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The Composer's Life

Nadia
Afro-Cuban Music
Music Business
Daniel Asia
Branding
Independent Music Industry
Books: Djs Mean Business; the Quiet Storm
Canada
Video Game Music
Spotify
Music Education
Songwriting
Children's Choirs
Apple Music
Lontano
London Festival Of American Music
New Orleans
United Kingdom
Email Marketing
AI In Music
Film Scoring

Diving into the day-to-day details of a composer: what they do, how they do it, and why. Nadia, the host, is a composer for film and media and a graduate from Berklee College of Music. She shares tips on how to compose, music theory, her experiences, and interviews other composers to give you an insider's view on composing professionally. Website: www.nadiamair.com/the-composers-lifeEmail:... more

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In this episode, I sit down with songwriter, composer, and pianist Esther Ling to discuss her unconventional path from engineering to music. 

Born in Malaysia and now based in Calgary, Esther spent years building a career outside the arts before red... more

If you're looking to learn more about how to take yourself seriously as a musician, create a brand and business around what you do, and want the steps to get to there, you will find your answers in this episode.

Amani Roberts is a coach for musician... more

Join me in interviewing Odaline de la Martinez — an award-winning composer, conductor, record producer, and event curator — as we speak about Afro-Cuban's influence in western music, her background, and why she chose to pursue music composition.

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In this second part of my conversation with composer Daniel Asia, we move deeper into the practical and philosophical side of a composing career: how composers navigate opportunities, develop their voice, and sustain creative work across decades.

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Esther Ling
Composer and songwriter from Canada
Canada
Episode: Esther Ling - Composing a New Career After Becoming an Engineer
Amani Roberts
Music business professor, professional DJ, bestselling author, and music creator
Independent musician and educator
Episode: Amani Roberts: The Expert of Music Business (and making YOUR music your business)
Odaline de la Martinez
Composer, conductor, founder of Lontano and London Festival of American Music
Lontano; London Festival of American Music
Episode: Odaline de la Martinez: Composer & Conductor bringing Afro-Cuban music to the Classical world
Daniel Asia
Composer; studied at Yale School of Music; notable works and awards discussed
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Episode: Daniel Asia: A Look into This Yale Graduate's Composing Career (Part One)
Michael Sweet
Video game composer and sound designer
Independent contractor, previously owned game/sound design companies
Episode: Michael Sweet: Video Game Composer & Sound Designer

Host

Nadia Maïr
Host of The Composer's Life; composer for film and media; Berklee College of Music alum

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Really easy to listen to and explained well

    Also love that there’s a webpage to support the info so we can look it up later. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reviewman34
    United States3 years ago
  • Best podcast for composers

    I love this podcast! It’s the best one and much needed. Love Nadia’s tone :))

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dale Isio
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Love it!!!

    Great content and extremely well presented. Always helps when I’m feeling stressed about my own compositions!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dale Isio
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host's clear, calm delivery and structured episodes make complex topics accessible.
Listeners praise the approachable, practical guidance for composing and releasing music.
Guests are typically seasoned pros who share real-world career insights.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#59
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#162
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#250
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Esther Ling - Composing a New Career After Becoming an Engineer
Q: What does day-to-day balance look like for you with kids and a music career?
She uses strict scheduling, short writing sessions, free writing to spark ideas, and voice memos to capture ideas on the go, emphasizing that creative flow often comes in bursts and requires adaptable planning.
Esther Ling - Composing a New Career After Becoming an Engineer
Q: Were you planning on lessons? What was your head at after finishing your degree?
Esther wanted to continue songwriting and discovered that formal education in composition opened new doors, leading to her first single and a shift toward writing for choirs and children.
Daniel Asia: A Look into This Yale Graduate's Composing Career (Part One)
Q: After finishing your studies, did you know you wanted to work as a composer, or what was your career vision?
He describes a dual path combining conducting and composing, ultimately pursuing opportunities in both areas and teaching, with Yale and UCSD as strategic considerations.
Daniel Asia: A Look into This Yale Graduate's Composing Career (Part One)
Q: And you studied with Jacob Druckmann at Yale; was that the main influence during that period?
Yes, he highlights Druckmann as a central influence, alongside conducting with Arthur Weisberg, which helped shape his approach to both composition and performance.
Daniel Asia: A Look into This Yale Graduate's Composing Career (Part One)
Q: What drew you to actually start writing though?
The guest explains that writing began as a way to hear something new and to explore ideas that hadn't been done yet, driven by curiosity and a desire for personal expression.

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