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Starting 2026 by taking the scariest step in my entire YouTube journey…

I removed over 100 videos that no longer attract the audience and community I’m trying to reach.

It was really hard letting go of all these videos I poured so much time and energy into. But my channel needed a fresh start aligned with the newer direction I’m headed in!

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Robert Rodriguez Music

Here are my top 10 film scores of 2025!

These are scores that have challenged me, inspired me, and reminded me why I fell in love with this craft in the first place!

Check out my full OdysseyNotes post (and final one for the year) to read more about these picks: open.substack.com/pub/robertrodriguezmusic/p/the-1…

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Robert Rodriguez Music

Got my final newsletter of the year (my top 10 film scores of 2025) scheduled and ready to go!

I didn’t think it would be so hard to rank my favorites but it was a lot of fun and a real treat going back through these releases!

I’m so excited for everyone to check it out!

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Robert Rodriguez Music

I’ve been replaying God of War (2018) since I never got around to finishing it and it only solidifies that Bear McCreary might be one of my all time favorite composers.

I’m always in awe of the level of world building he pours into his work!

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Robert Rodriguez Music

I have one more OdysseyNotes newsletter that I’m working on for this year and I want your input:

What were your favorite film/tv scores of 2025? I have a few in mind but I want to get your thoughts as well 😊

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Robert Rodriguez Music

I don’t think it’s a coincidence that the musical tools for fantasy and Christmas are so similar. This is why John Williams' score for the Sorcerer's Stone works so perfectly for this specific story!

And since it’s John Williams, he uses more than just sleigh bells and celesta to create that Christmasy/wintery sound....

But they definitely don’t hurt!

Check out December’s OdysseyNotes Pro post!! 😊
robertrodriguezmusic.substack.com/p/how-john-willi…

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Robert Rodriguez Music

What’s everyone’s favorite holiday film score and why?

I have a few that I want to discuss in next weeks final newsletter of the year but I’d love to know what resonates with you during the holidays.

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Robert Rodriguez Music

To get ready for Christmas, my next OdysseyNotes Pro post is gonna be about John Williams’ “Christmas at Hogwarts” music!

We’ll discuss what makes Christmas music sound so wintery and cozy. But also how Williams uses the music to blend Christmas with the sound of magic.

If you’re an OdysseyNotes Pro member, be on the lookout for the post in the coming week or so! If not, take advantage of my December Prologue Annual Plan Sale once you sign up!
robertrodriguezmusic.substack.com/

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Robert Rodriguez Music

I started listening to music on my iPod Classic and I've felt so much more connected to music! Paid subscribers can access the video on my Substack here: robertrodriguezmusic.substack.com/p/can-a-18-year-…

I'm also running a step down sale on OdysseyNotes Pro annual subscriptions! Throughout all of December, I decrease the discount every week. It started with 30% the first week, then down to 25% last week. And from now until Sunday Dec. 21 @ 11:59pm ET, you can save 20% off the annual price for however long you're a member.

Next week, the discount goes down to 15% so take advantage while you can! You can also learn more about OdysseyNotes and the paid subscritpuons here: robertrodriguezmusic.substack.com/about

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Robert Rodriguez Music

With the ThinkSpace Orchestral Composition Bootcamp coming to a close for the year, it made me really reflect on momentum, inspiration, and staying creative when we're in a bit of a rut. Especially heading into the new year!

Be sure to check out my newest OdysseyNotes post available tomorrow morning Dec. 11th @ 8:00am ET: robertrodriguezmusic.substack.com/p/why-is-it-so-h…

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