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Beginner to Professional Training in Composition for Film/TV/Video Games

Classes taught by professional, media composer working in film/TV. For looking to learn more about both the creative and technical aspects of scoring for film/TV/video games, these classes are designed for you - from initial spotting and working with temp tracks, to composing to picture and understanding story, working in a DAW, and using virtual instruments; all the way to learning how to orchestrate and record your music in the studio. With over a decade of experience and credits for the BBC, Sky, Sony EA Games you will be learning from someone with real-world experience at the highest professional level.

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At teacher's location: Windsor Road, Salisbury, UK
Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Salisbury, United Kingdom

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Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

I have been working professionally in the music industry for over a decade, having received my Masters in Composition from the Royal College of Music. I have composed music for the traditional concert hall, though now work primarily for film/TV/video games, having worked on projects for the BBC, Sky, Sony and EA Games.

My first instrument was the cello, and while my musical education was primarily classically based, I also have a keen interest in rock music, having learnt to play the guitar and drums in bands growing up.

Throughout many years spent working in a professional music studio, I was tasked with training new starters and interns to succeed in a high pressure musical environment. While I prefer to work in a more relaxed setting, it was working this way in the studio that first showed me the fun and fulfilment of being able to pass on my knowledge to those seeking to learn.

I am an enthusiastic musician and teacher, and I love being able to share this passion and inspire others.

Education

Royal College of Music (Masters - MComp for Screen, 2016)
University of Birmingham (Undergraduate - BMus, with specialisation in Composition, 2014)
ABRSM Grade 5 Theory (2008)

Experience / Qualifications

Having progressed through the ABRSM theory exams, and then receiving my Masters and Undergraduate degrees, I have worked as composer and/or orchestrator on a wide variety of projects - from symphonic film scores, to rock bands, to Musical Theatre pit ensembles - demonstrating clear command of a range of idioms. My style is influenced heavily by my formal classical training, yet is balanced with a rich, modern cinematic sound.

I have worked with composer Ilan Eshkeri (Stardust (2007), Shaun the Sheep (2015), Kick-Ass (2010)), having worked on recent projects such as George Orwell's '1984' (Audible), 'A Perfect Planet' (David Attenborough for the BBC), and 'Ghost of Tsushima' (video game 2020). I recently collaborated with Andy Burrows (Razorlight, After Life) on music for 'The Platinum Party at the Palace' as part of Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, to a TV audience of 13.3m people.

I've had the pleasure of recording music at Abbey Road, AIR Studios, the Eastwood Scoring Stage (Warner Brothers), and the Synchron Stage in Vienna; with pieces performed by the Hollywood Studio Symphony Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra of Costa Rica, The Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Birmingham Contemporary Music Group, and the Royal College of Music Film Orchestra, and have workshopped with Conrad Pope (Mortal Engines (2018), Isle of Dogs (2018), The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013), Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001), Star Wars Episodes I-III (1999-2005)), William Ross (Ready Player One (2018), Rogue One (2016), The Hunger Games (2012), Alastair King (Aquaman (2018), Wonder Woman (2017), Downton Abbey (2010-15), Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince (2009)), and Joe Kraemer (Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015), Jack Reacher (2012)).
Classes taught by professional, classically trained composer working in film/TV. Ideal for those taking ABRSM theory exams or wishing to improve their all round knowledge of music theory and/or composition. From absolute beginner to working professional, music theory can be an excellent way to improve your composing, or to add an extra depth of understanding to your musical performances. As a professional composer for over 10 years, with a Masters Degree in Composition from the Royal College of Music, I can offer a wide range of teaching - from ABRSM grading exams, and Sibelius/notation skills, to modern media composition skills, such as writing in a DAW (e.g. Logic Pro, Cubase) and using sample libraries to a professional Hollywood standard.

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