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Wisdom Wednesday Struggling with creative blocks in your work? A key strategy: Focus on the smaller elements of your projects. It’s often the finer details that catalyse creative breakthroughs. 🖌️ From adjusting a single design element to refining a musical piece, small changes can have a profound impact on the overall result. Join us at BHVA for support along your creative journey. 📢 Professionals and artists, what are your go-to strategies for overcoming creative challenges? Share your insights below. #WisdomWednesday #CreativeStrategy #ProfessionalDevelopment #ArtInBusiness #BHVAWorkshops #LeadershipInArt #Innovation

Feels odd coming across this as I’m writing a (creative essay? In depth walk through? Disjointed thought process? Outlet of grieving?) on creating a fragrance entirely inspired by an extremely influential genre of music in my life in memory of a recently lost loved one. Only mine is not nearly as scientific and more focused on the creative (and musical) aspect. It’s also not in French. It probably makes far less sense as well seeing as I’m running a high fever, and after watching Portrait of a Lady on Fire almost 3 times it felt like I could understand what they were saying without reading the subtitles. Though I don’t speak any French. (This is obviously excluding the few times in which the perfumers spoke in English) Fragrance is something that is intrinsically liked to memory and emotion to me. In fact memory, or lack there of, is the core condition that sparked my passion and journey into fragrance. Everything happens for a reason. Last Christmas I got my mom Mary Anderson Libre. (I want to clarify that she is not my most loved one, my mom is very much in good health… maybe a bit tired from her vacation to Florida, but I don’t want to worry anybody who knows her). She picked it out, it was what stuck out the most to her. She had the option to pick out any perfume. There was no budget on it. Every time I smell Libre I associate it with feeling close to her. There is a beautiful power in perfumery, just like there is a beautiful power in music, both core art forms that have helped me with my memory issues. Life is mysterious. It is unexpected. Life is a spectrum of emotions and feelings that meet at a specific point to form a memory. Life is beautiful, and precious. Just like perfumery, just like music, life is art.

In this edition of #MusicalMinute, there's a lively atmosphere, evoking a spirited journey through the countryside. What do you perceive? It's interesting to note the evolution of this track from the one showcased at the beginning of the month. Essentially, these pieces represent an ongoing transformation... https://lnkd.in/eHdeyvcT

BrandMusiq’s co-founder, Ajit Varma, talks about the process of creating a MOGO®️ (Musical Logo) using Carl Jung’s theory of archetypes, and 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗮 𝗥𝗮𝘀𝗮𝘀’.  Watch the full episode on YouTube. Link in the first comment. #TheFutureIsSound #SonicBranding #AudioBranding #Branding #BrandArchetypes #BrandPersonality #Brand

Leading the way… How important is this to YOU in your industry? I openly admit I’m competitive, so if something is worth doing, it’s worth doing properly. AND that means at the front, forging the way forward 🙌🏼 I’m all for investing our time into identifying the next #InteriorDesign trends before they even happen. Staying ahead of the curve and bringing our customers the very best in style and quality. AND my youngest, is acting on our example and leading the way here, at the Pony Club Musical Ride at Nantwich Show 😍 So, are you leading in your industry? Are you leaving your competitors behind…? #CheshireMouldings #PremiumTimber

On Tuesday night I went to Cardiff to watch the much celebrated Taylor Swift Eras Tour and it was a night full of magic and also a lot of reflection from me. There are a lot of opinions about Taylor and I am not here to comment about her politically or economically - what I am here to talk about is excellence in your craft. The Eras Tour was FLAWLESS! I watch about 50-60 gigs a year and I am very particular about musical excellence and this was a masterclass. Every single facial expression, hand movement, costume change, and key change was executed to perfection. Taylor was focused and on form more consistently than any artist I have ever seen. She was engaged with the audience for every second she was on the stage and her performance was second to none. She is a testament to what attention to detail, diligence, and focused attention can achieve for a person’s career. This is absolutely true of every business I have ever worked in. If your team delivered to your clients in the way that Taylor did to hers, you would never worry about cash flow again. Getting flawless performance like Taylor might not be a reality for every business but imagine if you got 10% closer. What would that mean for your bottom line? If you want your team to #BeMoreTAYLOR then let's have a chat - their performance is your growth. #TaylorSwift #ErasTour #Cardiff #LiveMusic #ConcertReview #BusinessExcellence #AttentionToDetail #CustomerEngagement #PerformanceMatters

Today’s #MusicalMinute showcases a melody I've frequently incorporated over recent years. Can you guess its recurrent theme? Its spirited essence allows it to thrive in various contexts, making surprising appearances. Thoughts? https://lnkd.in/eGR-a6k4

As professionals, we often find ourselves faced with complex challenges that can't always be articulated easily. During such times, turning to the world of art – whether it's visual, musical, or any other form – can provide us with fresh perspectives and a means to express what may be difficult to put into words. Let's remember the power of art in our professional journeys, and how it can inspire innovation, creativity, and new ways of thinking. 🌟 #ArtInspires #Creativity #ProfessionalGrowth"

🎵 Sharing an intriguing nugget about the TV series "Oz"! 📺🎶 The captivating theme music, responsible for setting the show's intense and dark ambiance, was actually composed by none other than Christopher Meloni, renowned for his role as Chris Keller in the series. 🎼🎭 It's remarkable how a talented actor can extend his prowess to the realm of composition, contributing an extra layer of depth to the series' narrative. 🌟 The theme music serves as an auditory emblem, seamlessly immersing us into the gritty world of the show from the very start. The haunting melodies mirror the intricate lives of the characters within the prison backdrop, evoking suspense and anticipation that linger long after each episode concludes. 🔥🏢 Next time you tune in to "Oz," take a moment to appreciate the musical craftsmanship that enriches the storytelling experience. This underscores the powerful synergy of music and narrative, demonstrating how sound can enkindle emotions and enrich the ambiance in ways beyond words and visuals. 🎬🎶 #OzTVSeries #MusicalInsights

Performing in Front of Trump: An Artist's Experience and Perspective Join us as we delve into the unique experience of performing in front of President Trump. Hear firsthand accounts and insights from artists who have had the opportunity, exploring the impact and implications of such encounters. #PerformingInFrontOfTrump #ArtistsPerspective #TrumpEncounter #PresidentialPerformance #UniqueExperience #PublicAppearance #ArtandPolitics #ControversialEncounters #PoliticalInfluence #PerformanceArt