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How to Price Your Original Composing Services

The cost of music and time is largely dependent on the individual’s experience and demand. Those who have a lot of experience with music and time will generally be charged more for their services. This is because they are able to offer a higher quality product and can command a higher price. Additionally, those who…

8 Essential Stages in The Music Production Process

8 Essential Stages in The Music Production Process It can help with your workflows and productivity when creating music. The same is true for all the musicians in the beginning stages who have to continue working on the same project. It makes one feel frustrated by having incomplete project files when they have spent hours…

Review of ChilloutEngine: Turn Your Chord Progressions Into Relaxed Keys, Smooth Basslines, Memorable Hooks, and Lovely Arpeggios

In today’s fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find time to relax. However, studies have shown that listening to music can help to reduce stress and promote relaxation. Chillout music is the perfect genre for unwinding, with its slow tempo and mellow vibe. Unlike other genres, chillout music is designed to be relaxing, making…

Epic Essentials Vol. 02: 8-Bar Orchestral Compositions in 3/4 Time

Epic Essentials Vol. 02 has just been released! This time, Alex Pfeffer focused on 8-bar orchestral compositions in 3/4 time. This is perfect for those who want to add a touch of class and sophistication to their tracks. Alex also included MIDI files for all of the compositions, so you can tweak them to fit…

Rick Beato Book and Ear Training: How to Learn Music Theory and Improve Your Musical Ear

Many people believe that you need to have a “natural talent” for music in order to excel, but the reality is that musical ability is largely dependent on practice and understanding. In other words, anyone can learn music theory and improve their musical skills simply by studying and applying the concepts. Of course, some people…

John Carpenter: Fearless Film Director & Composer

Howard Ralph Carpenter was a lawyer and Milton Jean (Carter) was a schoolteacher. He is the son of Milton Jean (Carter) and Howard Ralph Carpenter, both of whom were teachers. He was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. His parents are both professors at USC; his father teaches film there. John Carpenter’s Early Life…

Composer May Care About 432 Hz Tuning: The Frequency of Bliss

Did you know that the frequency of bliss is 432 Hz? This is a number that has been resonating throughout history, and many people believe that it is the key to unlocking our highest potential. Do you ever feel like there’s something missing in your life? That may be the world is just too fast-paced…

The Basics of Music Copyright Law

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Copyright for Musicians: Who Owns the Copyright for A Song?

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Top 6 Essential Trailer Music Tips

6 Essential Trailer Music Tips What would be the best advice for creating good music for a film? The trailer music industry can seem quite small and intimidating to some people. And if you do it well by producing music for the trailers, it can have huge rewards. Also for those who like to get…