The Art of Film Scoring is a 6-week primer into the technical and psychological aspects of film composition. Through the course we will cover film music history, thematic analysis, music theory and composition, technical aspects of film scoring, and self promotion tips including resources for website creation and audio and film publishing. The course is taught by film composer Chris Fitzgerald, Berklee College of Music alumnus and former Manager of Training & Programs for Berklee. No prior film scoring experience is necessary. Students are required to own a computer with MIDI sequencing and audio recording software to complete course homework. Throughout the course, students will score a scene from a film, finishing with a complete demo score piece.

By the end of the course you will be able to:

• Intelligently analyze the function of music in film
• Spot the differences between score and diegetic music
• Work with the technical and psychological aspects of film scoring to compose your own film music
• Promote yourself as a film composer

Lesson 6 – Film Composer Self Promotion

• Honing your craft as a composer
• Demo tips
• Tips and resources for building a web presence
• Networking and engaging in composer/musician communities
• Resources for getting film scoring gigs
• Advice on standing your ground as an artist