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Totally valid, I love that! If you're going to work hard for something, it should be for something you love 🤗

@@cheska_yo yesss!!!! I am just not a good creator, I like to add my own spin to existing songs. I loved your video sooo much though!!! You are super inspiring!!!! Keep it up!!!

@@mandybredeweg-bishop4003 I can tell you really love music! I think it's just a matter of learning how to capture that passion in a way that helps people connect with you on CZcams. Creating content is a skill, just like all the music skills we've learned. Maybe I can talk about how to approach that as a musician in a future video? Anyways thanks for the support, I really appreciate it Mandy 🥰

I'm so happy to hear this, thanks for watching Heidi! <3

Yup I definitely felt that way! It was difficult, especially as a super introverted person- but eventually I started leaning into my strengths as a former scientist and tried to reverse engineer the process of connecting with a filmmaker. This led to me using crowdfunding sites where filmmakers were promoting their projects and training my CZcams algorithm to show me filmmakers. From there, it was slowly overcoming the belief that "no one wants to work with me because my music isn't good enough yet or I'm too awkward." Once I started reaching out only to filmmakers I really liked and began landing work consistently, I realized that I could actually be a film composer. I really believe that there is a filmmaker out there who would probably love to work with you, it's just a matter of figuring out who that filmmaker is, where they are online, and getting comfortable with being yourself along the way. P.S. Sorry if this was a lot! Since you took the quiz, we could definitely set up a free call and talk about how you can start making progress if you want

Aww thanks Millie, this is pretty old now but it was my first few months of learning to use Logic!

@@cheska_yo cool 😄 it's pretty good for your first few months of learning it!

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Hehe thanks Marcel! You are totally right, recording it and doing a voice over after is a great way to do it. I'll make sure to remember that when I make that video! Thanks for the great idea :)

Hehe thanks Ephraim!!! You should totally join me and share your classical composer secrets on CZcams haha XD

@@cheska_yo ugh I knooowwww 😅😂

@@ephraimchampion.composer I double dog dare you to post a video sharing how you got your first big opportunity in the classical world and share tips for young composers 🤣 I will blast it in my newsletter hahaha

@@cheska_yo oh wow. Sigh. Challenge accepted now 😂❤️🙏🏽

@@ephraimchampion.composer muahahahahahaha

Yup!! Benefits of having this small but tight knit community haha :) Can't wait to see you grow alongside all of us!

So glad to hear this resonates with you, but I know it's definitely easier said than done! I feel like for my first 10 videos I kept thinking "does anyone actually want to hear this" and oh "this is too niche and specific to me" and tried to play it safe with the value packed content I thought people would want. I'm pretty certain that you're on your way to doing it already!

Thank you so much!! I'm not sure, but if you subbed in the last week there's a high chance you are hahah

@@cheska_yo I did, so I'm counting it! Keep doing what you're doing & you'll have the next 500 in no time flat.

YIPPEEEE!!!!

Glad you're liking these chill videos! Happy weekend to you too :D

More fountain pen you say?? XD Say no more.

Cue "scary strings": AI question: Using AI in creating the visuals in your portfolio? I'm using reelcrafter and then creating visual art using AI. Due to budget -of course-. Ive received some backlash from people, but had to explain that when I reach out to animators/artists the last 10 years; they are generally not interrested in collaborating. Most of them say "I already use sfx I create myself... Not interrested." Or " I use music from [insert random free music site].... The result is me using comic book art, pexels videos and now AI generative programs like Leonardo... Would love to hear your input.

Ooooh scary strings! I think your reason for using AI in your portfolio is totally valid. However, I think it might be worth while to change your approach to contacting animators/artists. One of my workshop students took what I taught him and reached out to animators he admired, told them their work really inspired him, and asked if he could make music inspired by their film and share it online to not only practice his skills but promote THEIR project. He was able to get opportunities from doing this and I think it's a really smart application of what I teach in the Gig Hunting Kit but for animated films!

@@cheska_yo Cool 🙏🏻 Thank you

Woohoo!!! :) Can't wait until you start making music on Logic or Cubase too!

