The idea comes to me in an unexpected situation. With a sketchbook or a dictation app I grasp the initial thing and work it out later, mostly on the piano. I constantly switch between the composer and the listener’s chair.
Tag: interviews with composers
Borrtex, composer & pianist
never try to be someone, always try to be you
Rafael Marino Arcaro, composer
My compositional language has shifted slowly over the years, although the way I structure music and my artistic goals have not changed much. During the past few years I have been mostly influenced by the sound of Brazilian native element
Martin Kohlstedt, composer & pianist
Who or what inspired you to pursue a career in music? The urge came from the inside, with very few outside triggers. I found no
Jonathan Dove, composer
Dreamily and fitfully at first, as vague initial ideas start to emerge; then more continuously, as they gradually turn into stronger, more potent ideas. Mostly I work out pieces at the keyboard, but walking and cycling are also an important part of the process.
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