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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 56 MIN

InMusic buys Native Instruments, Music Degrees & The Future of Creative Careers

from The Sound Diaries: Coffee Edition · host Alessandro Mastroianni

In this episode of The Sound Diaries: Coffee Edition, we discuss the acquisition of Native Instruments by InMusic, and what it could mean for Kontakt, music software developers, and the future of the industry.The conversation then shifts to two recent videos by Rick Beato, exploring whether only wealthy musicians can realistically build successful careers today, the rising cost of music education, and whether traditional conservatory and university pathways still make sense in an era of YouTube, online learning and portfolio careers.Along the way, the panel shares personal experiences from Berklee, conservatory training, orchestral careers, software development, and life as working musicians in a rapidly changing industry.☕ Use code COFFEEANDSOUND at checkout for 10% off at Sonora Cinematic (stackable with current sales).

In this episode of The Sound Diaries: Coffee Edition, we discuss the acquisition of Native Instruments by InMusic, and what it could mean for Kontakt, music software developers, and the future of the industry.The conversation then shifts to two recent videos by Rick Beato, exploring whether only wealthy musicians can realistically build successful careers today, the rising cost of music education, and whether traditional conservatory and university pathways still make sense in an era of YouTube, online learning and portfolio careers.Along the way, the panel shares personal experiences from Berklee, conservatory training, orchestral careers, software development, and life as working musicians in a rapidly changing industry.☕ Use code COFFEEANDSOUND at checkout for 10% off at Sonora Cinematic (stackable with current sales).

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