Who or what inspired you to take up double bass and pursue a career in music? I put my hand up for everything but the only thing left
Author: The Cross-Eyed Pianist
Frances Wilson is a pianist, writer, music and arts reviewer, music PR, and blogger on classical music and pianism under the pen name 'The Cross-Eyed Pianist'
Doug Thomas, composer
Do not let criticism stop you. There are no limits. Art is art, so don’t be afraid to dare. Be open minded and keep learning all the time, from everything.
Damian Marhulets, composer
Be true and make music you enjoy yourself. Sometimes it’s harder to achieve than one may think, but it’s definitely worth it.
Simon Hester, composer
Who or what inspired you to take up composing, and pursue a career in music? My Dad was a fine pianist as were both my
Carla Rees, alto and bass flute player
My favourite pieces to play are the ones where it feels the composer really understands my instrument and has something meaningful to say; it’s important to me that the music expresses something, even if that’s something a little unusual or unexpected.
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