like 'self-care', 'being authentic', 'finding your core', 'the why' or even spiritual aspects of music were addressed during the course. And all of it in context to the artists practice.
Ferdinand Kavall
Award-winning Producer & Composer.
Berlin, Germany.
'This is so good, unlike any music education platform I've ever tried. The anxiety sublimes within 5 minutes of the first video'.
Aakarsh Sharma
Multi-Instrumentalist.Audio Engineer. Studio Musician.
Chennai, India.
''..gave my eye-openers that improved my personality as a musician. T.L. addresses things nobody is talking about. My biggest challenges were learning to say 'no' and prioritising my mental health. Now I 'get' mindset, tackling writers block, strategies to work with collaborators, performance etiquette and most importantly, self-care.'
Sarah Shipchandler
Singer-Songwriter/Producer
Pune, India.
ABHAY JODHPURKAR
CELEBRITY STUDIO VOCALIST /ARTIST
(MUMBAI, INDIA)
AASHIMA MAHAJAN
MULTI-DICIPLINARY ARTIST
(MUMBAI, INDIA)
Benny Rietveld
Bassist/Composer
(Santana band/Miles Davis/Sheila E)
ROLLING STONE INDIA
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Your Investment Options
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What happens once you purchase:
Once you join you'll get:
✔️ Access to Support & Course Discussion.
✔️ Personal interaction with me.
✔️ Lifetime Access to all course material.
✔️ Bonus worksheets and Discussion on Course Q & A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course entirely online?
Yes! This course is completely online, allowing you to study from any location around the globe
What credentials do you have?
I have a background in Jazz, with a Conservatory Diploma in Jazz Piano Performance, a Bachelor's Degree in Music Production and Arrangement from the Pop Akadmie BW, Germany, and a Master's Degree in Popular Music Performance from the London College of Music. I also have additional certifications in Psychotherapy, Nutrition and Physical Education.
Does this course come with a community?
The community is an add-on feature you can enrol on for a discounted price of 47€ (instead of 97€) if you buy this course. Get on the waiting list here.
Can I stack additional plans on top of this course?
This is one of the best courses to start with for those who can't afford 1 on 1 coaching with me. You can get 1 on 1 consultations and coaching packages with T.L. at a discounted rate if you buy this course. Find out more.
What will you walk away with?
✔️ Collaboration: Learnt to lead. Attract and be the best collaborator.
✔️ Prevent burnout: Maintain your well-being while pursuing your music career with a sustainable ad balanced approach.
✔️ True Confidence: Cockiness is juvenile. Walk with integrity and purpose.
✔️ Understand Connection: Build meaningful relationships with audiences and collaborators.
✔️ Understand PR: Don't 'promote'. Connect.
'Helpless Artist' ❌
vs
'Confident Artist' ✅ ?
Time and Energy : Your Most Precious Resources.
Worried About the Investment?
Then consider the cost of burnout.
CIAR is an investment in your future.
Designed to save you time, effort, and running around in circles.
You could either:
Keep scrolling social media and experimenting with random free tutorials until you're exhausted, and back to square one, feeling the same frustrations and setbacks ⚠️
or
Finally make a commitment and get this thing done. Take the first step towards owning your music career.
With proven, research-based methods ✨
The choice is yours.
Case Study: Meet Katja McKinlay
I had my first gig in years during my mentoring with T.L.. I went in with such excited confidence. But the best part?I was able to celebrate my achievement after the performance instead of criticising myself, which is HUGE.
I was struggling with taking myself seriously as an artist.
Feeling frustrated with my lack of progress.
T.L. helped me take the pressure of myself and navigate the elusive expectations from society and the music industry. I feel much more comfortable within myself now as a singer and musician, and my respect for my individual journey has developed considerably.
He also helped me see that I am not alone with my struggles, which has felt like a LOT of weight lifted! I felt supported, seen, encouraged, guided, expanded and beautifully taught throughout the sessions.
T.L. has a wonderfully compassionate demeanour and alongside his wisdom and knowledge of the music industry. I thoroughly enjoy his ability to mix practical action steps with philosophical and emotional discussions. I really benefitted from the holistic style, and can honestly say his mentorship is exactly what I needed to grow as an artist.
Katja McKinlay (UK)
Independent Singer-Songwriter/Performer
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297.00 €
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- 1 user
- Lifetime Access to course material
- Access Course Forum Discussion
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149.99 €
2 x Instalments
- 2 monthly payments
- 1 user
- Lifetime Access to course material
- Access Course Forum Discussion
Pay in 3 instalments
109.99 €
3 x Instalments
- 3 monthly payments
- 1 user
- Access to all course material
- Access Course Forum Discussion
I am here to support you.
This course is my life's work, and I am confident it has the power to transform your creative journey.
If for any reason you finish it and are not satisfied, I offer a full refund within 30 days.
This is for you if...
✔️ You are ready to define and communicate your unique artist identity authentically.
✔️ You're committed to balancing your music career with personal well-being and self-care.
✔️ You're serious about building meaningful connections with your collaborators and audiences.
This is NOT for you if...
❌ You're not willing to invest into developing your career.
❌ You're satisfied with your current progress and don't feel the need for change.
❌ You're not open to being coachable and receiving feedback to grow.
Final Call
Some real talk...?
A lot of times, we often think of 'doing something' as risky.
The truth is, in most cases, it's not doing something which can be risky. Being pro-active doesn't kill our dreams.
Chances are if you could have really done this completely on your own already, you wouldn't be here.
You might risk something a lot more precious to you than 'taking a chance' on what is a very 'affordable' risk.
People spends thousands on coaching. I've gone out of my way to condense my coaching into something that could solve your biggest danger.
The risk of continuing to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and frustrated.
So my question to you is: how much more time can you afford to lose before you start doing the real work?
P.S. Don’t forget that when you join C.I.A.R you are joining risk-free. You have an entire 30 days to do the course, study the material, go through the work-sheets and see if you feel a shift in your mindset.
I know how intimidating it can be when we’re trying something new. A career in music never came with the kind of 'guarantees' a lot of other professions do. So it can feel overwhelming to gauge. Especially on those bad days.
All I can tell you that for what it counts, I went from a guy who had given up hope on life entirely, to someone who not only found healing in music, but also built a sustainable living pursuing it.
The journey to get there came with some of the darkest and fearsome moments on my life. And I promised myself if I made it to the other side, I would do what I can to help others do the same.
Without the unnecessary pain, heartbreak and fear.
The beauty of C.I.A.R. is that you get complete, holistic system that interconnects all the aspects of being a musician that can threaten to confuse and overwhelm us.
The secrets I share are things you can implement in your own time, fine-tune, deepen and master for the rest of your life.
This is not the latest ‘music-industry’ trend.
It’s that part of being an artist that comes first before we even engage with the external world. The most important part that nobody is talking about.
I learned all of this the hard way. But you don’t have to.
Your future self is thanking you right now for being here.
Take that next step.
Invest in yourself!
Get coached in something that is proven to make a difference.
And build your career based on your definition of success, and your own terms. Not someone else's.
May the journey be a healing one.
I hope to welcome you inside C.I.A.R soon.
T.L.