Music In Progress

Michael Cooke
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Uncovering the depths of the creative processes of composing music. Gain valuable insights with practical tips and techniques. Whether you’re a fellow musician, an enthusiast, or just curious about the world of contemporary music, there’s a rich tapestry of sounds and ideas waiting for you here.

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Closing 2025, Looking to 2026: A New Year’s Reflection

    Closing 2025, Looking to 2026: A New Year’s Reflection A candid look back at missed goals, unexpected progress, and the realities that shaped my composing year. Reflecting on 2025 helps me reset expectations, carry projects forward, and plan a more honest, sustainable path into 2026.

    7 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    How Dorico 6 Finally Unblocked My Creative Workflow

    How Dorico 6 Unblocked My Creative Workflow Porting an old orchestra-and-choir score into Dorico 6 forced me to confront box notation, cutaways, and long-avoided workflow problems. What started as a technical challenge ended up clearing mental space—and opening a path forward. Download library ZIP

    9 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Taiwan, Beethoven, and a New Quintet

    Taiwan, Beethoven, and a New Quintet Early sketches for a woodwind quintet inspired by Chinese & Taiwanese folk music, hocketing rhythms, and an altered folk melody—while the piece’s structure is still forming.

    5 min
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Uncovering the depths of the creative processes of composing music. Gain valuable insights with practical tips and techniques. Whether you’re a fellow musician, an enthusiast, or just curious about the world of contemporary music, there’s a rich tapestry of sounds and ideas waiting for you here.

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  • Creator
    Michael Cooke
  • Episodes
    38
  • Seasons
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Cooke'n'Music
  • Show Website
    Music In Progress