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And I immediately said, “Oops.”
Not because I hit the wrong note.
But because I stumbled onto a song—real inspiration—and my first thought was, “No, not today.”
Why?
Because producing it would take more time than I have right now.
And if I start writing it, I will finish it. That’s just how I’m wired.
But...
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JAWS has one of the greatest film scores ever; instantly recognizable and key to the film's success. But one of the film's (and cinema's) best and most famous jump scares works because Williams didn't use any music for that particular moment.
Take a look:
https://youtu.be/iSYDsrx65m0?si=xJlZpDCWDByFWe...
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It's brilliant what John Williams did, Tucker Teague! The scene works better without the music. I'm gonna try it in a script. Maybe have a sound happen every time the villain/monster shows up, but not...
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So true, Tucker Teague! I love this, thank you for sharing!
Impressive!
Silence during distressing scenes is much more effective than the presence of music in emphasizing the danger of the situation because this silence brings us back to reality. When we ourselves are exp...
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I’m definitely a night owl—my best stuff shows up when the world is finally quiet and I should be sleeping. But I know some of you are up at sunrise, writing full scores before I’ve found my coffee.
What about you—when does your creative zone hit?
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I'm a night owl and early bird, Kat Spencer. I'm mainly an early bird though.
as I get older, I'm more and more an early bird :)
Hahaha Maurice Vaughan - Ok. I did not know you could be both.
Julien Ober - I'm still waiting for that to kick in. I don't think I'll ever be an early bird.
As a musician and composer, I have made my own music for film / video work (and as the music writer for a synth band named RAILER).
I have been experimenting with different AI sound / music composition tools like Suno and others but so far have felt they are "Meh". Diffusion has been my favorite and...
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If someone scored this chapter of your life, what would it sound like? Have you ever scored your own?
I've been resting and relaxing more lately, Kat Spencer, so the soundtrack for my life right now is something relaxing. What's the soundtrack for your life right now?
Back in February, the Indian Screenwriters Association and the Composers Association of India signed a groundbreaking fair credit deal to ensure that screenwriters and composers receive equal recognition alongside directors and producers on all future productions.
You can read the full article here:...
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When composing music for a film I have made a sheet arrangement music cues how and in what style I want it sung how do I make a recording as how I wanted exactly sung or that’s part of the composer if the feature gets chosen just a few questions. Also this our original songs crafted exactly for the film Thank you for any feedback
Hi Tania Ocasio -sounds like a cool project! Just to clarify—are you asking if you should make a demo showing how you want it sung, or if that’s up to the composer later? If you have a clear vision, e...
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There will never be another artist like Prince.
Not because of the hits.
Not because of the mystique.
But because of the way he could whisper and make the whole world tremble.
"Damn U" is not just a song.
It’s an act of surrender.
A man, vulnerable, undone, confessing love like a prayer no one else can he...
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If you’ve ever struggled with how to musically elevate your sci-fi scenes—or just want to level up your cinematic sound, this one’s for you.
This quick breakdown walks through a dramat...
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Great share, Ashley Renée Smith. I don't have any experience scoring, but this video would come in handy if I made Sci-Fi scores for sizzle reels.
i use nave by Waldorf, great tool. check out my alien stuff done with nave : https://www.pond5.com/de/royalty-free-music/item/137539565-alien-spaceship-cave...
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I've got a massive sound SFX collection - lots of libraries - and would love some suggestions on software you use to organize and then access individual clips when you need them.
For instance, let's say you are editing footage and you think, hey, I need a breaking bottle against a wooden bar, so what...
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Sign up for the July Community Open House on July 30th. These are always fun and a wealth of information! https://www.stage32.com/education/products/stage-32-july-community-open-....
Hope to see you there!...
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I will be there and this is a great Open House for the newbies and all of us :))
I think in some areas Sandra Correia, I'll always be a newbie! LOL
Ahahaha you and myself lol :)))
Sad to hear - I watched some of those episodes growing up.
Florin Şumălan Oh that is sad :(
Thank you for sharing this, Florin Şumălan!
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Wyman Brent Hahaha, nice! As for "I'm not a videographer," become one! Or find one on here. I'm sure there are plenty who would love to help.
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Maurice Vaughan - I have found that if I put it away, I never return. Out of sight, out of mind, and a little Dory brain :) At least when it comes to musical ideas. I usually write them in 2 hours or...
Expand commentMaurice Vaughan - I have found that if I put it away, I never return. Out of sight, out of mind, and a little Dory brain :) At least when it comes to musical ideas. I usually write them in 2 hours or so (or the whole night, but never longer). So, if I say "oops" and continue, it means, I'll be up late haha.
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I dream of being able to spend my time solely on writing and producing. But there are so many other things I have to manage on the side!
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Julien Ober I hear that! How much time do you get to spend on writing and producing now?
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Kat Spencer Currently 10 hours/day. But since I don't earn enough money from these activities, I'm forced to take a job on the side from time to time, which greatly reduces my production time to 2/3 hours/day.