World-renowned composer Stephan Moccio shares insights on his classical training, writing hits for Miley Cyrus and The Weeknd, and his transition into solo work. He discusses creativity, discipline, and the role of spirituality in music, offering a unique perspective on the power of pauses in life.
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Why Solo Piano Connects Globally
Solo piano resonates because it's instrumental and transcends language and culture.
Simplicity meets modern playlists' demand for calm, making the genre widely popular.
question_answer ANECDOTE
28 Days In Provence Produced Many Pieces
Stephan lived alone in a French studio for 28 days with minimal precomposed material.
The isolation led him to write many pieces and return with multiple albums' worth of music.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Change Environment To Spark Creativity
Create intentional isolation to remove noise and access deeper creative work.
Use environment shifts to provoke new ideas when previous methods plateau.
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In this episode, Stephan Moccio shares his journey through the music industry, his creative process, and the power of showing up. Stephan is a world-renowned composer, artist, and producer, best known for his work on hits like Miley Cyrus' "Wrecking Ball" and The Weeknd's "Earned It." A classically trained pianist, Stephan has found success across genres and formats, from pop hits to Olympic theme songs. During our conversation, Stephan delves into his classical background, his experience writing hit songs for other artists, and his transition into solo work. He also shares insights on creativity, the power of discipline, and the importance of self-expression in music.
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Some highlights we explore:
How Stephan balances his classical training with his love for pop music
His experience writing for superstars like Miley Cyrus and The Weeknd
Stephan's thoughts on the creative process and how he combats writer's block
The impact of his solo career on his overall musical journey
Stephan's reflections on the role of spirituality and introspection in his music
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