52 Cues - A Production Music Podcast

The Four "C's" of Success

Dave Kropf Season 2025 Episode 17

In this episode, I break down the Four C’s of Success – a practical framework to help composers stay clear, creative, and on track from start to finish.

Plus I feature a new investigation tension cue and give my thoughts on a psychedelic rock cue from 52 Cues member, Fraser Macdermid.

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