A new weekly conversation amongst music-makers across the world discussing life in the music business, technology, mixing tips, career advice and a bit of good old fashioned smut thrown in for good measure.Every musician has a few regrets—missed chances, wrong turns, or gigs they wish they hadn’t taken. In this episode, Christian discusses the professional “what-ifs” that linger long after the job is over. Also, just how do you cope with gigs in the howling wind or freezing cold?. From frozen fingers on stage to the burning question of whether it was all worth it, this is a candid look at resilience, mistakes, and the unexpected moments that shape a music career.
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It's Not You, It's Me - Dealing With Rejection and Should You Pitch for a Job Blackout Drunk?
A new weekly conversation amongst music-makers across the world discussing life in the music business, technology, mixing tips, career advice and a bit of good old fashioned smut thrown in for good measure.In this week's episode Christian gives some advice on what you should do when a client (or potential client) rejects your work. And should you pitch for a job when you're blackout drunk? Spoiler: probably not. We also discuss your self-worth as an artist and should you work for free?
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Musicality, is it nature or nurture?
A new weekly conversation amongst music-makers across the world discussing life in the music business, technology, mixing tips, career advice and a bit of good old fashioned smut thrown in for good measure.In this week's episode Christian discusses where musicality comes from. Are you born with it or is it from your surroundings? And also asks what is the best gig you've been to?
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What... And Give Up Show Business???
A new weekly conversation amongst music-makers across the world discussing life in the music business, technology, mixing tips, career advice and a bit of good old fashioned smut thrown in for good measure.In this week’s episode, Christian asks: Why stay in such a competitive and challenging industry? The contributors’ heartfelt answers lead to a near tear-jerker moment — hankies at the ready!
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The Cranston Philosophy - A Key To Success?
A new weekly conversation amongst music-makers across the world discussing life in the music business, technology, mixing tips, career advice and a bit of good old fashioned smut thrown in for good measure. Bring your rubber chicken. In this episode we discuss the "Cranston Philosophy" and how a throw away quote from a podcast has transformed host; Christian Henson's approach to securing new commissions.
Join music tech company founder and Bafta nominated film and TV composer Christian Henson (Inside No.9, Poirot, Alien Isolation) for a weekly podcast aimed at building a network and supporting composers in all fields and at all stages.
Whether you’re new to creating music, been in the business for years or just an enthusiastic hobbyist, everyone is welcome to listen and indeed take part in ‘The Fellowship’. In each episode Christian hosts a video meet where anyone and everyone is invited to join and discuss anything and everything music related.
The podcast also features news and updates on Crow Hill, Christian's successful music tech company and the occasional special guest too. Past guests have included Radiohead drummer Phillip Selway, cellist Tina Guo, musical artist Snakes of Russia and legendary music maker Andy Gray.
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