As composers, we face a unique set of obstacles—pitfalls—in our creative process. Here I describe a few of the most common I've encountered, along with some strategies for avoiding them (or, if it's too late for that, surviving them).
Read MoreIn the discussion following a recent lecture I gave at SUNY Fredonia, I was asked to list some important film scores through the history of cinema. As I prepared the list, it seemed more and more like a worthwhile blog entry. So here’s my list of Mandatory Film Scores, circa 2015.
Read MoreHere are a few “secret handshakes” you’ll hear in the studio, in the editing bay and on the scoring stage. They're nerdy but cool, and knowing them will mark you as an Industry player.
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