With the microFusa Testimonials, we present to you firsthand the experiences of our former students, their time at our school, and how they have used the courses to shape their careers.
In the first installment of these Testimonials, we introduce you to Aubor, a DJ and producer who is beginning to establish his career; in the second, we introduce you to the music producer and sound technician Mateo Amaya. Today, in this third installment, we introduce you to the experiences of Sebastian Hartley (aka Seb Heart), a singer and songwriter. Seb Heart is a clear example for all those who sing or write their own songs and, wishing to pursue a professional career in the music world, do not know where to start.Seb Heart, a singer-songwriter with surf in his veins
Sebastian's origins are halfway between England and France. But his life has taken many turns and led him all over the world. He is a singer and songwriter with a repertoire that blends the acoustic and organic music of folk, reggae, roots, and soul. His journey as a singer-songwriter began in 2014 in a place as exotic to us as Dubai. As Sebastian explains: “There were many opportunities to play gigs there, because the music scene is not as developed as in other countries” and he had the opportunity to play at events such as the Quiksliver Sunset Open. But his interests soon led him to Perth (Australia), where he studied an eight-month Studio Production course. He also took the opportunity to discover surf culture. It was then that he saw that his music fit perfectly with it. Sebastian was aware of the need for good training, and in 2016 he traveled to Barcelona to take our Music Production course for two years. The first thing he highlights about his time at the Barcelona school is the passion of the teachers and his good relationship with them and with all his classmates. Access to high-quality studios and equipment is not the only important thing. For him, these relationships he established with all of them have been very important. He also highlights the powerful background that microFusa training has provided him to be able to interact professionally in the music world. Singing and composing is not only about being creative; it also has a physical and real side in which the artist has to interact with technicians and producers. Understanding and comprehending their work and vocabulary is helping him a lot. Sebastian explains that microFusa training has shown him everything that is not implicit in the artistic aspect of music: knowledge of the music industry in particular, or recording techniques, for example. In the interview he also talks about his time at Solent University in Southampton (England), to complete the last course of the microFusa training. He emphasizes the pleasant experience of sharing the journey with his classmates. And the differences between the Barcelona scene and that of Southampton, a smaller city with more possibilities. Finally, he leaves us a good piece of advice for future international students: Do not be afraid of the language and get as involved as possible. Step out of your comfort zone, interact with everyone, and get involved in as many projects as possible. https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=ve8zXSB-E6M&feature=youtu.be And you know, if you think you have a future in music, do not hesitate any longer, visit our school and discover the courses that will represent the first step in your career.MICROFUSA / BARCELONA SCHOOL Ronda Guinardó, 65. Barcelona / Tel.: 934 353 688 MICROFUSA / MADRID SCHOOL Paseo de Juan Antonio Vallejo – Nájera Botas, 59. Madrid / Tel.: 917 024 592 MICROFUSA / ONLINE TRAINING