Who or what inspired you to pursue a career in music? When I first embarked on the journey of becoming a musician, I wasn’t aware
Tag: interviews with musicians
Augustin Viard, ondes Martenot player
Who or what inspired you to pursue a career in music? The first time I heard the sound of the ondes Martenot, it was a true revelation.
Stuart Hancock, composer
Recognise opportunities when they present themselves and work hard to make a success of them. Develop a thick skin and don’t be precious about your work (especially in commercial, film and television Music!) Be versatile, sociable and likeable and someone people want to work with!
Paul Merkelo, trumpeter
Who or what inspired you to take up the trumpet and pursue a career in music? The first time I heard a recording of Wynton
Ralf Schmid, pianist & composer
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.
