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Two Composers, Two Continents

Jeff Meegan & David Tobin

Two Composers, Two Continents throws open the doors on the world of Film and TV composers Jeff Meegan and David Tobin. 


In this light-hearted podcast, the long-time music collaborators share stories from their careers, break down their production music albums, and are joined by guests from all corners of the music industry. 


Expect behind-the-scenes insights, tales from recording sessions, album deep-dives, composing mishaps and plenty of laughs from over 20 years in the industry!


Whether you’re an aspiring composer for sync, a film-music enthusiast, a music student, or just curious about the music industry, this one’s for you.


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  • S1 · E33
    Thursday · 1 hr

    Can AI Music Ever Be Considered 'Art'?

    Four composers, one big question: what is art? In this episode, we’re joined by friends and award-winning composers Carlos Villalobos and Jeannie Tanner to try tackle that! Amidst the rapid rise of AI technologies, we debate the core elements of art from human intent to audience response and interpretation. We explore Tim Minchin’s take on ‘content vs intent’, discuss the growing concern of AI artist profiles deceiving listeners, and decide whether a shoe left in an art gallery can be ‘art’… We also highlight a resurgence of composers returning to writing at the piano instead of a DAW, creating custom sounds, and playing live! It’s an honest look at the difference between creating art and consuming it, and why the imperfect human process matters more than ever. Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:05 What is art? 12:15 AI artists fooling listeners 16:48 Can audience reaction turn a show into art? 24:41 Paint-by-numbers analogy 33:09 Is AI a threat to human musicians? 37:17 Where inspiration comes from and working to a brief 51:34 Rediscovering hands-on studio work #aimusic #ai #composer #aigeneratedmusic #suno #songwriter #productionmusic #syncmusic #aiart #composing #humanmusic #realmusic #synccomposer

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  • S1 · E32
    October 15 · 47 min

    Andrew Sunnucks on Founding Audio Network, Orchestral Producing, & Real Musicians

    In this episode we sit down with the brilliant Andrew Sunnucks. Co-founder of Audio Network, a prolific orchestral producer and a farmer, Andrew has built a career on integrity, real musicians, and having a good time! From Andrew’s first job as a singing rabbit to working in commercials and eventually co-founding production music catalogue Audio Network, we trace his journey over the years. As one of the biggest employers of musicians, we discuss Audio Network’s commitment to using real musicians . Andrew tells us why he refuses to compromise on live players, despite being more expensive and time consuming, and shares the secrets to creating a community of trust in recording sessions with both players and composers. Andrew also opens up about the human side of the music industry, discussing imposter syndrome, the importance of humility and his core principle of a “no knobs” policy. Along the way, he shares hilarious stories from his career including a medieval music mishap, legs falling off a grand piano, and a tape machine bursting into flames… Chapters 0:00 Intro 4:57 Andrew’s musical background 13:09 Founding Audio Network 20:44 Orchestral producing 29:52 Session stories 35:47 A producer’s ear and communicating with players 40:50 41:10 What’s left on Andrew’s bucket list? #audionetwork #composer #composing #tvmusic #filmmusic #filmcomposer #productionmusic #librarymusic #syncmusic #orchestralproducing #realmusicians #recordingstudio #abbeyroad #schoolfarmstudios

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  • S1 · E31
    October 1 · 58 min

