Composer Vinicius Barbosa Pippa believes that musicians need to be creative not only in their musical works, but also how they structure their career. In this episode we discuss Vinicius’ journey from Brazil to the Berklee College of Music, to LA where he is currently running his own company “The Music Giant.” During our conversation we discuss how to say yes to diverse opportunities without losing sight of the ultimate goal, how to gain essential skills in unexpected places, and how to have fun and enjoy life along the way.

Topics Include:
• From Brazil to Berklee College of Music
• Composing process: echoes of an idea fleshed out
• The different paths in a music career leading to your ultimate goal
• How experience in music editing can help composers technically and creatively
• Be creative in how you structure your career
• Say yes to opportunities without losing sight of your ultimate goal
• Conducting an orchestra, conducting to screen
• The next experiment – The Music Giant
• Advice for aspiring musicians

Music featured in this episode:
“The Last Battle” composed and recorded by Vinicius Barbosa Pippa
“Catalyst” composed and recorded by Vinicius Barbosa Pippa
All music shared with permission

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