Category: Composition
Exercising my creative brain: Interview with Richard An
Richard An (b.1995) is a composer, pianist, percussionist, singer, conductor, and more. Richard has a BM in Composition from the University of Southern California and…
Product-Market Fit for Composers
Composers might not think of themselves as entrepreneurs, but they should, if they want opportunities to come their way. In this post, I want to…
Personal branding for composers: Part 1
The idea of a “personal brand” has been a hot topic for some time now. And you need to find yours. I can hear you…
Music composition as research
My main job is directing a program that supports undergraduate research and creative projects. Personally, I define research very broadly–simply “creating new knowledge.” But it…
Fun on the front burner: Interview with James Bohn
James Bohn is a composer and music technology specialist. His music has been performed internationally as well as throughout the United States. An Associate Professor…
A Doctorate in Music: Interview with Olivia Kieffer
In this series, I interview musicians currently pursuing doctoral degrees. I hope their stories will give readers insights into the joys and challenges of pursuing…
A Doctorate in Music: Interview with Connor Elias Way
In this series, I interview musicians currently pursuing doctoral degrees. I hope their stories will give readers insights into the joys and challenges of pursuing…
A Doctorate in Music: Interview with Kory Reeder
In this series, I interview musicians currently pursuing doctoral degrees. I hope their stories will give readers insights into the joys and challenges of pursuing…