Articles by Jerry Kovarsky

Articles by Jerry Kovarsky

Jerry Kovarsky is a music industry veteran who has worked as a product/brand manager, marketing director, product developer and demonstrator for Korg, Ensoniq and Casio over a 30-plus year career. An accomplished keyboardist/synthesist, Jerry has been a passionate advocate for making music with keyboards and likes to live at the intersection of technology and art. He is the author of Keyboard For Dummies, and writes a long-running monthly column on synth soloing in Electronic Musician Magazine, as well as monthly blog columns on keyboard musicianship for Yamaha and Modal Electronics.
Best Virtual Instruments: A Practical Guide for Producers and Composers
April 10, 2026

Best Virtual Instruments: A Practical Guide for Producers and Composers

A practical guide to the best virtual instruments for modern producers and composers. Learn what virtual instruments are, why they matter, and discover a curated selection of tools designed to deliver professional results.

Derek Garten—Transforming Passion into Profession
August 1, 2024

Derek Garten—Transforming Passion into Profession

Discover how Derek Garten went from bedroom recordings to working with Taylor Swift and Jewel in this ILIO Artist Circle interview.

Jason Miles—Crafting the Synth Soundwaves That Defined Generations
June 4, 2024

Jason Miles—Crafting the Synth Soundwaves That Defined Generations

Explore the storied career of Jason Miles, whose synthesizer mastery shaped the soundscapes of a generation alongside legends like Miles Davis, Whitney Houston, and Luther Vandross.

Willy Yanez x Beat Butcha | Differences Enhance The Process
March 15, 2024

Willy Yanez x Beat Butcha | Differences Enhance The Process

Dive into the untold stories behind crafting chart-topping hits as you explore the unique blend of musical backgrounds and collaborative experiments by this dynamic production duo.

Greg Howe—Searching for Boundary-Breaking Guitar Sounds
October 17, 2023

Greg Howe—Searching for Boundary-Breaking Guitar Sounds

Join us as we dive into the mind and story of the groundbreaking guitarist, Greg Howe, who revolutionized fusion genre.

Sax, Synths, and Soundscapes: Exploring Joseph Shabason's Musical Universe
August 22, 2023

Sax, Synths, and Soundscapes: Exploring Joseph Shabason's Musical Universe

Delve into the groundbreaking realm of Joseph Shabason as he collaborates with indie-pop band Destroyer and other artists, seamlessly merging jazz, indie rock, and technology. Read on to discover how he crafts compositions with Audio Modeling's SWAM trumpets alongside real horn performances!

From Synthesis to Steel Pans: Jean-Philippe Rykiel's Unique Musical Voice
June 22, 2023

From Synthesis to Steel Pans: Jean-Philippe Rykiel's Unique Musical Voice

Discover the musical collaboration between Jean-Philippe Rykiel and Andy Narell, as they explore expressive possibilities of Steel Pans and the fusion of diverse genres, showcasing Rykiel's career achievements in synthesis and his contributions to African music.

The Producer's Perspective: Jacob Munk on Songwriting in Production
May 19, 2023

The Producer's Perspective: Jacob Munk on Songwriting in Production

Learn about Jacob Munk, songwriter and producer who has worked with artists such as Liam Gallagher, Miley Cyrus, and Mike Snow, and discover how he blends physical instruments with in-the-box production techniques to create his unique sound.

Eric J—Accessing The Dreams In Your Head
November 17, 2022

Eric J—Accessing The Dreams In Your Head

Eric J is a Grammy award-winning mix engineer who has worked with a litany of artists, including Weezer, The Chemical Bros, St. Vincent, Chet Faker and Flume.

Martin Doherty | Reflecting On CHVRCHES, Ten Years On
October 20, 2022

Martin Doherty | Reflecting On CHVRCHES, Ten Years On

We caught up with Martin Doherty of CHVRCHES in his LA-based home studio and talked music, tech and the band’s evolution.