Dale DeVries is an audio engineer and arranger whose career in music spans from grade school band to pursuing a Music Business degree and aspirations of running a successful music brand. He shares photos documenting his musical journey and growth, from early experiences to his current education and future goals of entrepreneurship in the music industry.

1. https://www.flickr.com/photos/franganillo/264799280/in/photolist-ppaAQ-9kRjGE-CtKYFe-6qXLrf-9bCTT9-
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Music to my Ears

2. Dale DeVries…audio engineer & arranger
Photograph by Dale DeVries

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Inspiring theWORLD through music

4. Creating possibilities through Hip Hop & R&B
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Why Music?

6. A desire to create strong emotions
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7. An urge to drive a more productive society
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My past growth with music

9. From grade school band to career aspirationshttps://www.flickr.com/photos/shaymus22/117090420/in/photolist-
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10. From career aspirations to taking action
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11. My present educational growth with music
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12. Music Business Bachelor of Science Degree
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My future growth with music

14. Running & nurturing a successful music brand
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A solid foundation built with skills

16. An entrepreneur’s leadership learning curve
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17. Change is good when it equals growth
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18. Growth = discovering new technology
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19. Growth = discovering new business strategies
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Being different means creating difference

21. Unique problem solving & leadership skills
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22. Ideal work environment = fast paced
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Mistakes build a stronger individual

24. Finding a balance between business & pleasure
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Professional experience matters

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Successful operation of Zyi Studios,LLC

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Inspiration will prevail for humanity’s sake