Unpredictable Discoveries | Scott Tixier | TEDxUNT

Violinist Scott Tixier traveled from his native France to New York City with just $900 to pursue his job of becoming a professional musician. The money went away in one day, but he doesn’t regret the decision.
Tixier knows the value of improvisation and believes any mistakes are an opportunity to create new ideas. He suggests trying small changes -- a new coffee shop, style of music or a new way to get to work. Scott Tixier is a five-time Grammy affiliated award-winning violinist who has performed around the world - from Carnegie Hall to the United States Capitol and Madison Square Garden - and has played with numerous artists, including Stevie Wonder and Elton John. Tixier, a 2018 Downbeat Critic Poll winner, is known for his work in the jazz world as well as motion picture scores, such as The Lion King, John Wick and Father of the Bride, and various TV shows, including The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. After studying classical violin at the conservatory in his native Paris, he traveled to New York to pursue his career. He joined UNT in 2018 as assistant professor of jazz violin and alternative styles. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@scotttixiermusic]

Thank you so much to TEDxUNT for letting me share my story!

[@fenomenbay32]

LONG LIVE THE UNICORNS!!!!!!

[@quincophonie]

i was lucky enough to meet Scott as he was in high school back in early 2000's, we had a lot of fun playing each week in a bar in Paris, "Le Vavin". He is still this funny guy with good vibes only, who attracts benevolence. One of many powers he possesses ! A bientôt Scott

[@quincophonie]

« Raspail Vert « not Vavin

[@TonyTixierMusic]

Merci mon frère 💕

[@danieljbowenmusic]

“Improvisation can change your life!” Incredible Talk Scott!!!

[@northtexasjazz]

Outstanding! Truly an inspiring presentation, Prof. Tixier! Honored to be your colleague in the UNT Jazz division.

[@noellewalker2253]

Scott is an unbelievably talented and gifted musician, but this talk about improvisation applies so so much more than music. It is a philosophy for life. One of the most engaging, informative, and entertaining TED Talks.

[@hawkdavi2123]

Loved you talk! Could really relate!I’ve played the violin for 61 years. 25 years of classical, almost 40 years of improv in all styles. True about mistakes! They are an opportunity!

[@cindylinchew]

I was there, and THIS was by far the best of all speeches made that day at the TEDxUNT. What an amazing life story and a message of hope and courage to improvise life when headwinds are strong and challenges seem insurmountable. You are an inspiration, Prof Tixier!

[@sylvianetixier4746]

So proud of you ❤️🙏🏽

[@saratavares9159]

This was just amazing. I wish I can hear him talk more often.

[@MC.BRAWLS]

Scott Tixier thank you for sharing your wisdom!

[@Rip_Sukuna0]

Not only a GREAT musician, also a brilliant speaker.

[@hollybyrd40]

I’m not a musician but I hear so much of this! His unique ability to speak to the entire audience is unparalleled. What an incredible speaker!

[@elyyoung1905]

That improv piece gets better and better everytime ✨ thank you for sharing your story in the name of creativity and opportunity

[@DavyMooneyMusic]

Yeah Scott! Love this presentation

[@gabrielvalle7374]

Wow this speaks directly to what improvisation is. Just inspired me to get back into it. Thanks Scott!

[@victoria_ricalde]

Great message about the serendipity of mistakes (:

[@theinfluencersconnectioncorner]

Stellar presentation and representation of improvisation. Bravo Scott👏🙏

[@sevgiimel9573]

Thank you! Thank you! and God bless you!!

[@chloekiffer3597]

One of the best Ted Talks I have watched. Very inspirational! 🙏🏼🎻

[@jessicaho7871]

Thoroughly enjoyed and inspired!

[@mezuofoegbu8415]

So inspiritational! Living legend🔥

[@hansblichert8719]

Majestieux, tu es l’oeuvre de ton talent et de ton improvisation! So inspiring, everyone should take a lesson with Scott!

[@bricejourdain9928]

je crois sincèrement que l'improvisation vient à la base des quartiers populaires, quand tu n'as rien à perdre, tu tentes, il faut juste allumer la lumière de notre confiance et de notre créativité, donc de notre patrimoine. Bravo pour ton Talk&ta carrière que j'espère être la plus belle. Inspired Session. Rosny in the hood ;), on te follow fort !!! 9.3. tu n'peux pas test ;)

[@kimteal1302]

A great story and message told well!

[@walterkemp3194]

Killin 🔥🔥🔥

[@mayilovaterane4122]

Probably the best description of improvisation I’ve heard in my life.

[@mertasula3721]

Just brilliant!! Embrace your mistakes.

[@rachelhefner9372]

The most inspiring TEDxUNT talk ever✨ An amazing speaker and an even more amazing human

[@tfh5575]

love scott so much

[@omerakifcgal]

Raw talent!!

[@sydneyyoung1677]

What a great TED talk! Proud and honored to be studying with you Professor! Your journey is inspirational and profound. Thank you for sharing your story, knowledge and art with us!

[@heliinkcrrr]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@SGG_MUHAMMED]

What beautiful message! Thank U!

[@oyungercek8822]

Great points, awesome delivery

[@mustafakemaltunc7818]

This was incredibly inspiring!

[@bilalcelik7799]

So good! 🙏🏻💚

[@axouldu78]

WhAT A story man ! crazy and congrats !

[@lalalalisa2320]

AMAZING!!!

[@georgeroberts5568]

Amazing.

[@avant____avant]

super méga talent

[@mtv9272]

That’s a beautiful unicorn. He is!

[@kemalefebabaturk2048]

The brain animation was so good!🦄

[@omerdemirsatan642]

That\'s so true!

[@kayrabarlk1261]

Sign me up!

[@ramisdinov3478]

👍👍👍👍

[@callmejulierose]

🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@ismailyk2313]

I want to study with him :)