‘Don’t be afraid of the word No. Ask for help, ask for opportunities, ask for advice. Reach out to people who you want to work with.’
Tag: contemporary classical music
Alex Thomen, composer
‘Listen to a lot of music in a variety of styles and genres. There is something to learn from any style of music – even the styles you’re not too keen on. You may surprise yourself by what you end up being inspired by.’
Daniel Kidane, composer
‘Keep on keeping on and be happy along the way. The journey isn’t always easy but it should bring you happiness.’
Helen Grime MBE, composer
‘With each new piece, my intent is to create a new sonic world distinct to that piece. I love to create different layers in my music, and I am often drawn to detail and long expressive lines as well as rich harmonies.’
Alasdair James Dodds, pianist & composer
‘Do not feel you have to be different or unorthodox and there is nothing wrong with being predictable or conforming either… Just be authentic.’
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