Cover Photo by Jake Blucker This post was brought to you in collaboration with our partner site Behind the Score. Discover the Harmony Secrets of Modern Film and Video Games. A powerful score can elevate a film from good to great, leaving a lasting impression long after the credits roll. We figured we’d share a … Read more
Cover Photo by De’Andre Bush A Journey Through Melody and Emotion James Horner (1953-2015) was a titan of film music composition. His soaring melodies, epic orchestrations, and innovative use of electronic elements have left a permanent mark on cinema. From the sweeping romance of “Titanic” to the heart-pounding action of “Aliens,” Horner’s music had the … Read more
Cover Photo by Amy Gatenby This is an excerpt lesson from the [STUDY PACK] Scales for Film Composers. Complete editions of video lessons, music scores (PDF), score analysis (PDF), and HD music examples used in this lesson can be viewed here. Introduction – Scale structure: 1 ♭2 3 4 5 ♭6 ♭7 (See Fig. A) … Read more
Cover Photo by 五玄土 ORIENTO This post was brought to you in collaboration with our partner site Behind the Score. What is a Hirajoshi scale? – Scale structure: 1 2 ♭3 5 ♭6 (Fig. A) – Japanese Pentatonic Scale The Hirajoshi scale is an example of a pentatonic (five-tone) scale. Owing in part to the fact … Read more
