Orchestrated: A Music Podcast

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.

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

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

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

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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