Music

How I Composed ‘It Changes Around Me’

I recorded the different stages as I composed to show how my…

Composing ‘Time Will Tell’

Developing a musical theme

I recently composed a piece for solo piano. I thought I would write about the creative process and how my ideas were shaped and developed into the finished work.

Performance Practice

How the informal concert setting enhances musical learning

Croak!

The story behind my new musical for young singers

ABRSM Examiner Training (Part 3)

The diverse experiences of the probationary year

On the surprises of song writing

I thought I was writing one song … and then another appeared.

ABRSM Examiner training (part 2)

Individual training days: a steep learning curve

A privilege to be a musician

It’s a privilege being a musician sometimes.

SMA Composing Competition

A Musical Story

Singing It

Sometimes I find it easier to write a song

I’m an emotional person and sometimes I find it hard to get the words out. When friends are in difficulty, or when family members are going through hard times, I often find myself having conversations in my head…