Film Scoring Bundle: Writing Music For Films: Parts 1 and 2 from Udemy

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Welcome to the The most popular film scoring online course.

This is a class designed for the average person who is ready to take their music career (or music interest) and develop it into something more. Whether you are an active musician or an aspiring musician, this class is perfect for you.

In this course, we will learn the essential techniques used in writing music for the film. Through a series of analysis' of well-known film scenes from your favorite movies we will learn what makes a great cue, and then apply those techniques by writing our own. I'll be showing you some of my own projects for film and television throughout the class, and walk you through my process when composing music for a film project.

By the end of this course, students will understand the tools, lingo, and techniques used in the film composing world and will be ready to dive into their own projects. I'll walk you through how to get started on your first project by using freely available movies that need a score.

Throughout my career, I've worked with major American orchestras, film studios, and video game designers. I'm also a Ph.D. in music composition and a university professor (of music composition).

Recently I was named as a semi-finalist for the Grammy Foundation's Music Educator of the Year award because of my in-person university classes. Now I'm taking those classes to Udemy in an online format in order to reach more students and give them the joy of Music Theory.

I'm planning on making several "sections" of this class, and this is Part 1. As the class grows, we will go deeper and deeper into my techniques.

In this class, we will cover:

Tools of the trade
Finding the emotional response
Music Theory and Genre
Scoring for film
Using Modes in Film Scores
Finding the Message
Learning from Temp Cues
"Spotting" the film
Film score composition techniques
Working with industry budgets
Diegetic music and non-diegetic music
Score and Source
The Ostinato
Working with silent films
Setting up a session
Marking hits
Scoring the opening credits
Motive and Leitmotif
Working with Leitmotifs
Working with the rhythm in cues
POV
Finding and analyzing POV scenes
Composing using POV
And much, much, more.

And of course, once you sign up for this class, all my other classes are yours at steep discounts. Over half off for all future sections.

The course is a roadmap to launching your career as a composer.

All the tools you need to prepare, organize and start your career are included in this course and the entire course is based on real-life experiences - not just academic theory.

Please click the "Take This Course" button so you can launch your music career today.

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⇢ "It seems like every little detail is being covered in an extremely simple fashion. The learning process becomes relaxed and allows complex concepts to get absorbed easily. My only regret is not taking this course earlier." - M. Shah

⇢ "Great for everyone without any knowledge so far. I bought all three parts... It's the best investment in leveling up my skills so far.." - Z. Palce

⇢ "Excellent explanations. No more or less than what is needed." - A. Tóth

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⇢ "I am learning LOTS. And I really like having the worksheets. " - A. Deichsel

⇢ "The basics explained very clearly - loads of really useful tips. " - J. Pook

⇢ "Jason is really quick and great with questions, always a great resource for an online class. " M. Smith

Students who register for this course will receive ongoing exclusive content and discounts for all future classes in the series.

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Learning objectives

Get started building a portfolio of work to show their film composition talents
Score a feature film using a variety of techniques
Understand the process of writing music for film
Write and compose music using proven techniques and tips
Create their own music using software, or good old pencil and paper.
Generate musical ideas through creativity exercises
Tools of the trade: software
How do you start?
The process
Program music and metaphors
Character sketches
Writing through canon
Score and source
Practicing with silent films

Setting up a session
Marking hits
Scoring the opening credits
Working with rhythm in cues
Finding and analyzing pov scenes
Creating atmosphere
Harmonizing string melodies
Polyrhythmic accompaniment
Working with string orchestra
The chase scene
Using the brass section
Building tension
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Get started building a portfolio of work to show their film composition talents
Score a feature film using a variety of techniques
Understand the process of writing music for film
Write and compose music using proven techniques and tips
Create their own music using software, or good old pencil and paper.
Generate musical ideas through creativity exercises
Tools of the trade: software
How do you start?
The process
Program music and metaphors
Character sketches
Writing through canon
Score and source
Practicing with silent films
Setting up a session
Marking hits
Scoring the opening credits
Working with rhythm in cues
Finding and analyzing pov scenes
Creating atmosphere
Harmonizing string melodies
Polyrhythmic accompaniment
Working with string orchestra
The chase scene
Using the brass section
Building tension
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Show less

Syllabus

Introduction

Tools of the Trade, and a Look at One of My Projects

Update! MuseScore 3.0

What I've Found in Other Film Scoring Classes

A Note About Examples in This Class

One of the first things we should do with any project is explore the emotional palette of the scene.

Finding the Right Emotional Response

Music Theory and Genre

Using Modes in Film Music

Finding the Message of the Film

Threnody for the Care Bears

Before we dive in to writing our soundtrack, let's learn a little bit about the process of scoring a film.

Learning From Temp Cues

Spotting the Film

Budgets

Sometimes called "source" and "score" music, these are the two main types of music we work with in film composition.

Diegetic and Non Diegetic Music

Score and Source Example: JAWS (1975)

Source Music Elements

When the Score and Source Collide

Analysis: Battlestar Galactica

Once you learn what an ostinato is, you won't be able to stop noticing them in every film score that you hear.

