The Big ArcI am big on buildups. Don't get me wrong; I love sensuous textures, visceral rhythms, and other elements that instantly engage a...
Laying the Groundwork Part 2: Score LayoutThis post is a continuation of Part 1. One other aspect that I had to grapple with as I developed the front matter was score layout....
Laying the Groundwork Part 1: Handling InstructionsFor me, the act of creating a composition breaks down into two distinct, though usually-overlapping, stages: conceptualizing (building up...
Research & Exploration: Upper StringsContinuing the search for the sounds, I've cruised the internet in search of websites and videos that demonstrate at least some of the...
Research & Exploration: Sibelius Academy Harp Notation ManualAs I've continued to seek out the perfect sounds for the concerto, I accidentally discovered a harp resource that was, until this moment,...
Research & Exploration: Cello MapFor me, music is as much about sounds as it is about notes. Getting the notes is good (vital even!) but the notes live as sound and just...
Fatigue and a Firestorm of ActivityThe past few days have been a firestorm of activity. After feeling burnt out and essentially giving in to the notion of taking a day off,...
