Orchestrated: A Music Podcast

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David Das on the Future of Music Creation Jul 13, 2026

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Composer Michael Patti sits down with composer and SCL Vice President David Das for a hopeful, honest conversation about the future of music creation.

As technology changes rapidly, many composers and musicians are asking the same questions: What happens to human creativity? How do creators protect their work? And how can new tools help musicians without replacing the people behind the music?

Michael and David discuss the challenges facing music creators today, including creator rights, compensation, ethical technology, live musicians, sample libraries, and the ongoing advocacy work happening in Washington through the Society of Composers and Lyricists.

This conversation is not about fear. It is about finding a better path forward — one where technology supports creators, human musicianship still matters, and the future of music remains deeply creative, expressive, and human.

Big Dreams, Small Town: Molly Rogers' Epic Music Career Apr 19, 2024

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What do Hans Zimmer, Billie Eilish, Game of Thrones, and Kendrick Lamar have in common? They’ve all worked with Molly Rogers. Over the last decade or so, Molly has proven to be somewhat of a juggernaut in the music world. Armed with her violin, viola, and voice, she’s been featured on a staggering list of major Hollywood film scores, video games, albums and stages around the world. But it hasn’t always been that way.

Growing up in a funeral home in Frankfurt, Kentucky, Molly discovered the complexities of grief and human emotion at a young age, and she turned to music to help her process it all. Starting violin lessons at the age of 4, she found a creative outlet that would shape the trajectory of the rest of her life. So in this episode Molly sits down with the Orchestrated crew to share her journey from a small Kentucky town to massive studios and stages around the world, and offers her unique insights on the importance of staying in touch with your love for music, no matter how big your career gets.

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00:00 Preview

00:34 Introducing Molly

03:26 Molly’s Ridiculous Resume

06:25 Growing up in a funeral home

07:53 Starting young

11:24 Getting serious about music

19:47 The “Prodigy” myth

29:25 Moving to Hollywood

33:55 Making a name & finding community

38:27 The turning point

43:48 Lessons from the early days

48:01 Recording vs Performing

52:41 The challenges of success

01:00:29 The career of Molly’s dreams

01:10:04 Looking forward/Orchid Quartet

01:15:43 Outro

The Art of Songwriting ft. Scott Goldbaum Apr 04, 2024

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In this episode of "Orchestrated," Chris Hazel and Mike Patti sit down with accomplished musician, producer, and songwriter Scott Goldbaum to delve into the intricate world of songwriting. Through personal anecdotes and live demonstrations, Scott shares his journey from a young and curious musician to working with industry giants like Sting, Randy Jackson and Keith Urban. The conversation explores the intimate process of songwriting, the creative process, and the importance of authenticity, adaptability, and non-judgement in music. Listeners will gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of songwriting, with practical advice for aspiring songwriters. This episode is a deep dive into the artistry and craft of creating music that resonates.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:04:07 - Scott’s Songwriting journey

00:13:40 - The importance of genuine expression in songwriting

00:18:05 - Insights into the iterative process of songwriting and finding one’s voice.

00:27:28 - Allowing songs to develop over time.

00:30:14 -Writing for different artists and projects.

00:34:18 - Songwriting vs. composing

00:40:07 - Scott’s songwriting approach

00:43:10 - Stream-of-consciousness writing

00:47:24 - Self-judgement and the Creative process

00:55:21 - Considering your audience and taking chances

01:04:28 - Self awareness and creativity

01:12:19 - Writing solo vs with a band

01:21:14 - Final thoughts and advice

Artistry vs Algorithms: Creativity in the Age of Social Media ft. TAETRO Mar 21, 2024

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This week on Orchestrated, electronic music producer TAETRO joins hosts Chris Hazel and Steve Goldstein to dive into the dynamic world of music creation in an online world. Since 2014, TAETRO has built a substantial presence on YouTube, developing a large, highly engaged community and a sustainable creative career. Together, the trio explore the multifaceted journey of music production, the evolution of YouTube as a platform for artists, and share universal insights into maintaining a fulfilling creative life in the face of relentless digital demand. Whether you're an aspiring musician, a seasoned producer, or a curious listener, this episode offers valuable perspectives on living a fulfilling creative life regardless of your aspirations.

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00:00 - Intro

06:14 - TAETRO’s YouTube Journey

12:08 - Demystifying the creative process

18:28 - Redefining success

21:25 - Staying versatile as a creator

26:13 - Staying mentally healthy

36:28 - Expanding your skillset

47:00 - The importance of exploring other interests

55:28 - Handling Trolls

56:39 - Dealing with burnout/leave the pressure behind

01:15:03 - Identity/being more than just one thing

01:23:17 - Advice for aspiring content creators

01:26:46 - Outro

Music Thieves, Industry Destruction, and More | Mailbag #2 Mar 06, 2024

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The Orchestrated crew is back at it with a second Mailbag episode! In this episode Mike Patti, Steve Goldshein, and Chris Hayzel answer more of your music questions, ranging from how to protect your music from sneaky music bandits, to making smooth transitions between scenes in a film, and even prophesying the potential destruction of the media music industry! So buckle in for another fun Q&A session with Orchestrated: A Music Podcast.

00:00 - Intro

02:41 - How do I protect my music?

10:01 - How do I tilt the odds in my favor?

19:26 - Will unbalanced career opportunities ruin the industry?

42:46 - What’s the best way to transition between scenes?

