So I'm hoping to discipline myself to write once a week at the very least.
I think it would be swell to demystify the life and times of a freelance musician/producer/engineer/contractor, while sharing lessons and funny stories.
Also, it's just plain fun to share the trials and excitements of making a rather fun living.
With that said, here's what's happening NOW:
I recently negotiated a small contract for some music in a short film.
Produced by: Tim Keefe and Directed by: Ross Sebek (prounounced Shebek)
I mixed the audio, wrote an original piece, and adapted some music from Morris Pleasure and Rachel Eckroth. If everything goes as planned, this piece will air on Comedy Central as it recently won a competition!
What have I learned, you ask ?? Be clear with your contract requirements and standard practices from the beginning. In Summary, I'M DONE WORKING FOR FREE. Tomorrow I have a meeting with my lawyer, Joe Habachy to discuss future plans and musical-legal needs.
Speaking of which, I spent the better part of an hour registering some music with BMI that will be featured in an upcoming documentary on Minor League Groundskeepers.
I worked closely with Director Scott Balzer, and my friend David Labruyere to create some really cool music for this film. I believe that it is one of the more concise and entertaining films that I have worked on to date.
Please bear with me on these first few posts, I plan to have a more focused and educational approach when I can get into a routine. (and some pictures too ?!?)
