> But then last year I developed an ear condition called Hyperacusis that stopped my career in its tracks. Tried to fight it, tried to work around it, but I slowly came to the realization that the only thing I can do is wait it out, live in silence, hope it gets better, and maybe return to composing if I can. There's nothing else to be done, no treatments.

Oh my, sorry to hear this. I can only imagine how hard it has been for you.

Best of luck. If you visit Italy, ping me - I'd love to buy you lunch and chat :)