June 10, 2017
Film Score – Is It Becoming Cool?
I don’t know whether it’s just because I’m paying more attention, but these days, film score seems to be cool… ish. The very fact that film composers like Hans Zimmer…
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May 15, 2017
Ribbon Microphones On Test
I was in the market for some ribbon microphones. I wanted something that would add some different, tone and character to my piano and guitar but would also sound great…
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April 18, 2017
What is a Music Producer?
Until I got in to the business of making music I never truly understood: What is a music producer? "A Music Producer is the visionary who steers a piece of…
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February 17, 2017
A Filmmaker’s Score Guide: 5 Steps to Finding the Right Film Music Every Time
Far be it for me to dismiss production music. I’ve written a lot of it and it certainly has its place. But for a filmmaker pouring their heart and soul…
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January 4, 2017
Read my article on Raindance
5 Ways Your Score Could be Holding You Back from an Award The fabulous people at Raindance.org have kindly published my article written exclusively for filmmakers. I'm chuffed to bits.…
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December 22, 2016
This Classic Psycho Shower Scene Proves #TheMusicMatters
Proof that #TheMusicMatters! Have you ever watched a horror film and covered your ears to handle the terror? Music has that effect on you. It makes a fictional story seem…
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December 15, 2016
This Simple Soundtrack Upgrade Will Take Your Film to the Next Level
Just as an actor’s performance can enhance a script, a musical performance can enhance a piece of music. And both of these factors have a direct impact on the success…
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December 12, 2016
Why Filmmakers Must Go Gourmet to Deliver a Memorable Musical Experience
Understandably, film production companies are often restricted by time and budget, so opt for library (or production) music rather than composed. And when time is short, handpicking the finished…
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December 2, 2016
12 Must-See Movies for 2017 (& Their Composers)
If you've ever muted a movie, you'll know how vital the music is to its impact. As a total movie buff, I'm more than a little bit excited about what…
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November 9, 2016
“This House” Returns – The Garrick Theatre 19th November
I've spent the last 7 weeks in Chichester as musical director for This House at the Chichester Festival Theatre and I loved it. Aside from the more peaceful way of…
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