@@cheska_yo Yeah that would be amazing! 😍 I'll be posting a CZcams video soon it's about a clarinet solo I composed and I'll play it to see if it's playable since I'm a clarinet player. 😁😸🙌🎉🎶

Hmm, I'd say to make it a habit to go out in the world and experience new things and just live life instead of staying at home to make music! I think going on adventures, even if they're small like going on a hike or trying a new hobby can inspire better music and keep composing enjoyable. For a more daily habit though, I think journaling is super helpful. It might lead to some new ideas that influence how you approach composing for the day or build a career moving forward (if that's something you want to do!) And thank you!! <3

Totally relate to you, I don't like the idea of a glamorous studio and all that either haha 🤣 Also super guilty of buying courses instead of actually composing and connecting with people. At the end of the day, as long as we have fun and try to make our next piece better, that's all that matters!

@@cheska_yo That's right! 🙂

Haha hey, you made it! Thank you so much for the encouragement. Sometimes I have no idea if this is going anywhere until I get comments from amazing supporters like you. I'll remember this!

@@cheska_yo Of course it's going somewhere, regardless of the fact that you currently have a relatively small channel (but with a lot of useful information) with several hundred subscribers. I don't know what your plans are with the channel, but the approach you have with your honesty and simplicity will always get people interested in viewing the content. Just keep it up! 😊🔥

Aww thanks for watching this older video Daniel, I still agree with most of what I said here! Hope you use some of these ideas 🤗

@@cheska_yo oldie but goodie

Glad you liked it Owen! <3

I'm happy to hear you found your way to my channel <3 You are totally right, satisfaction is what matters most. Thank you so so much for your support and leaving such a kind comment :)

Glad it helps! :)

I love that! I am also striving to improve my leisure time and composing balance. Keeping it fun and protecting our relationship with music isn't something a lot of people think about, so I'm really happy to hear that you found what works for you. Thank you for sharing your perspective with us, and happy composing!

You are definitely right, it does apply to every career- I'm glad you found it helpful!

Of course ☺ I hope it inspires you to think more deeply about the kind of career you want

Thanks Zach!!! 😁

YUP 🙌

Fulfillment, belonging, living a simple and quiet life, and pursuing work that matters- those are all things that I care about too! I'm really happy to hear that you were able to make this realization for yourself and that you're not too caught up with what music related job titles will get you there. I definitely didn't expect to creating content to become a big part of how I get fulfillment and belonging, but it's the best kind of surprise! Also, thanks for pointing that out about Hans, you're definitely right about that and I think it's awesome how open he is collaborating with talented musicians. Anyways so happy to hear you enjoyed this, let's continue creating our own paths and have more great discussions like this!

@@cheska_yo Agreed!

Glad you love it Adi!! Hopefully the Zimmer fan base responds well to this hahaha

Totally agree with everything you said! In my experience almost 3 years after making this video, I would add that directors hire whoever they know or like better (a friend or mutual contact) over the most efficient or qualified composer though. Delivering the music and not making the project about you is kind of the bare minimum...

So glad you like it! After our talk I thought this would be a good way to show that I am a working composer (social proof for getting more students) and keep up the weekly upload schedule haha 🤣

Dziękuję! Hopefully that says thanks 🤣

@@cheska_yo YES :) Great! 🥰

Thanks Pax :)

@@cheska_yo You're welcome!

So glad you get it, the grind always grinding 🥲 It's just like, choose your grind! I definitely wouldn't have been able to take the leap without teaching and creating content which is honestly a second passion of mine. Some of the people I look up to teach piano lessons, perform at gigs, and compose for video games or films. The dream has always been to do something creative and musical!

Omg thank you so much and I'm so excited to hear you're also from SD! 🤗

Thanks for the encouragement and support Shawn! P.S. Your work sounds amazing and I'm happy to hear that you get to be a resource for others who need it. Super inspiring, thank you the wonderful comment!

@@cheska_yo Thank you :)

I LOVE that 😂 Priorities. A huge motivator for me was wanting to stay home with my dogs since they're seniors now! Not the same as kids, but they do pee a lot more frequently and I wouldn't want an accident to happen 🤣

Awww thank you so much Tara, every time you comment it just makes me want to keep going!

Yeah... every filmmaker works differently 😅 Yet another reason why practicing won't prepare you for everything. Sounds like your practice of creating scores from books came in handy though! It's definitely not ideal to score a film blind, but that's where we as composers can educate our filmmakers on how we like to collaborate. Congrats on your first professional gig nonetheless Claire!!! <3

AWWW appreciate you Ephraim! 🤗🙌