Samuel J Phillips

There is simply no other way to express it. Music is my life. I have been fascinated with music since childhood where the plethora of sounds, symbols, genres, instruments, and technology made an infinite playground for me to explore. So much so that I have devoted every spare moment and penny to the development of this craft. Along this journey
I have discovered a passion for teaching. When I see the spark of knowledge in a student’s eyes, I see something which transcends facts alone – the joy of learning. I believe that educators should encourage the joy of learning in their students so that their love of knowledge will carry with them well past the age of school instruction, leading to a fulfilling and meaningful educational and life experience.

The music I write is influenced by a combination of what I have learned from great composers and my own emotion and personality. Although each piece I write is characteristically different, they all exhibit a methodical,  constant change in emotional atmosphere, texture, and intensity.

I also enjoy collaborating with friends and other artists to write music that combines our strengths and ideas for new sounds. It intrigues me how people with totally different musical backgrounds can come together and create music that never fails to sound new and interesting.

Music has enabled me to pursue my goals and is a fundamentally important aspect of my life. The reason I compose is to share my music with others and to show my commitment to furthering the understanding of the cultural, personal, and educational importance of music.

I believe that it is not what happens in life that dictates fate, it is the response to those situations which determines the future. Any devoted educator who strives to uphold the love and respect of the rich cultural traditions and practices of music may agree with my belief that the success of the next generation will be determined by the ability of educators to instill the joy of learning in their students. Educators should learn as much as possible about their craft and teach it in a meaningful way to not only those who show promise, but to those in all walks of life. This way, music can continue to be the bright beacon that unites us.