Spotlight on Soundfly Mentor Sam Friedman
In this new series of spotlights, we’re introducing our full roster of Soundfly Mentors so you can choose who you want to work with on your next project!
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Building Your Confidence as a Songwriter
Action always invariably beats inaction; here’s a set of tools to help you battle your lacking confidence, and create with active fervor!
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The Hidden Grammar of Music
What a music theory book at age 13 taught me about how to look at chords, chord progressions and the emotions they’re capable of manifesting.
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Uncommon Ways Your Song Can Make You Money
Think outside the box and let your songwriting generate a bit of extra side money! Here are some potential revenue sources you may not have thought of yet.
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Talking Points: Igor Stravinsky on How New Problems Require New Approaches
In this edition of “Talking Points,” influencial composer Igor Stravinsky shares his thoughts on composition, creativity, craftsmanship, and other topics.
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How to Eliminate the Obstacles Hindering Your Success
Fears, anxiety, and doubt cripple musicians day in and day out, and their abilities to drive toward success, but a subtle mindset shift can help.
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5 Surefire Ways to Market Your Band’s Upcoming Tour
Going on tour soon but don’t know how to get the word out? Here’s a list of amazing strategies to put your band on the map and make your travels count!
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4 Techniques for Creating Realistic Orchestral Strings
With great plugins and sample packs, creating lush orchestral textures digitally is easier than ever, but making it sound real remains a challenge.
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What the “Tristan Chord” Is and How to Use It
An in-depth exploration of one of the most storied chords in opera, what makes it so influential, and how to use it yourself in your compositions.
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On Nick Cave’s 9 Primary Bedevilments of Creativity
A professional songwriter meditates on the relevance of Nick Cave’s philosophy on creativity, and his own struggles with procrastination and creativity.
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10 Essential Music Conferences Coming Up in 2019
The year’s half over but tons of great conferences are still ahead. Here are our favorite North American music gatherings that you need in your calendar.
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Curating (In) the Culture Wars
A dual historical and contemporary editorial thinking through the blindspots and newfound responsibilties of curating in today’s cultural economy.
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On August 17, 1959, Miles Davis’ “Kind Of Blue” Was Released
A brief history of how Miles Davis’ 1959 classic “Kind Of Blue” came to be, and the album’s impacts on all kinds of musical communities.
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When Do I Get My Performing Rights Royalties?
2019 is well upon us. Here’s a payment schedule for most of the PROs you’re likely to be associated with in the US, and info about how payments are made.
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What Students Are Saying About Soundfly’s Beginner Harmonic Theory Course
With overwhelmingly positive results, we’re happy to share a few select testimonials of Soundfly’s Beginner Harmonic Theory course directly from our students.
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Soundfly’s Guide to Learning Things Online: 3. Our Favorite Music Learning Resources
Learning things online can be a frustrating experience. Here’s a free guide to help you learn skills deeper, retain information longer, and not waste time.
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Your Guide to the Unmissable Highlights of the New Logic Pro X 10.5
If you haven’t had a chance to check out Apple’s new Logic Pro X 10.5 update, drop everything and start here. We sum up all the unmissable highlights!
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Student Spotlight: Mark Richardson on Music’s Role in His Sobriety
In this edition of our Student Spotlight series, musician Mark Richardson shares stories from his life, including how music helped him beat drug addiction.
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How to Communicate with Your Fans During a Crisis
We spoke with composer and indie marketing expert Cheryl Englehardt about how and why musicians should keep the conversation going with their fans right now.
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Work With Any of These Expert Ableton Live Mentors This Month!
Introducing Soundfly’s Expert Ableton Live Mentor Pack: Our five strongest production mentors who are ready to take your Ableton skills to the next level!
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7 Essential Music Conferences to Mark in Your Calendar for 2022
You better believe it, in-person conferences and festivals are back. Some old, trusted names are here but so are some exciting new upstarts!
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Here’s How to Enhance Your Songwriting Process in 5 Steps
Feeling stuck in a creative writing rut? Just reset your approach and process in a few subtle ways, and everything will change, here’s how.
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5 Creative Ideas for Making Your Fans’ Holiday Special Using Social Media
Looking for something special to liven up the holiday season with your fans? Here’s a few ideas you can try out on your social channels.
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Community Spotlight: Carla Malrowe on Creating Juxtapositions in Pop Forms (Track Premier)
Listen to the newest single by Soundfly community contributor Carla Malrowe, a singer/songwriter, producer, and true pop-gothic soul.
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The Top 5 Flypaper Articles From November 2022
Too busy to visit Flypaper every morning? No problemo! Here are the Top 5 most popular music learning articles on Flypaper this month.
