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Film and TV composing partnerships

Novelists work alone. So do painters. So why do so many composers choose to work in pairs? Rebecca Barry reports.

Music Commissioners

Whether creating music for television, film or advertising, composers have long relied on commissioners to make a living. Fiona Sturges uncovers the secrets of a successful working partnership. Read full article

Posted: May 05, 09 | Comments: 0

Composing Partnerships — a balancing act?

Novelists work alone. So do painters. So why do so many composers choose to work in pairs? Rebecca Barry reports. Read full article

Posted: Feb 05, 09 | Comments: 1

Investigating the Library Music Industry

Once considered the fast food of the music industry, library music is now a significant resource for producers and a lucrative career option for composers. Rebecca Barry reports. Read full article

Posted: Dec 04, 08 | Comments: 2

Matthew Strachan Q&A

Screened Music guest panellist, Matthew Strachan, shares his views on pitching for free, having an agent, his sound track for Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? and the state of the industry. Reporting by Nicki Household. Read full article

Posted: Dec 02, 08 | Comments: 0

Pitching For Free — What's the Deal?

The majority of film and television composers say it's only fair that they charge for pitches and demos. So why do so many go unpaid? Rebecca Barry reports. Read full article

Posted: Oct 24, 08 | Comments: 11

Talent Competitions — Do They Deliver?

These are tough times for aspiring composers looking for their big break. There are more people than ever with a passion for creating new sounds, and competition is fierce. Could a talent competition be the place to start? Fiona Sturges reports. Read full article

Posted: Oct 24, 08 | Comments: 1

Feature Comment

"I'm on a trial period with an agency and have pitched for free on a few projects, but once the trial period is over (I guess when I actually win a pitch) then they do pay pitch fees, though no where near......"
Lee Miller on the Feature Pitching For Free — What's the Deal?

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08 Mar 13:24

Pindown by Jon Wygens

  • “This is beautiful, Jon. I love the constant sense of movement you achieve through the antiphonal nature of the arrangement, despite being an inherently slow piece - very cleverly put together. I also...…”
  • David M Saunders (Composer)
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01 Mar 22:47

Africa by Stu Kennedy

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26 Feb 09:36

un ange passe by Michael Bishop

  • “Really enjoyed this michael. Abstract footage is really hard to write to and I think you did a great job. Use of voice was particularly effective, and the rest of the arrangement was modern and fresh.…”
  • Jules Bromley (Composer)

Featured Panellist William Goodchild

Screened Music Guest Panellist William Goodchild

William’s composing portfolio includes original music for natural history and history documentary, radio drama and commercials. He works regularly with a number of international and national orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the BBC Concert Orchestra and the London Metropolitan Orchestra. As conductor and orchestrator he has undertaken numerous projects for the BBC including several major natural history series.

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Screened Music is for…

  • Professional film and television composers
  • Composers wishing to attend technical seminars
  • Industry professionals who wish to attend screening showcase events
  • Music commissioners who wish to contact our composers
  • Anyone with an interest in film and television music

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