The Audio Spotlight Quote Almanac (2012 – 2015)
The Audio Spotlight Quote Almanac (2012 - 2015)
Pedro Ferraz interview
I guess the most important thing is for you to get emotionally involved with sound and music you make. ~ Pedro Ferraz
Benedict Nichols interview
Learn your tech, learn music theory (very helpful for versatility) and have passion for what you do. ~ Benedict Nichols
Gregory Tripi interview
As far as breaking into the business I think more than anything you have to write music and get it out there.
Stephen Baysted interview
Never, ever give up, and never forget that we ALL have self-doubt, if we didn’t there would be no point in striving to be the best you can be. Work hard, be determined and be nice. ~ Stephen Baysted
Jim Dooley interview
I would recommend that young composers work with seasoned composers. The apprenticeship program gives you a chance to see how the pros do it. If you make yourself indispensable to someone, there’s a great chance that work will make its way to you over time!
Sergey Eybog interview (Boom Library contest winner)
Try everything, read articles about your craft, always keep your ears open and your portable recorder working. Love what you do, and it will definitely pay off.
Michael Picton interview
First, learning to listen to non-musicians when they talk about music can be the most valuable skill for a media composer.
Tom Salta interview
“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.” ~ Calvin Coolidge
Alex Jones interview
If you have a vision, for your game or your music, whatever it may be, don’t compromise on it. ~ Alex Jones