In this episode of "Orchestrated," Chris Hazel and Mike Patti sit down with accomplished musician, producer, and songwriter Scott Goldbaum to delve into the intricate world of songwriting. Through personal anecdotes and live demonstrations, Scott shares his journey from a young and curious musician to working with industry giants like Sting, Randy Jackson and Keith Urban. The conversation explores the intimate process of songwriting, the creative process, and the importance of authenticity, adaptability, and non-judgement in music. Listeners will gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of songwriting, with practical advice for aspiring songwriters. This episode is a deep dive into the artistry and craft of creating music that resonates.

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:04:07 - Scott’s Songwriting journey
00:13:40 - The importance of genuine expression in songwriting
00:18:05 - Insights into the iterative process of songwriting and finding one’s voice.
00:27:28 - Allowing songs to develop over time.
00:30:14 -Writing for different artists and projects.
00:34:18 - Songwriting vs. composing
00:40:07 - Scott’s songwriting approach
00:43:10 - Stream-of-consciousness writing
00:47:24 - Self-judgement and the Creative process
00:55:21 - Considering your audience and taking chances
01:04:28 - Self awareness and creativity
01:12:19 - Writing solo vs with a band 
01:21:14 - Final thoughts and advice