What do you think is more important right now for landing real projects as a composer? 👉 A polished demo reel 👉 Networking and connections Drop your vote and let us now why in the comments 👇

Everybody’s different, so take this list as inspiration rather than hard rules. Some things might click for you, others not so much — and that’s totally fine. ☕ Coffee One or two cups are usually enough. If you need more and still don’t feel awake, the issue probably isn’t “not enough coffee.” Also, caffeine hangs around in your system for hours — so if you’re waking up in the middle of the night (and it’s not the kids), your late coffee might be the real culprit. 🍳 Breakfast Choices Starting the day with protein instead of just carbs helps avoid that blood sugar rollercoaster. A carb-heavy breakfast can make you crash, leaving you tired or dizzy… and then we reach for more coffee. And while fruit juice often sounds “healthy,” the sugar spike is usually higher than you’d expect. To put it into perspective: a Coke Zero plus a Vitamin C supplement would probably be the healthier option — not as an actual breakfast choice, but just as a comparison. And for the record, sweeteners are among the most researched food ingredients out there, and no, they don’t cause cancer. ☀️ Vitamin D3 For me, this is the ultimate mood booster. Most of us don’t get enough sun (especially in winter), and Vitamin D is tied to energy, immune system, and yes — your mood. Feels like turning the light switch back on. 💪 Creatine Not just for gym rats. Creatine is one of the most researched supplements out there, and it supports your brain just as much as your muscles. It can help with energy, focus, and even long-term cognitive health. Pretty crazy that almost everyone could benefit from it. 🌬 Breathing Most of the time we breathe shallow without even noticing. A couple of slow, deep breaths during the day can reset your nervous system and bring you back into the moment. Simple, free, and surprisingly effective. 🚶 Walk, Don’t Run You don’t have to run marathons to stay in shape. Running burns through glycogen (your quick energy stores) first, and yes, it can also dip into muscle if those stores are low. Walking, on the other hand, keeps you in a lower intensity “fat-burning zone” and is much easier on your body. Sure, running burns more calories in less time, but for long-term health and consistency, a simple 20-minute walk a day is more than enough — and something most people can actually stick with.

Hello everyone. Although I already own some good orchestral libraries, I'm wondering if you consider Spitfire Symphony Orchestra good enough to expand my collection. I think the current offer is more than good and the question is whether there will be more opportunities like this (although I have the impression that in the future many libraries will be cheaper, as if some new phase with Splice is coming), but the whole bundle together with Symphonic Extras and Originals Intimate Grand Piano costs me 234€. Cheaper than getting Symphony Orchestra at the 50% discount on the entire cart that is currently active. I'm especially interested in the opinions of those who may own the library and have actively worked on a project with it. Thanks everyone in advance.

While I produced many songs ranging from rock up to heavy metal with electric guitar libraries. I still feel like they don’t sound realistic enough. I know nothing beats the real thing, but how do approach programming and mixing virtual guitars?

Hey all. What are your views about using LinkedIn as a means of networking with potential clients or a means of advertising? I've just created one today but I'm wondering if it might be a lame idea? p.s. I'm right at the beginning of my journey hoping to make a start and land my first paid job. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ti%C5%8Dn-345952306/