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Dear friends at Linked Musicians, wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a fantastic New Year.
2025 has brought major change to our industry—economic pressure and the rapid rise of AI have left many musicians feeling uncertain, and I’ve seen how that can sometimes turn into frustration.
As a sample library producer, I’ve felt these shifts firsthand. I joined Linked Musicians for the genuine people here, and I’m truly grateful to this community and to the platform’s founder—it’s great to see more colleagues joining too.
That said, I’ve been disappointed by political disputes that too often drain creativity and create unnecessary hostility. I believe it’s time to bring positive energy back, strengthen communication between developers and users, and make this a healthier space for everyone.
For 2026, my wish is simple: to hear new music from friends, clients, and fellow composers. I’m also open to initiatives that support composition—and while I can’t share details yet, I’m working on something that will bring great news to Cinematic Alpha.
A warm hug to you all, and to your families. Thank you for being here.
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I’m a film composer and sound designer, and I love my job. I strive to give my best every day. If you need anything, you can reach me here on the forum or at andrew@cinematicalpha.com.
3They’re custom sound sources I recorded and designed specifically for this library – not stock or recycled material.
And as we’ve already mentioned many times in perfectly legit questions like yours, we use our own DOVInst synthesis approach, which combines physical modelling synth techniques with processes like PaulStretch. If you’re curious about the technical side, you’re welcome to visit our page and read more.
https://cinematicalpha.com/dovinst
When we say “high-quality”, we’re not talking specs but feelings – and yes, there are high-quality and low-quality emotions too.
I’ll spare you 40+ minutes of sound design with this video, jumping straight to the relevant part near the end — but you’re invited to watch the whole thing to better understand the concept of “High Quality”:
https://youtu.be/GKCoTtTyX5Q?si=Fy0Vhz2W4IoEZ4Ui&t=3095
I’m a film composer and sound designer, and I love my job. I strive to give my best every day. If you need anything, you can reach me here on the forum or at andrew@cinematicalpha.com.
4Thank you, Pietro. Your message truly captures what I’ve been trying to express. There are so many distractions around us that we now need complex ways just to describe sound. Sometimes I think we’d need someone like Oliviero Toscani, the great photographer, to frame the essence of every sample library. What I really wish is for the artistic community to pause for a moment, close their eyes, and simply listen.
As musicians, we always feel we don’t have enough tools, yet very few can resist trends or make choices based on genuine emotion. Today my son and I spoke about balance in nature, about how one element consuming another can disrupt everything. When that happens, collapse is inevitable. The same happens in our world when competition replaces creativity.
Sound and music are gifts. My listeners haven’t just collected recordings—they’ve connected with emotions I shaped from zero, using tools that few truly explore. Still, it’s never simple; the effort behind every release takes everything you have. Fatigue builds up, and even a few years can feel like a lifetime. I’ve seen carelessness from people I once trusted, and that can make you feel alone.
I know some might see this moment as weakness, and that’s fine. What I can’t accept is seeing the value of artistic work ignored. Technology isn’t the enemy. What hurts creativity is indifference, convenience, and the fear of taking real risks. Many of the people who support me are parents and artists themselves, and our conversations often go beyond music. That human side matters to me deeply.
I’ve never created aggressive sounds because I don’t believe music should feel like a battle. I may just be getting older, but I still believe in harmony over noise. For now, I’m taking a short pause to reflect and recharge. I’m grateful to everyone who has stood beside me—especially Peter—and to all who took the time to read my words. Wishing you peace, creativity, and kindness.
I’m a film composer and sound designer, and I love my job. I strive to give my best every day. If you need anything, you can reach me here on the forum or at andrew@cinematicalpha.com.
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