Regarding Music

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The podcast where we sit down with musicians to talk about their work and their journeys, their trials and their tribulations, their peaks and their valleys, their learnings and their lessons, but most importantly we are here to talk about their music.

4 DAYS AGO

Ep. 65 - Developing a Career as a Freelance Mixing Engineer with Brandon Unis

In this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard and Brandon Unis discuss Brandon's journey into the world of mixing, the business side of being a self-employed engineer, and the importance of building relationships in the music industry. They discuss ways content creation can drive business outcomes, some of the challenges of identifying as a musician, and some advice for aspiring mixing engineers.

37 min
FEB 5

Ep. 64 - Building a Music Teaching Business with Ben Nguyen

In this episode of Regarding Music Eric Sheppard and Ben Nguyen explore the world of private music education, teaching, and the evolving landscape of music careers. They discuss the importance of reconnecting with music education, the value of leadership in music education, and lots of great tips to help music teachers starting private studios to find the right students.

47 min
JAN 28

Ep. 63 - Three Ways to Compose Easier Choral Music

In this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard outlines three key considerations for composing choral music that is easier and more approachable for amateur choirs.

18 min
JAN 25

Ep. 62 - What Does it Mean to be a 21st Century Composer with Mathias Rehfeldt

In this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Mathias Rehfeldt, a German composer and organist. They Mathias's work as a composer, ways composers of "Classical" music can leverage technology and social media, and some of the ways AI can (and will) change a composer's workflow.

37 min
JAN 20

Ep. 61 - Understanding the Importance of Mentorship in Composition with Shane Mickelsen

In this episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with American composer and music director Shane Mickelsen. They discuss Shane's early musical journey, his education choices, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of finding one's own voice in music composition. Shane shares insights on navigating music education, the role of validation in a composer's journey, and the balance between personal expression and audience engagement.

39 min
JAN 10

Ep. 60 - Ternary Forms, Composing for Strings, and a Look at the Prelude from Suite for Strings (Op. 7 No.1) by Eric Sheppard

In this Episode Eric walks us through a recent composition for String Orchestra that focuses heavily on ternary forms. This discussion provides a look at the piece and a deep dive look at some of the formal structures featured and stylistic choices made in the creation of this piece.

22 min
JAN 7

Ep. 59 - Discussing Composition and Sharing Your Music on Social Media with Daix AI

In this Episode of Regarding Music, Eric Sheppard speaks with Daix Ai, a composer and pianist, about her journey in music composition, influences from classical and traditional Chinese music, and striking the balance between modern and traditional styles in modern composition. They discuss the importance of storytelling in music, the challenges of getting performances as a young composer, and the role education plays in a musician's career. Daix shares valuable advice for aspiring composers, emphasizing the need for open-mindedness and the significance of building relationships in the music community.

40 min
12/26/2024

Ep. 58 - Developing a Sustainable Music Career as a Jazz Pianist with Michael Clement

In this episode of Regarding Music, Eric speaks with Michael Clement, an American jazz pianist and composer, about being a generalist in the early stages of a music career, challenges in the music education space, and the need to adapt in the evolving landscape of the music industry. Michael shares his personal experiences transitioning from classical to jazz, the importance of developing multiple income streams, and the need for musicians to think more entrepreneurially about their careers.

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The podcast where we sit down with musicians to talk about their work and their journeys, their trials and their tribulations, their peaks and their valleys, their learnings and their lessons, but most importantly we are here to talk about their music.

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Regarding Music

Regarding Music

Ep. 65 - Developing a Career as a Freelance Mixing Engineer with Brandon Unis

Ep. 64 - Building a Music Teaching Business with Ben Nguyen

Ep. 63 - Three Ways to Compose Easier Choral Music

Ep. 62 - What Does it Mean to be a 21st Century Composer with Mathias Rehfeldt

Ep. 61 - Understanding the Importance of Mentorship in Composition with Shane Mickelsen

Ep. 60 - Ternary Forms, Composing for Strings, and a Look at the Prelude from Suite for Strings (Op. 7 No.1) by Eric Sheppard

Ep. 59 - Discussing Composition and Sharing Your Music on Social Media with Daix AI

Ep. 58 - Developing a Sustainable Music Career as a Jazz Pianist with Michael Clement

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Ep. 65 - Developing a Career as a Freelance Mixing Engineer with Brandon Unis

Ep. 64 - Building a Music Teaching Business with Ben Nguyen

Ep. 63 - Three Ways to Compose Easier Choral Music

Ep. 62 - What Does it Mean to be a 21st Century Composer with Mathias Rehfeldt

Ep. 61 - Understanding the Importance of Mentorship in Composition with Shane Mickelsen

Ep. 60 - Ternary Forms, Composing for Strings, and a Look at the Prelude from Suite for Strings (Op. 7 No.1) by Eric Sheppard

Ep. 59 - Discussing Composition and Sharing Your Music on Social Media with Daix AI

Ep. 58 - Developing a Sustainable Music Career as a Jazz Pianist with Michael Clement

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