All the musical instruments in my life have had names. I believe they deserve them. After all, they have souls. We
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From the Muse: Writing for TV and Film
If you’re a songwriter or composer, at some point you may be asked to write for a TV show or
What comes first? Melody or lyrics?” This is a question I get asked a lot. My answer: When I sit down
From the Muse: Reconnecting With Your Creative Self
For the past few weeks I’ve found myself waking up in the morning wondering, “Is it Monday? Is it Thursday
From the Muse: The Pleasure / Pain Principle
In a recent blog (“Divine Discontent”), I relayed a story about a producer who told me he hoped I would always
From the Muse: Dress for Success
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in your own muse? Same pen? Same screen? Same room? Same song? Left
From the Muse: Destination Unknown
Recently, my father-in-law, Al Gorgoni, shared the notion that an artist doesn’t know where they’re going until they get
From the Muse: Golden Slumbers
I’m finishing my coffee. I’m entertaining a second cup. I’m procrastinating. Last night I texted a to-do list
I’ve never found the John to my Paul, the Bernie to my Elton, the Carole to my Gerry. There were
From the Muse: Taking A Leap of Faith
For the past few decades I’ve been writing songs for and collaborating with established recording artists. My job description has
