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| Surrendering to the Chaos: A Composer's Guide to Time Management | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:53:29 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. In this episode, Helen Lyon chats with composers Ben McAvoy, Jenny Plant and Florence Sabeva about how they balance work and home life. Host: Gareth Davies & Helen Lyon Produced by The Sound Boutique This episode dives deep into the challenging world of time management for freelancers in the music industry, especially for those balancing parenthood. Host Helen Lyon leads a candid conversation with three remarkable guests - Jenny Plant, Ben McAvoy, and Florence Sabeva - who share their personal experiences and strategies for managing work and family life. The discussion highlights the common struggles that many composers face, from juggling deadlines to dealing with the unpredictability of parenting. Each guest offers valuable insights into the importance of setting boundaries and the need to surrender to the chaos that often accompanies a busy life. Ultimately, this episode aims to normalise the challenges of balancing a creative career with family responsibilities, fostering a sense of community among those navigating similar paths. Takeaways:
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| Diegetic Delights: Exploring On-Set Music with Adrian Scarborough and Ian Arber | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:37:31 | |
Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique This special episode delves into the fascinating world of on-set music, also known as diegetic music, where sound is organically integrated into the scenes being filmed. Gareth is joined by composer Ian Arber and actor Adrian Scarborough, who discuss their collaborative efforts in the drama series The Chelsea Detective. The conversation highlights the challenges and creative processes of ensuring that music performed on set feels genuine, particularly as Scarborough's character plays the piano in the series. Listeners are treated to insights about the behind-the-scenes dynamics, including how the two artists work together to achieve a realistic portrayal of musical performances. The episode also touches on the evolving nature of music in the show across its three seasons, maintaining a balance between established themes and fresh, new compositions. Takeaways:
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| Andy Kyte talks about best practice tips for composers working with orchestrators | 13 Feb 2024 | 00:29:11 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with orchestrator Andy Kyte about best practice tips for composers working with orchestrators, doing guitar grades at lightening speed, and the benefits of being a mature student. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Gareth Davies at The Sound Boutique Links | |||
| Yeakun Yoo talks about doing his best whatever the budget | 16 Jan 2024 | 00:30:50 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Yeakun Yoo about growing up in Korea, moving to LA and doing his best whatever the budget. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Gareth Davies at The Sound Boutique Links | |||
| Helen Lyon and Toby James talk about the importance of community | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:37:34 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this special community takeover episode, Mike Langley chats with composers Helen Lyon and Toby James about pantoland, being taken aback by Alicia Keys, and the importance of community. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links | |||
| Spencer Creaghan talks about bringing houses to life with sound design | 28 Nov 2023 | 00:28:27 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with Spencer Creaghan about bringing houses to life with sound design, greek tragedies and letting life happen. Subscribe now via musicroom.community to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links | |||
| Christopher Barnett talks about hearing Ravel's Bolero in primary school | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:31:08 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Christopher Barnett about hearing Ravel's Bolero in primary school, his love of music and his determination to learn everything he possibly can. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links | |||
| Jason Brandt talks about his new movie Camp Hideout | 10 Oct 2023 | 00:33:06 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with Jason Brandt about his new movie Camp Hideout, always being curious and listening to music on his paper round. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Find out more about the Music Room community | |||
| Carol Jarvis talks about her extraordinary journey through Hodgkin's Lymphoma | 19 Sep 2023 | 00:58:49 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with trombone player Carol Jarvis about playing with the likes of Rita Ora and Seal, releasing new music and her extraordinary journey through Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Find out more about the Music Room community | |||
| Nick Foster talks about his recent work on the movie musical Greatest Days | 29 Aug 2023 | 00:31:56 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Nick Foster about his recent work on the movie musical Greatest Days (directed by Coky Giedroyc and based on the music of Take That), and how it all started for him. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Find out more about the Music Room community | |||
| Sherri Chung talks about the service industry of mixing creativity with commerce | 08 Aug 2023 | 00:40:26 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Sherri Chung about attending San Diego Comic Con, being self-driven and the service industry of mixing creativity with commerce. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Find out more about the Music Room community | |||
| Lindsey Miller talks about touring with the RSC | 18 Jul 2023 | 00:31:10 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with musical director Lindsey Miller about touring with the RSC and learning the piano on her trusty Casio keyboard. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Find out more about the Music Room community | |||
| Rich Chance talks about negotiating techniques, following his own lead and getting the right kind of therapy | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:37:12 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer, songwriter and musician Rich Chance about negotiating techniques, following his own lead and getting the right kind of therapy. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique | |||
| Deane Ogden talks about being born into a musical family and moving to the other side of the world | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:58:09 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with record producer, session and touring drummer Deane Ogden about being born into a musical family and moving to the other side of the world. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Find out more about the Music Room community | |||
| Alex Baranowski talks about writing for a variety of media and the enormous impact his grandparents had on him | 31 Jan 2023 | 00:38:48 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Alex Baranowski about writing for a variety of media and the enormous impact his grandparents had on him. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For news, stories and advice, as well as stuff going on in the Music Room community, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Find out more about the Music Room community
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| Charlotte Hatherley chats with composer Carly Paradis about touring with Clint Mansell and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds | 10 Jan 2023 | 00:34:59 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. Guest host Charlotte Hatherley chats with composer Carly Paradis about touring with Clint Mansell and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, before going back in time to Carly's musical beginnings. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Charlotte Hatherley Links For news, stories and advice, as well as stuff going on in the Music Room community, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com
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| The Music Room community's EP Makers group talk about writing, recording and releasing their EPs | 20 Dec 2022 | 00:37:55 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with the Music Room community's EP Makers group about writing, recording and releasing their EPs over the autumn. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For news, stories and advice, as well as stuff going on in the Music Room community, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com
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| Ian Arber talks about his 'funny' process of working with orchestras | 08 Nov 2022 | 00:32:39 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Ian Arber about his recent move to LA, his 'funny' process of working with orchestras, and how it all began for him. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For stories, news and advice, and stuff going on in the Music Room community, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com
