February 2018 - Composer's Toolbox

Where to find score calls and competitions

DanLisMusic Posted on February 28, 2018

Composer’s Toolbox discusses where to find score calls and competitions.

Advocacy

Listen – A Quick Note

DanLisMusic Posted on February 27, 2018

Here is a note on a non-musical form of listening.

Listen to this

Kory Reeder – A Thought

DanLisMusic Posted on February 26, 2018

Kory Reeder’s A Thought is a breathtaking opera. #listentothis

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How to Compose Music

DanLisMusic Posted on February 25, 2018January 19, 2019

How to compose music: a starter’s guide at Composer’s Toolbox.

Advocacy

Founders Day Challenge – Success!

DanLisMusic Posted on February 24, 2018

Thank you for supporting the Founders Day Challenge! Every gift made a huge impact to the students of the University of Hartford, including The Hartt School and the Hartt Community Division.

#harttexcellence

Pedagogy Tools for Composers

Can you learn to compose music?

DanLisMusic Posted on February 23, 2018

When I tell some people I compose–even some fellow musicians–I hear “I have no idea how anyone can do that” or “I could never do that”. The problem is, YES, you can do that.

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References in Professional Development

DanLisMusic Posted on February 22, 2018

When it comes to applications for opportunities, score calls, competitions, or any sort of professional development in music (and not in music), you will need strong references and deep connections.