HOW to SCORE a FILM in 7 DAYS theme So often we trigger pre-built

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determining the tempo

One question that comes up repeatedly is how best to modulate and develop ideas - within a single cue or piece and over the course of a long-form project like a film score

If there’s one thing all the greats have in common it’s a mastery of the power color and drama afforded by great rhythm and masterful use of percussion instruments

HOW to SCORE a FILM in 7 DAYS theme So often we trigger pre-builtRecently I had to score a sci fi action adventure film 70+ minutes of music in 7 days. I couldnt rely on endless ostinatos or ambience beds to eat up minutes at a time and I had a full spectrum of emotions to convey. In this class well break down how I did it how I structured my approach musically and logistically. Well look at the thematic and motivic anchors and how to bridge them in the midst of action and drama. Well examine the practical