    From Vatican Organist to Abbey Road Engineer with Stefano Civetta

    This week we're thrilled to welcome multi-talented engineer and musician Stefano Civetta, with an impressive career spanning from playing the organ at the Vatican to engineering for some of the biggest films including Avengers: End Game and Solo: A Star Wars Story. We begin with Stef’s musical roots from growing up in a small Alpine village surrounded by music, his summer gig playing organ at the Vatican, and his leap to the UK for the Tonmeister course. From there he shares his 6 years at Abbey Road - climbing from studio runner to trusted engineer, working 42-day stints, and learning from some of the best in the business, before a bold new chapter converting a 17th-century barn into School Farm Studios alongside Audio Network’s Andrew Sunnucks! Having spent countless sessions with Stef, we’ve seen his incredible ability to multitask in the control room when engineering, running the session, and catching the slightest squeak or wrong note. We ask how he does it, what he listens for, and what makes a session work well. Stef also shares his invaluable tips for composers preparing for recording sessions, reveals why Tom Waits tops his music bucket list, and tells us the story of the time he pissed off John Powell… Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:43 Stef’s musical background 13:55 Playing organ at the Vatican 17:34 Working at Abbey Road 22:22 Turning a 17th-century barn into School Farm Studios 30:44 Multitasking in the control room 37:49 Navigating complex sessions 41:04 Advice when preparing for a recording session 45:55 Stef’s musical bucket list 54:53 Engineering for John Powell #abbeyroad #abbeyroadstudios #engineer #recordingengineer #composer #vatican #organist #organ #recoringsession #recordingsesstionstories

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  • S1 · E30
    September 17 · 1 hr 11 min

    Nik Kershaw on Live Aid, Writing ‘The One and Only’ & Life After Fame

    In this episode, we’re honoured to welcome 80s pop icon Nik Kershaw, whose four-decade career spans chart-topping hits like “Wouldn’t It Be Good” and the massive number-one single “The One And Only” which he wrote for Chesney Hawkes. We explore Nik’s upbringing in a musically rich family, channeling teenage angst into dramatic lyrics, and journeying through prog-fusion and jazz bands before launching his solo career with agent Micky Modern. Nik reflects on his whirlwind rise to fame, culminating in his iconic Live Aid performance alongside legends like Queen and David Bowie, sharing the nerves, out-of-body moments and the one artist who left him starstruck… But fame wasn’t the end of Nik’s story! Beyond the 80’s spotlight, we discuss his pivot into a sought-after songwriter for icons like Elton John, writing tracks for commercials, TV and Film, and how imposter syndrome and creative hunger still fuels him today. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:27 Nik’s musical background 09:09 Early songwriting 19:53 Joining bands 24:32 Becoming a solo artist 33:00 Performing at Live Aid 40:50 Writing ‘The One and Only’ for Chesney Hawkes 50:41 Writing music for Film, TV and Adverts 57:09 Collaborating with Elton John 1:04:19 What’s next for Nik? #nikkershaw #80spop #80smusic #liveaid #eltonjohn #chesneyhawkes #composer #songwriting

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  • S1 · E29
    September 3 · 34 min

    Recording a Soul Album in Nashville: Stories, Surprises, and Lessons

    We’re taking you behind the scenes of our recent trip to Nashville, where we recorded an album of sizzling soul grooves designed for use in Film & TV. This time, we’re skipping the writing process to focus on the recording sessions at the iconic Sound Emporium Studios, complete with it’s rich musical history and quirky tiki-bar studio charm! From a horn section with lips of steel to the slightly humbling moment the rhythm section rewrote all our charts using the Nashville Number System, we share the stories, surprises and lessons from the sessions. We also look at how recording in different cities across the world can shape the feel of the music, comparing London’s precision with Nashville’s soulful behind-the-beat groove. This episode is perfect for composers, soul music enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the world of production music! You can listen to the finished album here (and it will be available on streaming platforms soon!) - https://www.audionetwork.com/browse/m/album/soul-control_4829 Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:21 The brief 5:06 Sound Emporium Studios 8:45 The recording process 10:47 The Nashville Number System 15:27 The way brass and rhythm players interact 19:00 Recording styles across different cities 24:25 How we record - linear vs in chunks 26:56 Our thoughts on Nashville 29:17 How did it turn out? #nashvillemusic #recordingsession #composer #tvcomposer #soulmusic

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  • S1 · E28
    August 20 · 1 hr 4 min

