How to become a film composer /

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Harrison, Tom (Composer) (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Anaheim Hills, CA : CENTERSTREAM Publishing, [2018]
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Item Description:Links to online audio provided in book.
Table of Contents:
  • Part 1. The art of composing music for media. 1. Mastery of musical styles ; 2. Approaches to drama : understanding the function of music in media ; 3. Film, TV commericals, web series and beyond ; 4. Songwriting : how to approach songs in a dramatic context ; 5. Finding your own unique sound
  • Part 2. The technical side : composing in the digital age. 6. Composer or producer? : the Swiss army knife ; 7. Synchronization and SMPTE time code ; 8. The merits of the digital audio workstation ; 9. How composing, orchestration and mixing and be one thought process ; 10. Super sonic macros and X keys ; 11. Mastering : tips and tricks for pumping up your sound
  • Part 3. Building your career. 12. Los Angeles? New York? The moon? ; 13. Assistant jobs : earn while your learn ; 14. Navigating the politics of selling your music ; 15. Trailer music ; 16. Production library music ; 17. Simplicity is king ; 18. Go forth
  • Appendices.