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Quality in diversity
This post has the potential of being rather controversial, but let me start by saying that controversy is not what I’m after, I just want to share my views on a subject that has no right or wrong answers, but … Continue reading
Posted in Academia
Tagged Bach, counterpoint, educational outreach, harmony, hierarchy, instrumentation, Michael Jackson, Mozart, music genre, Music industry, music theory, orchestration, Queen, self-taught, Techno, The Beatles, top 40
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Commencement speech
About three weeks ago Professor Benjamin Brinner, Chairman of the Music Department at the University of California, Berkeley called me to his office and asked me to speak on behalf of the graduate music students at the 2012 commencement ceremony. … Continue reading
Standing firm
When I decided to become a composer back in 1991, practically no one took me seriously. Had my parents not supported my decision, I might not be right now on a plane, on my way to my next performance. I grew … Continue reading
Posted in Academia
Tagged advice, career in music, determination, hobby, misconceptions, music education, prejudices, young musicians
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The composer as teacher
As the son of a teacher (my mother has a degree in early childhood education) I believe teaching has a fundamental role in every society. Historically, composers have always imparted their knowledge to the younger generations therefore ensuring the continuation … Continue reading