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| Segun Akinola talks about fatherhood, Doctor Who and playing the drums at school | 18 Oct 2022 | 00:35:40 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with Segun Akinola about fatherhood, Doctor Who and playing the drums at school. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Join The Music Room Facebook group For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Janet Overfield Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com
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| Ben Shirley talks about addiction & homelessness, and rebuilding his musical life | 16 Aug 2022 | 00:40:25 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Ben Shirley about being a touring bass player, addiction & homelessness, and rebuilding his musical life. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Join the Music Room community group on Facebook For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter | |||
| David Lowe talks about saying yes to everything | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:37:11 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with David Lowe about saying yes to everything, listening more and a chance conversation in the bar after work. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter
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| Alexandra Harwood talks about All Creatures Great and Small and writing musicals at a young age | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:38:33 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. Gareth chats with composer Alexandra Harwood about All Creatures Great and Small, the challenges of writing action music and writing musicals at a young age. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter
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| Daisy Chute talks about overnight success with vocal group All Angels | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:38:37 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with Daisy Chute about overnight success with vocal group All Angels, and finding her own voice in the folk genre. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter
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| Karina Byrne talks about writing music for ads and sonic brands, and accidentally writing with Hans Zimmer | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:30:44 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer, producer and vocalist Karina Byrne about writing music for ads and sonic brands, and accidentally writing with Hans Zimmer. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique | |||
| Gary Clark talks about growing up in Dundee, forming Danny Wilson and writing the music for movie Sing Street | 24 May 2022 | 00:35:23 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. Gareth chats with musician, songwriter and producer Gary Clark about growing up in Dundee, forming Danny Wilson and writing the music for movie Sing Street. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter
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| Frank Ilfman talks about learning the trombone and messing around with synths | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:55:12 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Frank Ilfman about learning the trombone, messing around with synths and the time he found himself on a scoring stage in Moscow. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Come and join the Music Room community For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music stories: Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter
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| Charlotte Hatherley talks about her time in rock band Ash and evolving as a composer | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:47:06 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. Gareth chats with composer, songwriter and musician Charlotte Hatherley about her musical beginnings, her time in rock band Ash and evolving as a composer. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links Music story: Neil Bruce Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter
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| Nainita Desai talks about her varied music education and a chance meeting with a rock star | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:40:39 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Nainita Desai about her varied music education and a chance meeting with a rock star. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music stories: Send your music story: hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter
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| Daisy Coole talks about music festivals at her primary school and having her music played at the Royal Albert Hall | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:32:31 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Daisy Coole about music festivals at her primary school and having her music played at the Royal Albert Hall. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Jim Hustwit Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter Two Twenty Two Music’s website: https://bit.ly/3JcIQcD Two Twenty Two on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3owheXT Two Twenty Two on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3J7oMYX Two Twenty Two on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3J5jCwE
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| Kevin Sargent talks about his musical beginnings | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:42:28 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Kevin Sargent about his musical beginnings. Subscribe now via The Music Room website to have new episodes magically appear in your podcast app! Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Links For music stories, stuff going on in the Music Room community, items & advice from guests and more, subscribe to the Music Room newsletter Music story: Gareth Davies Send your music story (text): hello@thesoundboutique.com Music story contributors are featured in the next Music Room newsletter Kevin's website: https://bit.ly/35971K4 Kevin on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3fXPWEY Kevin on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3KxXixj Kevin on IMDb: https://imdb.to/3tVHr5Q
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| The Music Room trailer | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:01:43 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique | |||
| John Elleson-Hartley shares expert advice on mixing & mastering, and chats about the power of networking to nurture professional relationships | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:46:56 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. In this episode, Gareth chats with John Elleson-Hartley, who shares expert advice on mixing & mastering, and chats about the power of networking to nurture professional relationships Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique | |||
| The Facilitator: Rick Jupp talks neuroplasticity, his 25 years as the drummer for Elbow and not using the word 'teacher’ | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:44:32 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. In this episode, Gareth chats with drummer Rick Jupp about neuroplasticity, his 25 years as the drummer for Elbow and not using the word 'teacher'. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique
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| Alex Attwood & Grace Meadows talk about mental health in the music industry | 14 May 2024 | 00:49:31 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. This episode of the Music Room podcast is dedicated to Mental Health Awareness Week, focusing on the mental health challenges faced by individuals working in the music industry. Gareth chats with composer Alex Attwood and head of charity Music Minds Matter Grace Meadows. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Gareth Davies at The Sound Boutique. Links | |||
| Amelia Jones talks about moving to the other side of the world, singing on gaming soundtracks and doing things her way | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:28:29 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with vocalist Amelia Jones about moving to the other side of the world, singing on gaming soundtracks and doing things her way. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Gareth Davies at The Sound Boutique Links | |||
| Alex Parsons talks about creating Trails, a sample library from Fracture Sounds | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:34:38 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from professional composers, songwriters and musicians. In this episode, Gareth chats with composer Alex Parsons about creating the sample library Trails, the Suzuki method and bunking off Geography. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by Gareth Davies at The Sound Boutique Links Buy Trails (gift code for an extra £10 off: MUSICROOM) | |||
| The Music Room's Items & Advice: 2024 in Review | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:47:33 | |
Personal stories of inspiration from music industry professionals. In this episode, Gareth looks back at all the items and advice left in the Music Room in 2024. Host: Gareth Davies Produced by The Sound Boutique Takeaways:
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