    Sync Licensing 101: What Every Composer Needs to Know

    Are you new to composing for sync, but overwhelmed by the jargon? In this episode, we sit down with Emmy-winning composer and sync expert Brad Hatfield to cut through the confusion. Brad teaches Songwriting for Film & TV and Music Supervision at Berklee, drawing from decades of experience in the industry. From understanding contracts and ownership to knowing what to expect once your track is synced, this episode provides a thorough breakdown of sync licensing, publishing, royalties, and beyond. We define essential terms such as ‘master recording’, ‘writer’ and ‘neighbouring rights’, and explain why getting your splits and agreements in order can make or break a placement… We also explore what ‘useful music’ means for Film and TV, and how AI is reshaping the future of sync. Whether you’re a songwriter, composer, or musician looking to break into sync, this episode will help you confidently navigate the production music world! Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:38 What is Sync Licensing? 5:55 The three T’s: Term, Territory & Type of Media 9:14 What is a Publisher? 12:43 What is a Writer? 15:14 What is the Master Recording? 21:49 What is a Producer? 25:57 What are Mechanical Royalties? 31:01 What are Neighbouring Rights? 36:25 What is a Needle Drop? 38:45 What actually happens when a song is licensed for use in Film? 45:55 Writing ‘useful’ music and the importance of Outros 50:10 Why you should provide stems 54:00 AI and the future of Sync Music Brad’s website - https://www.bradhatfieldmusic.com Brad Hatfield Music Collective - https://www.bradhatfieldmusiccollective.com #sync #syncliensing #syncmusic #synccomposer #composer #songwriter #productionmusic #librarymusic #filmcomposer #tvcomposer #filmmusic #tvmusic #synclicensing101 #productionmusic101 #neighbouringrights #royalties #publisher

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  • S1 · E27
    August 6 · 43 min

    Creating Virtual Instruments and Recording In A 19th-Century Church with Alessandro Mastroianni

    On today’s episode, we’re joined by Italian composer, sound designer, and Sonora Cinematic founder Alessandro Mastroianni! Alessandro shares how his career evolved from composing for Film & TV (including writing for Hans Zimmer’s Bleeding Fingers!) to diving into custom sound design and virtual instrument creation. He takes us inside a recent recording session, where he captured impulse responses and the foundations for a new virtual instrument in a restored 19th-century church with a fascinating history! We also explore the creative and practical sides of sampling, why your choice of sample libraries change the way you compose, and why quality of music matters more than a huge quantity of tracks. Find out more about Alessandro’s work here - https://alessandromastroianni.com Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:37 Recording in a church 6:30 Using impulse responses to capture space reverbs 10:59 Alessandro’s journey from composition to sound design 15:51 Creating sample libraries and the artistic process 19:04 Balancing usability with artistic expression in virtual instruments 22:44 Planning a recording session for a sample library 31:33 Soundbox vs Kontakt 37:32 Splitting time between composing and creating samples #composer #sounddesign #samplelibraries #virtualinstruments #samplelibrary #filmcomposer #tvcomposer #sounddesigner #recordingsession

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  • S1 · E25
    July 23 · 29 min

    New Orleans Jazz, Improvising Tips, and Musical Family Legacy with Trumpeter Mark Braud (Part 1)

    In this episode we are joined by incredible trumpeter and vocalist Mark Braud. From growing up in a family of eight trumpeters to playing with music icons such as Harry Connick Jr., Dr. John and Foo Fighters, Mark is a true embodiment of the New Orleans spirit. We explore Mark’s musical roots, exploring how his family’s legacy shaped his sound, his early days playing in school bands, and his leap into a professional career, even dropping out of university to chase his dreams. Mark shares his insights on jazz improvisation, adapting to other musicians in polyphonic settings, and why soloing is like cooking - you need the right ingredients! He also reflects on invaluable advice he received from elders like Lucien Barbarin, and his commitment to passing on that wisdom to the next generation through his work at Preservation Hall. Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:29 Early musical life in New Orleans 6:51 Early training, NOCCA, and first performances 11:09 Leaving university for gigs and learning on the job 13:17 The art of New Orleans jazz and playing as a unit 21:12 Preservation Hall, it’s legacy, and leading the band 25:44 Teaching the next generation and sharing the tradition Don’t forget to check out Part 2 where Mark tells us about his production music library Old Saw Music, performing on Broadway, and what he’s working on next. Find out more about Mark here: https://www.markbraud.com #neworleans #neworleansjazz #jazzimprovisation #jazztrumpet #improvisingtips

