Hello everyone!  Thanks for listening to today's episode. It is the third of a mini-series, in which I talk about each mode, how to build their scales, and how to use them when composing! To get more help with the concept, here's a written article that contains visuals, music examples, video explanations, and a pdf of all the Dorian scales:  https://www.nadiamair.com/post/composing-with-modes-phrygian You are welcome to email your composition to me, using my email...

Hello everyone!  Thanks for listening to todays episode. It is the second of a mini-series, in which I talk about each mode, how to build their scales, and how to use them when composing! To get more help with the concept, here's a written article that contains visuals, music examples, video explanations, and a pdf of all the Dorian scales:  https://www.nadiamair.com/post/composing-with-modes-dorian  You are welcome to email your composition to me, using my email...

Hello everyone!  Thanks for listening to todays episode. It is the first of a mini-series, in which we talk about each mode, how to build their scales, and how to use them when composing! To get more help with the concept, here's a written article that contains visuals, music examples, video explanations, and a pdf of all the Ionian scales: https://www.nadiamair.com/post/composing-with-modes-ionian You are welcome to email your composition to me, using my email...

When starting any composition project when working with a client, there are key things to know going in, as well as what expectations the client has for you. What are some questions you should ask? What are some ways you can prepare? Find out the process from our first meeting to our last, and how everything happens when composing for a film. Email: [email protected] Website: www.nadiamair.com/podcast Please leave a rating and follow if you liked this podcast!  Thanks for listening :)

All creatives have it- an endless supply of ideas and projects in their heads, starting everything but finishing nothing. But when working, more does not always mean more success. How do you decide what's most important to work on, and what helps you see a project through? Join me in talking about how to figure out for yourself what you should say "no" and "yes" to, and how to work on what's essential! The book in reference is "Essentialism" by Greg McKeown. It's a great one, and I'd...

Hello again! This episode extends the concepts discussed in Ep. 11, talking about the phrases we've composed and what to do next with them. Here is the link to my submission for the DC's Stargirl and Spitfire Audio competition:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQZEAN4vYB8&t=5s Enjoy!

Build on to the concepts talked about in last week's episode, "Composing with Music Theory". We talk more about phrases, variations, motives, and where to go next with what you've already composed!

In this episode, learn how to start composing with a phrase.  The book "Fundamentals of Musical Composition" by Arnold Schoenberg is referenced, and the following pieces are used as reference: Symphony No. 5, 3rd Movement by Beethoven Skylark by Glinka Marriage of Figaro (Ouverture) K. 492 by Mozart Drum loop samples were used from Dale, YouTube channel dalesnale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lm0hN3Z5Jxc 

Networking is one of the most important skills to have to be a successful composer - it's what determines the work you get! Listen for ideas of where to work in the industry, how to meet people, and how to keep professional relationships going.

Virginia Leo is a composer for adaptive & interactive media- namely video games, VR, and film. She recently graduated from dBs Sound & Music Institute in Bristol with a Bachelor's Honours Degree in Sound for Games and Apps. She was recently recognized for her achievements in composing at the yearly Global Game Jam, scoring the nature documentary Peregrine Coast  by Andrew Salter, and composing for the Nordic Game Jam Livestream on Twitch. To find out more about her or to contact her...

Need some new inspiration or just wondering where to start? Here's an episode where I start composing a piece of music in real time on the piano. I talk you through what I'm thinking, where I get my ideas from, and where I imagine this piece going in the future. 

Go through the process of transcribing a piece of music by ear! We will be working on Samuel Barber's Adagio for Strings Op. 11. Learn the steps to go through to transcribe a piece and what you can take away from practicing this exercise on multiple pieces of music. Making it a part of your daily routine will help expand your musical ear and teach you a lot about music theory, instrumentation, and technique in writing.

Technology has greatly changed composing. Because of the software now, more people than ever are able to compose and listen to what they write in real time. In this episode, learn about what resources are available to you from DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) to Notation Programs and Virtual Instrument Libraries. For reference, hear are some of the brands and programs mentioned: ProTools, Cubase, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Cakewalk, Spitfire Audio, Native Instruments,...

A short message for you to not give up and stay diligent in pursuit of your goals no matter where you might be in your journey. Composing can be a difficult career to pursue, but what you have to contribute to the world matters. If you want more inspiration, read the book "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield, who explains what an artist goes through mentally when they create and why their work is important to the world.

Three skills that will guarantee you improvement!

What the composing process looks like during the day and tips for you when you need some inspiration. 

Meet Nadia, your host, and learn what this podcast is all about!