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Pursuing Film Scoring Coming from a Rock and Roll Background
In this podcast episode, the speakers discuss advice for individuals wanting to pursue film scoring from a rock and roll musical background. They also touch on what makes someone successful and the challenges that rock and rollers may face when transitioning to film composing.
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The definition of success can vary from person to person but to Will.i.am, it is synonymous with happiness and his family.
43:09 - 44:19 (01:10)
Summary
The definition of success can vary from person to person but to Will.i.am, it is synonymous with happiness and his family. Awards and recognition, while initially satisfying, eventually lose their value over time.
ChapterPursuing Film Scoring Coming from a Rock and Roll Background
Episode#581: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stewart Copeland — Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
A successful film composer explains the difference between the mindset of a film composer and a rock and roll musician when it comes to serving the director's artistic vision.
44:19 - 45:16 (00:57)
Summary
A successful film composer explains the difference between the mindset of a film composer and a rock and roll musician when it comes to serving the director's artistic vision.
ChapterPursuing Film Scoring Coming from a Rock and Roll Background
Episode#581: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stewart Copeland — Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Film composers often have to create music in a short amount of time, leading to a mindset of constant creation and shedding of ideas to meet deadlines.
45:19 - 46:05 (00:46)
Summary
Film composers often have to create music in a short amount of time, leading to a mindset of constant creation and shedding of ideas to meet deadlines. However, this also allows for surprising creativity and flexibility in the composing process.