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  • S1 · E26
    July 23 · 28 min

    Performing on Broadway and Founding a Production Music Library (Part 2 with Mark Braud)

    Check out part 1 of our conversation first, where we explore Mark Braud’s musical roots, jazz improvisation and his family legacy. In part 2, we dive into Mark’s journey as a songwriter and composer, from singing songs as a child to writing Bebop-inspired music for school bands and crafting music across many genres for TV shows like NCIS: New Orleans. Mark shares how these experiences led him to founding production music library Old Saw Music, with his wife Megan - a library rooted in real musicians, real stories and real soul. Plus, we get behind-the-scenes insights from Mark’s time on Broadway including his experience in singing, playing and even speaking roles in prestigious shows such as The Cole Porter Show and Harry Connick Jr., Live. Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:37 Mark’s early interest in songwriting 2:35 Founding production music library ‘Old Saw Music’ 7:21 The sync and recording scene in New Orleans 11:33 Upcoming projects 19:07 Playing, singing, and acting on Broadway Find out more information about some of the things we talked about here: https://www.oldsawmusic.com https://www.louisianamusicfactory.com #neworleans #neworleansjazz #broadway #productionmusic #librarymusic

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  • S1 · E23
    July 9 · 29 min

    Scoring 50 Episodes of Animation with Composer & Sound Designer Max Brodie (Part 1)

    In this episode, we’re joined by brilliant and versatile tv and film composer, sound designer and producer Max Brodie! Max walks us through his early musical journey from playing in thrash metal bands as a teen and recording bands with borrowed gear, to carving out his own unique sound and writing for production music libraries. We also take a closer look at one of Max’s impressive recent ventures, scoring the CBBC animated series Duck & Frog! With 50 episodes of wall-to-wall music and very quick turnarounds, Max shares the challenges of working to animatics, reusing themes, navigating constantly changing music genres and adapting synchronised music to shifting timings. Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:43 Max’s journey into music 10:45 Learning how to record 14:40 Moving to Manchester 19:06 Scoring animated CBBC series ‘Duck & Frog’ Part 2 is out now where we continue our conversation! You can check out more of Max’s work here: https://www.maxbrodie.co.uk Don’t forget to follow, rate our show, and leave us a comment! #composer #animation #animationmusic #sounddesigner #animationcomposer #filmcomposer #filmmusic #composing #composingtips #composingstories #sounddesign #animationscore #filmscore

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  • S1 · E24
    July 9 · 30 min

    Tight Deadlines = Better Music? Max Brodie on Composing, Studio Workflow & Tom Rosenthal (Part 2)

    Tight Deadlines = Better Music? Max Brodie on Composing, Studio Workflow & Tom Ronsenthal This is Part 2 of our conversation with composer and sound designer, Max Brodie. If you missed Part 1, check that out first! We pick up with a nerdy dive into technology, computer specs, and studio equipment - Jeff’s in his element! We chat about Max’s composing process, from the initial panic to the clarity of a spotting session, and tight deadlines which force him to let go of perfection. He shares tips including use templates, keeping recording gear and mics ready to go, and using ensemble patches to sketch ideas quickly. We also explore how time constraints can be an advantage, shaping a distinct sound for a project, and how one composer famous wrote a Coca-Cola ad track in an airport on the way to their meeting! Finally, Max tells us about his collaboration with singer-songwriter Tom Rosenthal, from their first meeting in Max’s back-garden shed-turned-studio to writing and producing albums together that gained viral TikTok traction. Chatpers 0:00 Intro 0:50 Max’s process of scoring animation 4:45 Composing with tight time constraints 9:25 Writing with sample libraries vs live instruments 13:37 Max’s studio setup 18:05 Commercials, sound design and Edinburgh Fringe 24:13 Collaborating with Tom Rosenthal You can check out more of Max’s work here: https://www.maxbrodie.co.uk Don’t forget to follow, rate our show, and leave us a comment! #composer #composertips #tomrosenthal #animationcomposer #studioworkflow

