Bryan discusses three quick techniques he uses to widen the stereo image of recorded instruments. Use this to make your mixes fatter.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @sleepfacingwest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

In this episode of composerish, Kevin discusses his current strategy for finding patreon subscribers. Next, we talk about the pitfalls of various strategies for how to grow an audience quickly via social media. Finally, Kevin discusses how he finds motivation to be productive.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @sleepfacingwest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

In this episode we discuss what a leitmotif is, how film composers can use them, and how to go about creating them.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @sleepfacingwest Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

Our big Artificial Intelligence episode! We discuss some recent technological advancements and some possible implications for musicians and the music making process, but honestly this was just an opportunity for Kevin to geek out about AI.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

In the terrible advice episode, we discuss nuggets of wisdom we picked up along the way that happened to be worthless or at times, detrimental. Also, Kevin divulges his resource for finding free royalty free images to use for promoting his music.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

Show Links: http://www.pixabay.com

This episode breaches a topic too big for one episode. Is writing music in the genre of a culture not of your own problematic? How does one cross cultural boundaries with sensitivity? We leave the conversation open ended to be continued. Finally, we discuss how to market your music on Youtube.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

This week on Composerish we discuss keeping audio levels in check during the mixing phase, how and why to divide tasks in the audio production pipeline, and how to make the best popcorn.

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

Special guest Rafael Krux talks to us about composing epic music and some of the tips and tricks he's learned along the way. We then discuss Performing Rights Organizations (PROs) and whether or not one can collect royalties on youtube videos.

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Rafael Krux: Website: orchestralis.net (free music included!) Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC63kATrbtG9o3jfR4B26GBQ A special song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFJ8KW8HbtU  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orchestralis Audiojungle: https://audiojungle.net/user/orchestralis/portfolio Featured Tracks: Dark Fantasy Male Choir Trailer Epic Triumph Orchestra

Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

This week we discuss a new Heavyocity Damage 2, a new sample library, the challenges of recording samples for a sample instrument. Finally, is the return of the Free Music Archive an opportunity for composers? Find out on this week's episode of Composerish!

Links https://heavyocity.com/product/damage-2/ https://freemusicarchive.org/

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Bryan Teoh: http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod: http://incompetech.com twitter: @kmacleod

Special guest Alexander Nakarada tells us how he has been able to kickstart his career online and support himself via patreon. Bonus topics! Spotting scams, being okay with not knowing, and seeking mentorship

Featured Music: Catalyst by Alexander Nakarada Adventure by Alexander Nakarada

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Alexander Nakarada serpentsoundstudios.com [email protected] https://www.youtube.com/c/SerpentSoundStudios https://patreon.com/anakarada https://soundcloud.com/serpentsoundstudios https://alexandernakarada.bandcamp.com/ Phone: Norway +47 48 09 12 46

Bryan Teoh http://sleepfacingwest.com Twitter: @sleepfacingwest Instagram: @bryanteohmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvyxqBpnrzFqw7VW1UxR2hA

Kevin Macleod http://incompetech.com Twitter: @kmacleod