Inside Stewart Copeland’s instrument-filled studio #shorts

Summary

Stewart Copeland, formerly the drummer of The Police, discusses his evolution as a composer, exploring diverse musical genres from film scores to classical music. Drawing inspiration from both jazz and classical influences like Jimi Hendrix and Igor Stravinsky, Copeland developed a unique approach to composition that involves creating rhythmic loops and experimenting with unconventional sound sources. His creative process emphasizes finding joy in composing and exploring the beauty of musical expression across different instruments and styles.