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  • S1 · E21
    June 25 · 32 min

    Writing Jingles to Winning Emmy Awards with Composer Brad Hatfield (Part 1)

    In this episode, we’re joined by the talented Brad Hatfield - Emmy-winning TV & film composer, producer, pianist, educator, and longtime friend! We share how our paths first crossed, from a rich history of co-writing with Jeff to the online classrooms of Berklee where he taught David, cementing a lasting impact on both our careers. With some tips and lessons along the way, Brad walks us through his fascinating musical journey that spans touring the globe with jazz bands, writing jingles in Boston, and teaching Songwriting for Film & TV and Music Supervision at Berklee. We zoom in on music education, exploring how Brad navigates classrooms of varying student abilities, how technology shapes and sometimes limits our craft, and a funny look at how teaching has evolved since the 1970’s, back when sub-par work left the classroom as a paper airplane out of the window… Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:13 How Brad met Jeff and David 8:25 Writing for pitches and making a good impression 11:26 Brad’s journey to sync music 19:29 Moving to writing for sync full-time 23:15 Teaching at Berklee and the role of music education 27:02 How music education and student’s mindset has changed Part 2 of this conversation is out now, talking all things music supervision and collaboration! (What Makes A Good Music Supervisor and Why You Shouldn't Write Music With Your Friends) #composer #musicindustry #filmcomposer #tvcomposer #filmmusic #productionmusic #librarymusic #pianist #producer

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  • S1 · E22
    June 25 · 28 min

    What Makes A Good Music Supervisor & Why You Shouldn't Write Music With Your Friends (Part 2 with Brad Hatfield)

    This is Part 2 of our conversation with Emmy-winning composer, producer, pianist, educator, and longtime friend Brad Hatfield. If you missed Part 1, check it out first! (Writing Jingles to Winning Emmy Awards with Composer Brad Hatfield) We pick up with the topic of Music Supervision, discussing Brad’s course at Berklee, the role of a music supervisor, and what makes a good one! We also talk about why you should collaborate in the music industry, (but not with your friends!) and Brad’s longest collaboration - with his wife, Gaye Hatfield! Keep your eyes peeled for another episode with Brad coming soon, where we talk all things sync licensing! Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:47 Music supervision 10:25 Collaboration 18:02 Brad’s collaboration with his wife, Gaye 23:30 What’s left on Brad’s musical bucket list? #composer #collaboration #musicsupervisor #musicsupervision #musicindustry #filmcomposer #syncmusic #filmmusic #berklee #musiccollaboration

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  • S1 · E20
    June 11 · 51 min

    Repairing Hammond Organs, Building Studio Monitors and Borrowing Horses…

    In this episode we’re sitting down with Mark and James from Present Day Production (PDP), the brilliant minds behind MUM - the modular upgradable monitor. We talk through their wild journey from Mark’s early days repairing Hammond organs to the moment a young James rocked up to Mark’s studio for a band rehearsal and basically never left! Together they spent years running an all-in-one studio service before a COVID-induced reset led them to launching their YouTube channel, racking up millions of views with their notoriously unhinged videos featuring more horses and paragliders than you’d expect… Now, they’re entering a brand new chapter at School Farm Estate; workshop setups, exciting collaborations, and a sneaky first look at Studiology, their upcoming online venture packing 35 years of music industry wisdom into one place! Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:20 How Mark and James met 5:24 Mark’s musical history and the Hammond organ 15:14 The reset of COVID and starting a YouTube channel 22:32 How did the MUM studio monitors come about? 34:10 The next chapter at School Farm Check out PDP here - https://www.presentdayproduction.com #composer #composers #studiomonitors #musicproduction #studio #production #recordingstudio #hammondorgan #filmcomposer #tvcomposer

