Answering questions from viewers. In this episode I touch on my composition process, self-directed learning, why I use Studio One, and much more.

If you have a question for the next episode, leave it in the comments!

Audio version:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/h80lqp...

Questions:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:51 - Feeling overwhelmed when learning something new
00:07:13 - Do our digital habits affect our creative capacities?
00:11:47 - How important is music school for a career in music?
00:15:10 - Do I ever get feedback from people who play instruments I don't?
00:20:52 - What's the most challenging piece of music I've made?
00:25:09 - Why do I use Studio One?
00:28:24 - What does my big picture creative process look like?
00:38:16 - Simplicity vs complexity
00:44:43 - How would I go all out when making a song?
00:55:37 - Thoughts on chromesthesia
00:58:27 - My finger drumming techniques
01:03:11 - How to keep progressing without a teacher
01:09:00 - How to acheive a professional, full mix
01:18:57 - Start, bench, cut
01:19:35 - How have I grown through my music career?
01:21:18 - How often do I make music?
01:24:27 - What's my vision for the Sonic Sorcery community?
01:27:42 - Who do I listen to for jazz fusion inspiration?
01:30:29 - How did I learn music?
01:33:36 - How do I organize myself?
01:36:51 - Have I done a studio tour?
01:38:11 - Status on the drum programming course
01:39:29 - Y u so dope?


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