The Keys Coach Podcast

Mike MacLennan (Who Do You Think You Are? / The Grand Tour) - Insights into Music for TV & Film (Bonus Episode)

Mike MacLennan is a TV & Film composer. Recent work includes the flagship BBC1 series Who Do You Think You Are, and he is currently co-scoring an upcoming natural history feature for Netflix with Paul-Leonard Morgan. He has written music for The Grand Tour (Amazon), Designated Survivor (Netflix) and the hit TV show, Dynasty. He has also composed additional music for a number of TV & film projects, working most recently with David Arnold on the BBC One drama Inside Man, starring Stanley Tucci & David Tennant. 
In this special bonus episode, we delve into what it means to be a media composer. Mike initially started out learning piano, and he knew from an early age that he wanted to work in the TV and Film industry.

Rob Eckland - Working as a Session Keys Player: What Does It Take?

Rob Eckland is one of the busiest keys players and arrangers in the industry. He has played with everyone - Cher, Nile Rodgers, Kylie Minogue, Bryan Adams, Robbie Williams, Jess Glynne - the list goes on…!
In this episode, Adam chats to Rob about his early days, his work on TV shows like ‘The X Factor’ and ‘Britain’s Got Talent’, they talk about managing multiple projects, and Rob’s recent EP "Beyond The Lights." This interview is packed with so much excellent advice for anyone wanting to enter the industry.
 
In this episode you will learn:
What it’s like to be a musical director for TV shows like Britains got Talent and the Masked Singer
Why so much of the work Rob does now, can be traced back to one band
The skills needed to be a session keys player and arranger
Why there is so much more to being a musician, than just being good at music… and lots, lots more!
 
🔗 Connect with Rob
Rob’s Website
Instagram
Beyond The Lights
 
 
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Hosted by Adam Saunders
Music - dcuttermusic.com

Yolanda Charles - Running Your Own Band: What Does It Take? (Bonus Episode)

Welcome to the first bonus episode! These bonus episodes will feature special guests from the music industry.
 
UK Bassist Yolanda Charles MBE has been working as a session musician since 1990 starting her career playing for Jimmy Sommerville, Aztec Camera and Paul Weller.
 
During a career spanning the next 30 years, she worked with an eclectic mix of artists including, Robbie Williams, BB King, Eric Clapton, Roger Daltrey, Van Morrison, Mick Jagger, Anastasia, Sinead O’Connor, Daryl Hall, Musical Director for the Eurythmic’s Dave Stewart and TV houseband work with Jonathan Ross, Ricky Wilson (Kaiser Chiefs) & Nicole Scherzinger (Pussy Cat Dolls).
 
Yolanda’s more recent work includes performing live with composer Hans Zimmer and working on various film soundtracks including “A Knight’s Tale” “Alfie” “Home” “Boss Baby” I & II and most recently Dune. In 2020 Yolanda was a recipient of an MBE for services to music.
 
Yolanda is the leader of funk/RnB band – PROJECT PH and in this very special bonus episode, we explore what it takes to start and run your own band.
 
In this episode you will learn:
How to start your own band
The skills required to be an effective bandleader
How Yolanda found the exact time in the day when she is most creative
How Yolanda ended up singing a lead vocal on Hans Zimmer’s world tour
Strategies to help you sing and play at the same time and lots, lots more!
 
🔗 Connect with Yolanda
Instagram
Project PH
Project PH at Ronnie Scott's
Talking and playing bass 🤯
Project PH Bandcamp
 
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Hosted by Adam Saunders
Music - dcuttermusic.com

Tony Briscoe - How Playing Piano Opened Up Many Doors to the Music Industry

Tony Briscoe is a keys player, producer and composer. His music industry accomplishments include a range of UK chart successes with artists such as Craig David, Beverley Knight, and the Artful Dodger. He has also composed music for David Attenborough’s wildlife TV series Life in Cold Blood (Under The Skin).
Tony is also an app developer and has built ‘Chordio’ - a powerful composition and music theory tool.
 
In this episode you will learn:
How learning keys was Tony’s portal into the music industry
What it’s like to collaborate with Craig David, Mark Hill and Beverley Knight
Whether Tony believes AI will change the music industry
How anyone can get going with music production
Why EVERY musician should learn piano… and lots, lots more!
 
🔗 Connect with Tony
Website
Tony Briscoe Recommends - Spotify Playlist Link
Chordio
 
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If you have any guest suggestions or would like to get in touch, you can do so by emailing adam@thekeyscoach.com - we reply to every email!
 
Hosted by Adam Saunders
Music - dcuttermusic.com

Mitch Jones - Inside the World of an MD (Jessie Ware, Ed Sheeran, Mahalia)

Mitch Jones is a Grammy Nominated Musical Director, Keys Player, Songwriter and Producer. He has played with artists like Jessie Ware, Ed Sheeran, Mahalia, Moss Kena and Tom Misch. As a co-writer, he’s worked with artists like Asha Gold, Sophie and the Giants, Purple Disco Machine and Gabrielle Aplin.
 
In this episode you will learn:
How to be an MD & Keys player for an artist like Jessie Ware
Why being able to play with a click track is one of the most important skills for a musician to learn
How Mitch approaches co-writing with new artists and bands
Mitch’s approach to putting together a live show and how he is constantly evolving his production process.
 
🔗 Connect with Mitch
📷 Instagram
 
 
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If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps support the show and grow our community.
 
If you have any guest suggestions or would like to get in touch, you can do so by emailing adam@thekeyscoach.com - we reply to every email!
 
 
Hosted by Adam Saunders
Music - dcuttermusic.com

Paola Vera - Musical Multitasking: How to Sing While Playing Piano

Paola Vera is a singer, pianist and songwriter whose music blends her passion for jazz with a modern edge. Her influences include Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott, James Taylor, and Nat King Cole. Paola is a highly sought-after, experienced performer, composer, music educator, and vocal coach.
In this episode you will learn:
• How to get better at singing whilst playing piano
• Why piano bar gigs can be SO useful to get your skills together
• New ways to approach writing a song
• How Paola set up the ‘International Singing and Songwriting Retreat’… and lots, lots more!
 
🔗 Connect with Paola
Instagram
Website
Singing and Songwriting Retreat
 
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⭐️ Leave a Review
If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps support the show and grow our community.
 
If you have any guest suggestions or would like to get in touch, you can do so by emailing adam@thekeyscoach.com - we reply to every email!
 
Hosted by Adam Saunders
Music - dcuttermusic.com

Phil Peskett (Moloko, Soul Family Sundays, and Nik Kershaw)

Phil Peskett is a piano, keys and synth player who has performed with Moloko, Nik Kershaw, and the Cinematic Orchestra amongst many others! Phil plays in the House Band for Soul Family Sundays at Ronnie Scott’s - one of the best music nights in London!
 
🔗 CONNECT WITH PHIL
Practice Room YouTube Tutorial
Roland Juno 106 In Depth. Every Parameter Explored.
See Phil playing live in Nik Kershaw’s band
Soul Family Sundays at Ronnie Scott’s
 
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Trailer

Welcome to The Keys Coach Podcast, where renowned piano, keys, and synth players share their journey in music!
Whether you're a beginner, a seasoned pro, or simply a fan of great music, join keys player Adam Saunders, as he dives deep into fascinating conversations with these extraordinary guests.
 
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