A Comment On Criticism

Posted by in Community | 9 comments

The nay-sayers. The haters. The negativity mongers. The ones that want you to succeed so that they can rip you apart, stomp on your face, and then pick you up and hug you like it was all a big misunderstanding. Don't you love 'em? You know you do...

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Tools for Studio Organization

Posted by in Technology | 9 comments

Today's composer needs to be balanced as a businessperson and writer. Here are some tools to help keep it all running smoothly.

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The Burnproof Film Composer

Posted by in Business | 7 comments

In our industry, it's go, go, go, go, go, and go some more. How long can you drive on one tank of gas?

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Producing Your Score

Posted by in Recording & Prep, SCOREcast University | 2 comments

Nothing will give your music heart, soul, the real human touch, better than the sounds of skilled musicians. Even if you yourself are the finest, with years of experience, even adding just one pro player will double your firepower, and even casual listeners will notice. This is where you will be called on to put on your "producer" hat.

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What’s Original?

Posted by in Composition | 14 comments

There are 12 tones, and only so much you can do. Right, James Horner?

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