Summary
In this episode of 'That's Life, I Swear,' host Rick Barron speaks with Andy Unruh, the creator of the Amazonica, an innovative musical instrument designed to make music accessible to everyone.
Andy shares his journey from a career in nuclear engineering to developing a unique instrument that allows people to play music without years of practice.
The conversation delves into the challenges of design, the philosophy of failing fast, and the significance of user feedback. Andy emphasizes the joy of music and the need for creativity in a world increasingly dominated by technology.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Andy Unruh and the Amazonica
04:01 The Journey to Creating the Amazonica
12:08 Design Philosophy and Failing Fast
17:48 Material Selection and Prototyping Challenges
23:48 Feedback from Users and Musicians
29:34 Connecting with Creators
30:42 Advice for Aspiring Creators
33:29 Next Steps in Product Development
34:27 Inspiration Behind the Amazonica
35:32 Understanding Music and Learning Instruments
38:32 The Journey of Invention
40:24 The Role of Creativity
41:17 The Future of Music and AI
45:15 Speed Round: Personal Insights
52:59 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Supporting links
1. Introducing the Amazonica [MusicMadeEez website]
2. The Amazonica Advantage [YouTube]
3. Getting Started with The Amazonica [YouTube]
4. Steps in Learning Music [Modacity]
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