My Principles of Orchestration

The Art of Composing Podcast by Jon Brantingham

Mar 4, 201527:50Music

Orchestration is a tempting thing for any composer. The excitement of conducting your own piece in front of 80-120 players, bringing the audience to tears... it's hard to beat. But are you ready for it? In this episode,...

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