Analysis: Captain America

Analysis: Requiem for a Dream

The Ostinato

Working with Silent Films

Setting Up a Session

Composing with Ostinatos

Building on Ostinatos with More Elements

Marking Hits

Finishing Up Our Intro

A Quick Analysis So Far

[DOWNLOAD] MuseScore (Notation) File

Working with Notation

When working on a film, you can sometimes create reusable motives for people, places, and things.

Motive and Lietmotif

Analysis: Star Wars

The Opera Connection

Locating Lietmotifs

Composing Lietmotifs

Adding Rhythm

Our Long Cue So Far

Composing with an understanding of POV is essential!

What is POV?

Finding and Analyzing POV Scenes

Scoring a POV Scene

Analysis of our POV Scene

This class got so big I decided to make a part 2!

Split in 2

Coming in Part 2!

Welcome to Part 2!

Tools We Will Use

One of My Professional Projects

A Note About the Examples In This Class

In this section let's talk about creating a sense of atmosphere through music in a scene.

What is Atmosphere?

Example: District 9

Example: Finding Nemo

The "Pad" Sound and the Orchestra

Using Modes for Atmosphere

Finding an Atmospheric Cue in Our Film

Composing with Atmosphere

Analysis of Our Cue

In this section let's focus in on the orchestra, and how to get a good "Hollywood" sound.

Taking a Lush Melody and Adding Harmonic Motion

Polyrhythmic, Monorhythmic, and Accompanimental

Example: The Village

Example: Monorhythmic

Example: Polyrhythmic

A Piece Worth Noting: Barber's Adagio

Finding a Good Cue for Our Film

Composing with String Harmonies

Analysis of This Cue

A car chase, a fist fight, a space battle - these are things that require high-energy music that you might encounter. Let's look at some techniques for keeping the energy up.

The Chase Scene

Example: The Matrix

Example: Jason Borne

Rhythm in Chase Scenes

Brass Swells!

Example: C'était une rendevous

C'était une rendevous Playthrough

Scoring C'était une rendevous

The "Tension Cue" is one of my favorite types of cues to work on. Dissonance, atmosphere, and orchestration all play a role in creating these creepy cues.

Tension Cues

Example: The Ring

Dissection of One of My Tension Cues

Techniques: Ponticello, Tremelo, and Gliss

Analysis: Dissonance

Braaams!

Dissection of Another Tension Cue

Cue Analysis

There is an old technique that we now call "Mickey Mousing." Generally it is something you want to avoid, but it can add humor in the right situations.

What is Mickey Mousing?

Examples of Mickey Mousing

Ok, now that you know some of the fundamentals of film scoring, let's spend some time talking about some techniques to get your career off the ground.

Getting Gigs

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Taught by Dr. Anthony Allen, who has worked with major American orchestras, film studios, and video game designers

Provides students with real-world examples and avoids solely focusing on academic theories

Offers a comprehensive study of film scoring techniques, from basic tools to advanced industry practices

Develops skills in composing music for film, from generating ideas to writing cues

Provides hands-on opportunities to work on real-world projects

Suitable for both aspiring and active musicians seeking to advance their film scoring careers

Introduces students to the tools, terminology, and techniques used in the film scoring industry

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Film Scoring Bundle: Writing Music For Films: Parts 1 and 2 with these activities:

Read 'Film Music: A History' by Claudia Gorbman

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Gain insights into the history and evolution of film scoring to enhance your understanding of the craft

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Purchase or borrow the book
Read the book in its entirety
Take notes on key concepts and ideas

Follow online film scoring tutorials

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Expand your knowledge and skills by following step-by-step tutorials from experienced professionals

Browse courses on Film Scoring

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Search for online tutorials on film scoring
Choose a tutorial that aligns with your skill level and interests
Follow the instructions and practice the techniques

Join a study group

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Collaborate and share knowledge with other students to enhance your learning

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Find a group of peers who are also taking the course
Meet regularly to discuss course materials and work together on assignments

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Practice writing music using different techniques

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Enhance your proficiency by regularly practicing and refining your composition skills

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Choose a specific technique to focus on
Compose short musical exercises using that technique
Repeat the process with different techniques

Attend a film scoring workshop or conference

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Immerse yourself in the world of film scoring by attending specialized events and workshops

Browse courses on Film Scoring

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Research upcoming film scoring events
Register and attend the event
Participate actively in workshops and networking opportunities

Start composing a soundtrack

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Reinforce your understanding of film scoring techniques by starting your own composition.

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Choose a film scene to score
Analyze the scene and identify key emotional moments
Compose a melody and harmony that captures the emotional response

Create a blog or vlog about your film scoring progress

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Share your experiences, insights, and compositions with others to engage with the wider film scoring community

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Choose a platform for your blog or vlog
Create regular content that showcases your work
Interact with your audience and gather feedback

Reach out to professional film composers for guidance

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Connect with experienced professionals who can provide valuable insights and support

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Research and identify potential mentors
Contact the mentors and express your interest in connecting
Establish regular communication and seek guidance

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Learners who complete Film Scoring Bundle: Writing Music For Films: Parts 1 and 2 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

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