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  • S1 · E19
    May 28 · 26 min

    How We Scored Our First Feature Film: Behind the ‘Super Size Me 2’ Soundtrack

    Grab your popcorn - we’re taking you behind the scenes of scoring our first ever feature film, Super Size Me 2. Tune in for a story of fun, frustration, and a whole lot of chickens! We talk about how this project came about and the quirky brief that landed right in the middle of David’s wedding back in 2016. The ultimate way to get our feet wet by jumping straight into the deep end of the feature film world! We break down the whole process from navigating shifting styles from cue to cue, combing in-the-box production with live elements, our year-long writing process alongside collaborator Tim Garland, dealing with constantly shifting picture-locks and composing last-minute emergency cues! Plus, the emotional rollercoaster of the film’s release…From the absolute high of premiering at the Toronto Film Festival, complete with a red carpet, a massive party, and a major distribution deal - only to watch it vanish overnight as the film was shelved! But the story doesn’t end there. Two years later, the movie finally found a home on streaming platforms, inspiring us to write a brand-new, hilarious country-comedy end credits song, ‘Nothing But Chickens’! Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:56 How the project came about 5:35 Bringing collaborator Tim Garland on board 6:21 The first steps 8:49 Stylistic changes 13:44 The collaborative writing process 15:30 Mixing MIDI with live elements 17:29 Toronto Film Festival premiere 19:25 The distribution deal was pulled... 20:58 Creating the credits song 'Nothing But Chickens' 25:30 The 'Holy Chicken!' sandwich and final thoughts #composer #filmcomposer #filmmusic #featurefilm #filmscore #soundtrack #songwriting #composers #supersizeme

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  • S1 · E18
    May 14 · 31 min

    Yodeling, Rootin’-Tootin’ Recording & Writing Cowboy Songs

    Dust off your boots and grab your hat - in this episode, we’re heading behind the scenes of our Cowboy Songs production music album! Inspired by the charm of The Three Amigos and City Slickers, we set out to write cowboy songs that feel authentically traditional but cinematic enough for use in Film & TV. We walk through the full process, from songwriting and orchestration to the logistics of recording across two continents, with rhythm sections in Chicago at Transient Sound Studios, and orchestral sessions at Abbey Road Studios in London. Along the way we talk about the challenge of finding the right sound, and the even bigger challenge of tracking down rootin’-tootin’ yodelers and world-class Americana musicians to bring it all to life! Easy, right?! Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:59 Cowboy Songs Brief 4:49 The Writing Process and Inspirations 6:55 Song Breakdown: ‘Band Of Brothers’ 12:42 The Recording Process 14:21 Diverse Instrumentation 15:57 Finding the Right Vocalists for the Songs 17:40 Song Highlights 22:37 Yodeling On The Songs: ‘Cowboy’ Randy 28:26 Final Thoughts and our Favourite Tunes #filmmusic #cowboysongs #cowboymusic #productionmusic #composer #composers #abbeyroad #wildwest #tvmusic #filmcomposer #songwriting #librarymusic #tvcomposer

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  • S1 · E17
    April 30 · 19 min