57:46 - Mike’s Mailbag Question

1:11:12 - Outro

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Pursuing a Musical Life ft. Jongnic Bontemps Feb 22, 2024

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Jongnic Bontempts (JB) is a powerhouse of a composer. With his incredible work on films like The Land, United Skates, and Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, you'd think that he's been in the film music game forever. So you might be surprised to know that JB didn't even discover his interest in film music until he was in his mid 30s.

Normally the pursuit of a music career is considered to be a young person's game, and yet JB stepped into this world later in life, and with his experience and his unique perspective he's been able to carve out an incredibly successful and expressive career as one of today's hottest modern film composers.

So in this episode of Orchestrated, Mike Patti and Chris Hayzel learn about JB's background, his journey, and how his perspective, family, and faith helped him to build a successful career in the world of film music.

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00:00 Intro

02:41 How we know JB

04:48 Why I never saw music as a career

09:40 Diving into the tech world

12:48 Giving up success to pursue music

17:47 Erasing the slate/back to school

19:22 It’s not who you know, it’s who knows you

24:13 Balancing life with music

33:21 Living a musical life

39:53 Age and race in the music industry

48:15 The importance of being yourself

52:50 What kind of musician are you?

57:25 Where music is going/keeping perspective

01:02:50 Conclusion

Music School, Major Cities, and More | Mailbag #1 Feb 07, 2024

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On this week's episode of Orchestrated, we're answering your music questions! Whether you're just starting out in music, or you've been in for a while and are wondering where to go next, Mike Patti, Steve Goldshein, and Chris Hayzel are combining their decades of experience to (hopefully) provide you with some helpful insight when it comes to navigating the often confusing world of Professional Music Production. #musicproducer #musicbusiness #composer #cinesamples #musio -----------------------------------------

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Send us your questions at orchestrated@musio.com --------------------------------------- 00:00 - Intro 02:11 - How do you get music in music libraries? 07:45 - What is a music library? 18:43 - How do you make samples sound realistic? 31:28 - Mixing orchestral samples 38:20 - Does music school really matter? 48:07 - Should I move to a big city for music? 54:23 - How do you charge for music creation? 01:05:45 - The bullshit of music business 01:11:28 - Conclusion

The Business of Making Music with Brian Ralston Jan 30, 2024

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On this week's episode of Orchestrated: A Music Podcast, Mike Patti and Chris Hayzel are joined by film composer Brian Ralston to talk about the business of making music.

With over 20 years in the industry and a keen interest in helping to guide young composers, Brian has taught music business courses at UCLA's Film Scoring Program and hosted the popular SCOREcast Podcast. On the pod we discuss how to get started in the industry, the importance of being diverse in your abilities, how to negotiate contracts, and most importantly, how to make money as a film composer.

Brian also fills us in on his newest endeavor "Demystifying the Composer Business," a seminar with the express goal of spreading music business knowledge to a wider audience to help them navigate the often daunting terrain of Hollywood. Check out the course at the link below and enter the code ORCHESTRATED to get $50 off the two day seminar and take advantage of this amazing opportunity to get real insight from real professionals.

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00:00 - Intro

01:47 - Are We Recording?

04:00 - Meet Brian Ralston

08:42 - Essential Skills for Professional Composers

14:42 - Negotiating Contracts

22:31 - The Importance Diversifying

24:58 - How To Charge For Your Music

30:24 - Streaming Services and Royalties

39:11 - The Importance of Diversifying (part 2)

42:41 - Being A Musical Entrepreneur

51:05 - Putting Food On The Table In The Beginning

55:48 - Working for Other Composers

01:00:04 - What it Takes To Be In The Business

01:07:14 - A.I. and The Future of Music

01:23:25 - Demystifying The Composer Business

01:29:35 - Conclusion

Artificially Intelligent Thoughts on A.I. Music Jan 11, 2024

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It’s no secret that A.I. is a nuanced hot button issue, especially in the world of music and the creative arts. But the inevitable nature of this fast developing technology is so prevalent that we feel obligated as a music tech company to take a closer look at it. So in this episode, the Musio team discusses the potential impacts of Artificial Intelligence on the creative process. Mike, Steve, and Chris examine ways that A.I. tools have made a positive change in some creative mediums, while considering carefully the potential negatives and the concerns of music creators around the world, all while trying to find the answer to the question: Should Musio include A.I.?

00:00 Introduction (Why we’re talking about A.I.)

06:09 Our Personal Feelings About A.I.

13:13 Reshaping the Creative Process

19:27 Helpful A.I. in Video Editing

25:14 Potential Negative Impacts

28:08 A.I. in the Music Industry

30:30 Music That Stands the Test of Time

35:32 Potential Impacts On Music Learning

47:35 A.I.’s Ability to Evoke Emotions in Art

51:50 Can A.I. Emulate the Human Quality of Music?

57:13 How Musio Could Ethically Implement A.I.

01:09:53 The Unpredictable Nature of Modern Technology

01:16:30 It’s An Exciting Time (What Should We Do?)

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The Evolution of Film Music ft. Composer David Newman Dec 28, 2023

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Back in 2021, while Cinesamples was recording their Industry Brass libraries at the Alfred Newman Scoring Stage, Mike Patti sat down with American composer and conductor David Newman to talk about his career, what it was like to get started in the industry back then, how music transformed film way back in the 1930s (and saved King Kong), and how technology is transforming film music today. Newman's experience both as a prolific composer and as the son of Alfred Newman (one of film music's most iconic figures) gives him a unique long-view perspective on the past, present, and future of music in the world of movies, and he shares it all with us here. So pop on your headphones, press play, and enjoy this incredible conversation with David Newman.

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