‘Rules don’t create art. If something feels right, if it sparks a visceral reaction inside you, it’s worth something’
Interviews with musicians, composers and conductors
‘Rules don’t create art. If something feels right, if it sparks a visceral reaction inside you, it’s worth something’
Success is simply being able to have music in your life and being able to do it daily.
‘Seek inspiration from everything. Not just classical music. All sorts of music, art, people & places. Then make what you want to make. Never stop learning’
‘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.’
‘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.’