Music Trends for the Next Decade: Part One
What does 5G mean to the music industry? A wave of fundamental changes is happening in the music industry as the 5G (and 6G) network becomes […]
Metaverse part two. 7th April 2022
Metaverse – Part Two: Meta Music Academy Given the power and potential of the metaverse, what does that mean for me as a music educator? I […]
Streaming in China. 1st June 2022
Streaming in China About a decade ago, 99% of China’s digital music was pirated with low quality. Fast forward to 2022, and China is now the […]
Future of music catelog 1st September 2022
Why are artists selling off their music catalog Over 5 billion USD was spent on acquiring music rights in 2021. Music icons including David Bowie (250 […]
Metaverse Part One
When you enter the metaverse, you can interact with objects, travel almost anywhere, and meet up with other people from all over the world. How? Well, […]
Would Mozart jump out of his grave if he knew what AI is doing to the music industry?
Reaching out to your fans today takes more than just good music, showmanship and live concerts. With the proliferation of social media apps and the many […]
Artists = brands
Artists no longer earn big bucks by simply selling records (through physical CDs and digital distribution). Starting from over a decade ago, artists have had to […]
Would live streaming, AR and VR replace live concerts?
On April 20, 2020, the Global Citizen “Together at home” concert was streamed live to more than 20 million viewers in the United States. To put […]
The death of record labels or just another revolution?
The proliferation of digital distribution means neither indie artists nor established singers need a record label to distribute their music anymore. Many artists like Chance the […]
What do musicians do in a world in lockdown?
One of my most admired composers, Baron Andrew Lloyd Webber, has recently been very active on social media, sharing his views on music, discussing life experiences, […]
How to stay “relevant” as a composer and musician
Despite my years of experience in music training, I recently went back to school to study audio engineering and music production. My friends were surprised. Why […]
What does it take to be a KOL in the digital world?
Many people have talked about how technology and the internet have changed the world for the better, from online shopping to music streaming. The latest development […]
How to get inspired during the pandemic
The COVID pandemic has not stopped artists from sharing their ideas and music, or showing care and love, through the digital world. Yes, there may be […]
The New Frontier in streaming services
THE BANKER – An Original Apple TV plus movie In an era where streaming movies and TV programs has become the norm, Apple has joined the […]
Up Close and Personal with Baron Andrew Lloyd Webber
For a music lover like myself who has watched “The Phantom of the Opera” over 30 times in locations around the world from New York City, […]
Face to face with a former judge of the Court of Final Appeal
Judge Henry Litton At 83-years-old Mr. Henry Litton, the former Permanent Judge of the Court of Final Appeal, is remarkably responsive, witty, and straight to the […]Music and CEOs: Mr Hans Michael Jebsen An elegant, kind, and genuine music lover
Music and CEOs: Mr Hans Michael Jebsen An elegant, kind, and genuine music lover Picture yourself as an adventurous traveller in the beautiful Danish countryside during […]
Talent, luck, or money? What does it take to make it in showbiz?
There have been many debates about what it takes to become successful in show business. With faith, most of us still believe that talent must come […]
A Great Value For The Money – Headphones
Can these headphones give you the same experience as Oscar and Grammy award-winning recording engineers and artists enjoy? Don’t fall into the marketing scam. There is […]
Visiting London, U.K. this summer? These are the five musicals you must not miss
I often get asked the question, “What musicals would you see if you only had a few days in London?” My favourite kid-friendly musical is […]
An interview with Isabelle Allen – The child star from the Les Miserable movie
Isabelle was discovered by the head of the British National Youth Music Theatre, Mr. Jeremy Taylor, at Moira House Girls School http://www.moirahouse.co.uk. Isabelle was noticed for […]
Music and CEOs – Bernard Chan 陳智思
Businessman, politician, artist and the ultimate cool guy Berni is a prominent figure with many titles and major responsibilities. He’s the president of Asia Financial Holdings […]
Christmas in London: An unforgettable experience at the Royal Opera House
My favourite time to visit London, U.K. is end of November, just before the Christmas crowds rush into town. Around the third week of the month, […]
Does the conductor of a classical orchestra have a similar role as the CEO of a corporation?
Similar to the CEO of the company, the conductor must know his or her “business” with a deep understanding. In the case of the conductor, his […]
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
How could anyone resist falling in love with a man who is dashingly handsome, composes songs, and sings like an angel? Prince Albert was all of […]
Can Computers Replace Real Composers a.k.a Humans?
Could you love a piece of music generated by a computer programme? A couple of years ago, I came across a few articles that touched on […]
What Is Great Music?
What do Mozart, Chopin, U2, Adele, Ed Sheeran, and Bruno Mars have in common? In plain English, all of their music can have an impact on […]