Kate Paine’s Post

We tend to think—and be told—that the only way to truly be creative is to think outside of the box. But narrow down the options and you’re forced to focus just that bit more: think of it as like looking down a telescope instead of at the whole sky. For more and for some musical ways to practice creating within the box, check out the latest edition of the Discovering Music newsletter. https://lnkd.in/dJhG9vcQ #discoveringmusic #creativity #creativeprocess #howtothinkaboutmusic ___________________________________________________________________ 🎵I’m Dr Kate Paine. I bring the world of music and creativity to you, with a special focus on engagement, body/brain, storytelling, and innovation. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) ___________________________________________________________________

What do a triangle, a pentagon, and an octopus have in common? Sounds like the beginning of a joke, right? The answer is that they all contain prefixes that are found in the world of music. To find out more, go to the latest edition of the free Discovering Music newsletter, out every Thursday 🎵 https://lnkd.in/e-RrB4S9 __________________________________________________________________ 🎵I’m Dr Kate Paine. I bring the world of music and creativity to you, with a special focus on engagement, skill-building, storytelling, and innovation. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) __________________________________________________________________ #discoveringmusic #creativethinking #creativity #howtothinkaboutmusic #worldofmusic

Why are we horrified the first time we hear a recording of our own voice? Why does it sound different to other people? And is there nothing in this world we can actually take at face value? 😉 #discoveringmusic #discoveringcreativity #creativethinking #howtothinkaboutmusic #findingyourvoice #creativefirststeps __________________________________________________________________ 🎵I’m Dr Kate Paine. I bring the world of music to you, with a special focus on creativity, body/brain, storytelling, and innovation. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) __________________________________________________________________

When I watch scary movies I spend a lot of time holding a cushion in front of my face. Pathetic, I know. And the music doesn't help. It's designed to have us jumping up out of our seats or looking towards the dark corners of the room. For more on what it is about scary music that has this effect, go to the latest edition of my Discovering Music newsletter 👻 https://lnkd.in/ehgPdC2i _________________________________________________________________ 🎵I’m Dr Kate Paine. I bring the world of creativity to you through the lens of music and writing. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) _________________________________________________________________ #discoveringmusic #creativity #creativeprocess #howtobecreative

What do you do if your creative engine needs restarting? When I was a kid playing piano and it wasn’t going my way, I’d sometimes smash my hands down on the keys in frustration. Porridge music, my mother used to call it! Not very nice for anyone in the vicinity, but it certainly served a purpose, which was to give me a jolt and hit the refresh button. The key, I’m convinced, is all to do with play and just a little bit of chaos. For more, read today’s edition of my Discovering Music newsletter. #creativity #creativeprocess #howtobecreative #discoveringmusic #discoveringcreativity #creativefirststeps ________________________________________________________________ https://lnkd.in/e9Ci4ssa _________________________________________________________________ 🎵I’m Dr Kate Paine. I bring the world of music to you, with a special focus on creativity, body/brain, storytelling, and innovation. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) _________________________________________________________________

When I was a kid, my brother and I entertained ourselves on long car journeys by poking each other or looking out the window. But Japan came up with a very novel way to combine music and safety, keeping people entertained while driving on certain roads and making sure they keep within the speed limits. Music and engineering at their best, and just one more example of the way music is integrated into just about everything we do. To read more (and to hear an example), go to this week's edition of the Discovering Music newsletter 🎵 https://lnkd.in/eNewVfxY ___________________________________________________________________ 💡I’m Dr Kate Paine, and under the umbrella of The Creativity Helm I bring the world of creativity to you through the lens of music and writing. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) ___________________________________________________________________ #discoveringmusic #creativity #musicandengineering #howmusicworks #creativeprocess #music

Do you listen to music when you're trying to work or create? Or do you prefer white noise or nothing at all? And have you thought of seeing what happens when you try something different? I've moved from listening to the same album over and over to rain and waves until, finally, these days I can put my headphones on with no sound at all and away I go 🎧 Focus by association, anyone? For more on music and concentration, go to this week's edition of the Discovering Music newsletter 🎵 https://lnkd.in/eS4wry7M _________________________________________________________________ 🎵I’m Dr Kate Paine, and under the umbrella of The Creativity Helm I bring the world of creativity to you through the lens of music and writing. 🎵You can follow me, send me a message, and sign up for my Discovering Music newsletter (link up top) _________________________________________________________________ #discoveringmusic #creativity #creativityhelm #howtobecreative #creativeprocess

Don't push the song. Push its story. Showcase the creative process that went into it. People want to know the story. Music is everywhere, if they're just looking for a new song to listen to, they'll find it. Focusing on that is like trying to play odds in the lottery. Lean into who you are as an artist, create content and promote what artistic context that song gives your catalog. That's how you get fans to invest in YOU and not just land on somebody's playlist they listen to maybe once a week. Be an artist people can get behind and tell stories to match the music. As your catalog grows, you'll have more ways to connect. Be listened to > be heard.

Insights and key lessons from Finding the Music Inside: Your Inner Algorithm to a More Meaningful Life by Reynolds: Are you ready to reconnect with your inner purpose and elevate your creative journey? Finding the Music Inside isn't just a book—it's a guide to unlocking the hidden potential within every artist. Through powerful insights on authenticity, resilience, and purpose, Basil Reynolds challenges us to look beyond the external noise and rediscover the unique "music" that defines our true selves. This series will explore key lessons from the book, focusing on overcoming self-limiting beliefs, staying authentic in a demanding industry, and finding clarity amidst chaos. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned creative, these insights will empower you to navigate your journey with confidence and purpose. Stay tuned as we unpack every Thursday the transformative wisdom within Finding the Music Inside—your guide to a more meaningful, impactful artistic life. #ArtistDevelopment #CreativeGrowth #MusicIndustry #ResilienceInMusic #MusicMentorship #AuthenticityInMusic #FindingtheMusicInside

Have you ever tried writing a list of things that would blow your mind if they happened? Have you ever reviewed that list on a regular basis? And lastly, have you ever combined this process with a playlist of inspiring music? Many have done steps 1. Some have done steps 1 and 2. But very few have added the third step. When I read through my "mind-blowing list" of goals, I listen to Hans Zimmer's greatest hits. My mind drifts into possibilities for turning these lofty goals into a reality. The music motivates me to act now, organize my mind, create a blueprint, and go for it. If you haven't tried this yet. Do.