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Film Scoring Lessons

I’m very excited about your interest in furthering yourself as a composer!

Together, let’s your potential as a film composer with personalized online lessons tailored to your unique goals. We will dive deep into the art of crafting compelling scores and mastering essential techniques from orchestration to sound design. I will also equip you with technical proficiency in your DAW and teach you to create better, more realistic mockups. You can expect individualized feedback, which will help you develop your artistic voice and build a strong portfolio.

In learning film scoring, process is everything– the journey is just as important as the destination.  My private studio is a safe-haven for students– a place for learning and experimentation, as well as failures and successes.

I emphasize the importance of process over product and treat all of my students as professionals. Lessons move very quickly, but I will never leave you behind! I am very patient and understanding, but will push you and expand your comfort zone.

What to Expect

Personalized Curriculum: Lessons tailored to your skill level, musical background, and specific goals

Fundamental Music Theory: Review or in-depth study of music theory, harmony, and counterpoint and use in film scoring

Film Music Analysis: Analyzing existing film scores to understand how music functions dramatically, emotionally, and narratively within a film

Composition Techniques: Learning various compositional techniques, such as thematic development, motif writing, and creating specific moods and atmospheres

Orchestration and Instrumentation: Understanding the capabilities of different instruments and how to combine them effectively to create a desired sonic palette

DAW Proficiency: Hands-on training with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), including MIDI programming, virtual instruments, and audio editing. Learn to create realistic mockups.

Scoring to Picture: Practical exercises in synchronizing music with film footage, including timing, pacing, and hitting specific moments

Feedback and Critique: Receive constructive feedback on your compositions that will push you as a composer

Portfolio Development: Building a portfolio of your film scoring work by creating demo reels

Tuition

Lessons are one hour in duration.

Online Lesson Requirements

Basics

• Computer w/ camera
• Fast, reliable internet connection
• Zoom Software

Software

• Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)
  • Cubase Pro (recommended option) OR
  • Logic Pro (recommended option)
  • Reaper
• Notation software:
  • Dorico Pro OR
  • Sibelius Ultimate
• Orchestral sample libraries

Hardware

• MIDI keyboard controller with at least 49 keys, mod wheel, and additional MIDI CC knobs/faders
• Audio interface
• Professional over-ear studio headphones
• Studio monitors (optional, but highly recommended)