    Networking Without Networking: The Power of Music Communities

    During a recent recording session in Nashville, we were reminded just how small the music world really is! In an industry that can often feel remote, and at times pretty lonely, community matters more than ever. From village choirs to Facebook groups and organisations like the Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL), there are endless ways to connect with like-minded musicians/composers, find collaborators, and build lasting relationships. The truth is, the best networking rarely feels like networking. We talk about how real opportunities come from simply showing up, contributing to a community, and letting connections grow over time. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:09 The Society of Composers and Lyricists (SCL) 4:30 Why be in a community? 9:25 Facebook groups 13:22 Examples of communities #musiccommunities #musicindustry #networking #musicnetworking #composernetworking

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  • S1 · E16
    April 16 · 26 min

    From Prog Rock to Stravinsky: Grammy-Winning Composer Jay Weigel’s Musical Journey (Part 1)

    In the first half of this sit-down, we’re joined by musical polymath Jay Weigel, a Grammy-winning composer, producer, conductor, arranger, orchestrater, and contractor with a career spanning over 40 years! We start back at the beginning with New Orleans Catholic school bands, early gigs with unlimited beer taps on the wall, Jay’s teenage transformation into the world of prog rock and the ultimate spiral into a world of classical giants like Stravinsky and Rimsky-Korsakov, fuelled by under-the-desk vinyl deals! Along the way we talk about musical lineage, aural teaching traditions tracing back to Beethoven, and what it really means to switch ‘musical languages’ across genres. Plus, a refreshing reminder that even Beethoven wrote bad music, so it’s not the end of the world if you do too! Chapters: 00:51 Jay’s early musical background 5:07 Jay’s transition into classical music 12:28 Switching ‘musical languages’ across genres and Beethoven’s musical lineage 17:08 Making bad music 21:44 Teaching maths and music Part 2 out now! #musicindustry #composer #producer #grammywinningcomposer #musicproducer #conductor #musicpodcast #beethoven #classicalmusic

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  • S1 · E15
    April 16 · 28 min

    Why Film Directors and Composers Struggle to Communicate (Part 2 with Grammy-Winning Jay Weigel)

    Missed the first half of our conversation? Check out Part 1 first! We’re back for Part 2 with Grammy-winning composer and producer Jay Weigel, and this time we’re tackling the missing piece in film school education: the often-neglected collaboration between directors and composers! We explore the struggles of communication, learning to speak the shared language of film music, and the key to long-lasting working relationships in the film industry. Along the way we look at the evolution of music tech over the years, from composing on a Commodore 64 to using modern DAWs; If you’ve ever felt the struggle of communicating between filmmakers and composers, stick around! Chapters: 1:33 The missing piece in filmmakers education 5:15 Communication between directors and film composers 10:28 The evolution of music tech 16:52 The difference between recording in different cities #filmmaker #composer #director #composerdirectorrelationship #musictech #filmmusic #filmcomposer #composers #filmindustry #musicindustry #cubase

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  • S1 · E14
    April 2 · 34 min

    Curating our Christmas Vinyl: A Decade of Festive Big Band Music

    After having such a blast creating our NOLA vinyl last year, we couldn’t resist spinning up another one… this time with a festive twist! In this episode, we delve into over a decade of Christmas Big Band production music. Join us on a trip down memory lane as we revisit the process behind these albums, share stories from recording sessions and make tough decisions as we narrow it all down to just two sides of a vinyl. Which tracks will make the cut? Which ones get left in the snow? And just how many versions of ‘Jingle Bells’ is too many versions of ‘Jingle Bells’…? (Spoiler, three and a half might be pushing it) Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:58 Planning a Christmas Vinyl 4:23 ‘The Season’s Back Again’ album and stories 8:48 How many songs can you put on a vinyl? 9:46 ‘Christmas Big Band’ album and stories 15:02 The Rob Parton Big Band 18:38 ‘Pretty Swingin’ Christmas’ album and stories 23:50 The Wooldale Warblers 26:11 Back to the album 32:46 Adding up the songs #christmasmusic #bigband #productionmusic #composer #vinyl #doublevinyl #composing #filmcomposer #tvcomposer #filmmusic #tvmusic

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