Why I Started Producing My Own Music

After nearly two decades performing other composers’ visions, I found myself longing to shape my own. Producing my own music felt both terrifying and liberating—a confrontation with my instincts as much as my skills. It’s a different kind of vulnerability, one that demands both control and surrender. This post reflects on that transition: what I’ve learned from working behind the microphone instead of in front of it, and how it’s reshaped my understanding of artistry.