r/composer

Hello!

I apologize that I need to be somewhat cryptic in the amount of information that I can write here. In a private message I can provide more information regarding the project. I’m working on a film that follows 4 different female protagonist at different stages of their life. Each one has a different theme/ sound track with variations of their theme. Happy, sad, high energy, etc… I’d also like to connect these 4 themes to create an overall theme for the film.

Start date: now

Due date: deliver tracks as they are completed with the final release being mid September.

Style: taking inspiration from the movie “Anora”

Compensation: $2600

Feel free to ask general questions or shoot me a dm.

Thank you!

Hi everyone, I am starting to compose a piece for a student orchestra of my conservatory and I am planning to implement microtones by using the easiests methods to produce them as they never really approached them.

My first thought was obviously about using the harmonic series for strings and brass, but I am not sure how easy and immediate it would be for them to play for istance, a 7th or a 13th partial right away.

Plus, are there any fingerings that allow an easier way to produce microtones for wind instruments in general and that are kinda similar to fingerings that they are used to?

hey guys im a beginner at composing and I would like some feedback for my compositions as a way to grow it would be very helpfull!! Score-https://musescore.com/user/90981160/scores/35446283/s/kML9jY heres a cleaner mp3- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1smQeeqCeZRmG-XiiQ2nHS8Zk64Auh0_8/view?usp=sharing

Hello everyone! I'm looking for a composer to create promotional music for a commercial project I'm working on. The mood I'm looking for is a Lovecraftian gothic. The music would be used for promotional videos and social media posts, and the project will (hopefully) lead to physical merchandise. It doesn't have to be long, maybe around a minute long. Think of it like a theme song for the project.

I can tell you more about the project privately, but it is Lovecraftian, i.e. we take elements directly from his works. I would prefer a composer who understands the tone of his work, or perhaps even a fan themselves!

Please reply here or DM me your portfolio with similar music, pricing for a project like this, and how long you expect to take. I understand it's rushed, but having something within this month would be incredibly ideal. Brownie points if you can tell me your favourite Lovecraftian creation!

Thank you all in advance. :)

[EDIT] Thank you all for your responses! I'm going through the messages with my work partner and will get back to everyone soon.

I have written something so long (about 5 minutes) for the first time using Musescore. I've been trying acquaint myself with music theory and composition techniques while also attempting to compose for the past four months. Though the germ idea felt very promising, I've ended up writing in unison; it almost sounds like an unending noise. I also know the key signature is a bit uncommon and I did not really wish to portray a major conflict-resolution with this.

I hope to receive feedback from fellow redditors. Thank you!

link to score

The first track in a chronology revealing my worldbuilding project through sound. Best enjoyed at higher volumes.

The Far Beyond:

A realm with no inception and no terminus. A white void with a dreamlike appearance. Home to the root concepts of reality. Inhabited by a race of primordial beings known as the Abstracta. The outermost layer of the World Circle.

I created most of this in 5-6 days(more with revisions). I just started composing about 5 months ago and I don't play any instruments(surely telling). Most of the music I just heard in my head. about one melody I took on accident from Ave Maria(might be more but I just started listening to classical music so idk). There are two repetitions of the inferno part(I probably wont do these type of repetitions again) for "clarity". A good chunk of the piece is likely unplayable but I can't tell you what is and what is not because I don't even play any instruments yet. There are also too many markings on the first playing of the inferno I have to admit. I'm also a complete noob when it comes to harmony which I will improve over time. My primary influences are Mahler(I so far listened to his 2nd and 8th symphonies) and Havergal Brian(I listened to his gothic symphony) and I was influenced by the climax of Mahler's 2nd to finish my piece. I will be receiving piano and music theory lessons soon. The finale is probably impossible for the singers because of the fact that it is fff even though there is breath markers wedged in between the notes. It has 45,000 notes in total, probably mostly from the harmony lacking climax of Paradiso. It is also 30 minutes long so it's totally fair if you don't want to listen to it. Especially if it breaks all the rules and may be ear torture. Thanks for reading all this(if you did) and I would like some feedback afterwards.

Inferno and Paradiso:

https://flat.io/score/6a07aaf2f237584f827dcdd2-inferno-e-paradiso

Hello! I'm a beginner videogame composer (seasoned composer, beginner in videogames). I'm based in Berlin but about to move to Spain (Valencia or Madrid) because of personal reasons, and I was wondering how much you think location matters?

I've seen maaaaany Composers actively working in LA, probably the majority of working ones I've seen online. I don't really want to move to LA, I'm just curious what other cities are in your experience good when it comes to relievly getting composing jobs.

Curious about how many of you are working on a PC or on a Mac + which DAW. Also what advantages or disadvantages you see regarding Mac or PC?

Hello, I was wondering if anyone here knows anything about arranging music for an electric bass. I am attempting to arrange a song to make some sheet music for my girlfriend, but I honestly don't know how and cannot find any sheet music for the song. Are there any good arranging software that is free? Is there a different subreddit this would fit better in? Any information about the topic is helpful

Here's three of the eight pieces. They are intended to be simple enough to be read by intermediate (roughly high school or above) players. All forms of feedback (musical, notation, stylistic) are appreciated. Thank you!

- Zug

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"Danger" (score): https://drive.google.com/file/d/144SWX4lrxelglGzm5VUDAS7RsN7mjosQ/view?usp=sharing

"Danger" (mp3): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y2vny0er39Q4BLemBv9jssgQPOdFKbE1/view?usp=sharing

"Star Jaunt" (score): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dAJn9089ISHtfk7ZFi0zmPRciGVxHAC7/view?usp=sharing

"Star Jaunt" (mp3): https://drive.google.com/file/d/150KqSmxMndgZ44Kp60t2y7cUcAvQmPYJ/view?usp=sharing

"Wandering" (score): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fQ5H_wHkZEwseOPcwBnqfoD_C0C4FPvm/view?usp=sharing

"Wandering" (mp3): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sr77HugZBLFKHX1I_1CxwtuU9a7Zrr94/view?usp=sharing

I tried to focus on making a simple but memorable melody instead of something overly complicated. I'd really appreciate some constructive criticism.

Audio: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A611Li3pyem9U2B1zS78EN9n_bRdensF/view?usp=sharing

Score: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PUR6e6JHKOLXD1_dpvBtMmbsUmjo4DB9/view?usp=sharing

Hi there,

I am an aspiring young composer, and I am planning in a few years to make portfolios for conservatoires. I have been involved with composition since at least my 12 years of age, which is quite late, though I had never really managed to compose any serious work when I was young. Today, I am planning quite a heavy study plan to try to get into conservatoire after I finish my current university course in history, in about two years (though I might take one full year of intensive study before I do apply).

In a highly idealized scenario, I would love to get to Paris or into the RCM in the UK (though the standard seems to be ridiculously high). I am trying to get an idea of what does a top portfolio usually looks like, but I have very little information. So, what are they typically looking for in these kinds of big portfolios? Are there any tips in preparing?

Hi everyone! I just wanted to share my saxophone quartet im currently working on! Any feedback is appreciated!

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11C5zECQKILHH0ePlOfM1NSlJKySVCoCj

Additionally if you would like to check out more my website is here:

https://mperkinsmusic.my.canva.site/m-perkins-music

I need something like it pleeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaase!