Pursuit of creative philosophy in music and filmmaking - Robert Summerfield
Pursuit of creative philosophy in music and filmmaking - Robert Summerfield  
Podcast: Daring Creativity. Daring Forever.
Published On: Mon Feb 10 2025
Description: "Philosophy taught me not to avoid depths and darknesses, but to embrace melancholy. It was important to see how different people in history dealt with life's big questions." - Robert SummerfieldA deeply introspective conversation with Robert Summerfield, exploring his journey from a philosopher's son to a jazz student, songwriter, and documentary filmmaker. The episode reveals how his early exposure to philosophical thinking shaped his approach to music and storytelling, leading to a creative evolution that prioritizes serving others' stories over self-expression. Through his experiences in the music industry, writing for other artists, and eventually finding his calling in documentary filmmaking, Summerfield demonstrates how creative fulfillment can come from putting one's craft in service of amplifying other voices.Key TakeawaysEarly philosophical influences can shape creative expression in unexpected waysThe transition from self-expression to serving others' stories can lead to creative fulfillmentCreative evolution often involves embracing different formats and mediumsTechnical knowledge (like jazz theory) can enhance creative freedom rather than constrain itWriting for others can be a valuable phase in artistic developmentThe importance of maintaining both cerebral and intuitive approaches to creativityDocumentary filmmaking can be a powerful tool for amplifying underrepresented voicesSuccess can come from shifting focus from self-promotion to serving othersCreative growth often involves periods of feeling like a beginner againBalance between structure (journalism) and creative freedom (music) can enhance both Daring Creativity. Daring Forever. Podcast with Radim Malinic Show questions or suggestions to desk@daringcreativity.com Latest books by Radim MalinicMindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business Paperback and Kindle > https://amzn.to/4biTwFcFree audiobook (with Audible trial) > https://geni.us/free-audiobookSigned books https://novemberuniverse.co.ukLux Coffee Co. https://luxcoffee.co.uk/ (Use: PODCAST for 15% off)November Universe https://novemberuniverse.co.uk (Use: PODCAST for 10% off)