Brad Hatfield

"It’s about delivering the goods. Whether you are a vocalist, instrumentalist, lyricist, producer, accompanist, or music supervisior, it’s about identifying what you need to do to make something the best it can be, then doing it and delivering on time with a smile on your face. We can all envision what it might be like to 'live the dream' in the world of music, and by consistently delivering high-quality work, you will get closer to that dream. Every time you deliver the goods, it will be noticed, and not by just the folks in the immediate area. Word travels real fast when someone is identified as the go-to person."

"I do my best to help students identify their strengths, then challenge themselves to work outside their comfort zone and collaborate. I have found a team-oriented approach to be a fast track to sustained success in the field of songwriting for film and TV, and music supervision. Not only can collaborations result in more successful creative endeavors, but each time a writing or production partner is pleased with the results, you will become a part of their network. This simple act of collaboration will lead to more opportunities for the student as an independent writer or as a willing partner in future projects."

"Ultimately, what’s important to me is that students remain open to suggestions and open to new writing possibilities for the rest of their lives. This is a very fluid environment that we’re in, and you can’t just hold to one approach or one set of tools. The only thing they should hold on to is doing the best work that they possibly can with the time that they have. That wins above everything else, and the rest will fall into place."

"As a professional musician and composer for over 45 years, I've learned that the learning never stops. Having performed, toured, recorded, produced, and written music for a variety of ensembles in multiple musical genres and media types, I try to instill my enthusiasm for discovery and adaptation to musical challenges in the students so they to can sustain a long and fruitful career in this ever-changing music industry landscape. I have learned and adjusted all my life to conquer musical challenges, and it is my hope that the students recognize their need to keep expanding and refining their skills for greater success."