The Composer's Journal

Composing for band is an amazing choice for composers looking to actually have their music performed by large ensembles today and I cover exactly why it's such a valuable experience for so many. 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

Here's some short tips on getting more involved on campus as a music major if you're currently studying at university. 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I discuss composing music when you are lazy, tired, or bored. This is pretty much a wake-up call to me to get out of bed to compose regardless how I feel. 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I discuss how to get the most out of your composition lessons whether at school or privately. There are important things to keep in mind to make sure you're not wasting the time of your instructor or yourself. 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I discuss musician health and what my thoughts are. Most of the advice is pretty broad, but nonetheless important to consider. 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I talk about my essentials tips and strategies for finding balance in my life as a composer with school and social life. 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I uncover my composing process from idea phase to orchestration in Sibelius. There are several different viewpoints on the creative process and nothing is set in stone, so feel free to pick and choose things you learn here and apply them to your own workflow! 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I discuss the joys and experiences I've had with composition competitions and call-for-scores. There are great benefits from hearing your work premiered, to winning prize money. These oppurtunities are one of the best ways to get into the career of composing due to its low barrier-to-entry. 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! American Composers Forum - https://composersforum.org Composers Site: http://composerssite.com 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I narrate a blog post article about becoming the drum major in your band. This massive, ultimate guide covers nearly every step of the process from the application phase to band camp. Enjoy listening to this narration while reading the original article post listed below. 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! 📕 Original Blog Post: https://carloslalonde.com/composers-journal/how-to-become-drum-major-in-band 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ 🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/

I share and reflect my 2020 experiences and other fun things that I'm grateful for. I also share what I hope to achieve in 2021; hopefully it's better than this year! I hope my 2020 review gives you inspiration to create your own and prepare for the year. Copy the template on Notion: http://bit.ly/3pIYpiw 📚 Austin Kleon's Books - https://austinkleon.com/books/ 🎙 Head to anchor.fm to get started on your podcast or download the free app! 🎥 My YouTube Channel on Composing and Productivity: http://bit.ly/3nMh0cS 📖 Learn More About Me: https://bit.ly/31Ha7RT 🎼 Purchase My Music: https://bit.ly/2C949OJ    🎵 Read My Blog on All Things Composing: https://bit.ly/3l6LZPS 📚 The ULTIMATE List of Composing Resources: https://bit.ly/3f0Pvb7 💻 My Composer Desk Setup and EDC: https://bit.ly/2BSyT79 📸 Follow Me on Instagram for Daily Updates: https://www.instagram.com/carloslalonde/