Trusting Your Gut: Navigating Music Composition with Intuition (Ep 22 UreMusic Mentor)

Kevin discussed the importance of intuition in music and its development through consistent practice and learning, emphasizing the significance of visualization and internalization of musical concepts. He also highlighted the value of learning from experience, patience in personal growth, and the role of intuition and music theory in composition. Lastly, Kevin shared his journey as a musician and educator, his approach to creating content, and encouraged viewers to follow him on YouTube and sign up for his podcast.

Books Referenced:

📚Elements of Music Composition: https://amzn.to/3RZbaWf

📚Music Composition Technique Builder: https://amzn.to/4j0lSqH

📚Elementary Training for Musicians: https://amzn.to/4j0lSqH

📚Theory of Harmony: https://amzn.to/4j0lSqH

Intuition in Music: Kevin's Experiences

Kevin discussed the importance of intuition in music and how it can be developed through consistent practice and learning. He shared his personal experiences of improving his ear and intuition by creating and using various music theory and ear training programs. Kevin emphasized that intuition is based on what one has learned and that it becomes more effective with daily reinforcement. He also highlighted the significance of visualization and internalization of musical concepts for better retention and understanding.

Intuition and Personal Growth

Kevin discussed the importance of learning from experience and the value of patience in personal growth. He shared his own journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the need to balance experimentation with learning from others. Kevin also highlighted the significance of intuition, which becomes clearer with consistent practice and the right approach to learning. He encouraged the audience to follow a process he has developed to enhance their intuition, emphasizing the importance of studying in the appropriate way.

Intuition and Music Theory in Composition

Kevin discussed the importance of intuition and music theory in composition. He emphasized that intuition is based on what one already knows, and it's crucial to analyze one's own music to make it better. Kevin also highlighted the value of using a piano to improvise and internalize music, rather than relying solely on notation programs. He shared his personal experience of studying music theory, which became a part of his internal process, and how it could have improved his composition skills. Kevin encouraged the audience to replace wasted time with ear training and music theory, as these skills can be developed over time and can enhance one's musical abilities.

Continuous Learning and Musical Development

Kevin discussed his journey as a musician and educator, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and practice. He shared his experience of teaching at a university and how it helped him develop a more fluid approach to teaching music theory. Kevin also outlined his plans to complete a series of courses on ear training, audiation, counterpoint, and form analysis, which he believes will help others develop their musical skills in a shorter time frame. He encouraged aspiring musicians to start their training today, regardless of their current level, and to commit to daily practice to see significant improvement.

Kevin's Content Creation Strategy

Kevin discussed his approach to creating content for his YouTube channel and podcast. He plans to maintain an authentic and unscripted style, focusing on specific goals for each session. He also mentioned his current schedule, which includes a live stream on Wednesdays and a podcast on Fridays. Kevin encouraged viewers to fol