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
Tag: contemporary classical music
Richard Causton, composer
Hearing one’s own music in concert is an incomparably powerful experience, simply because it’s the fulfilment of usually years of drafting, writing, developing, crafting, honing and revising ideas.
Rúaidhrí Mannion, composer
Don’t just do music!
Have other serious interests – take risks – don’t follow the path you think you should but the one you want (it’s the one you’ll take more seriously) – be able to talk to all sorts of people – listen and learn.
Mainly Two, contemporary violin duo
Be curious and open-minded; take risks; pursue unusual avenues; be disciplined (it’s not always fun, but it pays off!) and dedicated
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