Who or what inspired you to take up composing and pursue a career in music? No one especially inspired me to take up music or
Interviews with musicians, composers and conductors
Who or what inspired you to take up composing and pursue a career in music? No one especially inspired me to take up music or
Who or what inspired you to take up composing, and pursue a career in music? I spent my teenage years playing guitar in my bedroom,
It feels as though, from the earliest I can remember, music has not just been a part of my life, it IS my life and I am fortunate to have never had to sit and decide what career I would take; I was always going to be a musician. It’s as though it’s part of your DNA; as important to you as breathing
Who or what inspired you to take up composing, and pursue a career in music? Initially and very much, my father, who was a talented
…..be true to yourself and become the composer you need to be rather than the composer that you think you ought to be. Write to please yourself – never others – and be your own harshest critic, making sure that your critical reflection drives you forward. And work hard – you can’t rely on favours or lucky breaks because ultimately there is only you who can take full control of your composing.