Film & Music Articles
Articles about film composition, music & film, aesthetics & psychology of music, composing techniques, working in the film & TV industry, music copyright & licensing.
Natural Selection (Mirage 3D)
added on 06/02/12 by Mark SlaterWorking with Robin Sip is proving to be one of the most rewarding relationships in my career...
Filmmaking on a budget
added on 20/07/10 by Mark SlaterThere are a couple of things that have to be considered in any discussion of this subject. ...
The Cost of Film Music
added on 23/06/10 by Mark SlaterUsually, I'm just asked in the most general terms, how much would I charge to score a film. ...
Understanding what the client wants: The art of putting music into words
added on 18/06/10 by Mark SlaterFor many directors, and clients, music is an area which makes them nervous. For a start, mu...
Using Music in Marketing
added on 17/06/10 by Mark SlaterMusic works in many powerful ways. In particular when connected to an image, a verbal messa...
Orchestration Tips
added on 12/05/10 by Mark SlaterThese are just a few tips from experience recording in the studio with professional musician...
Recording in Eastern Europe
added on 12/05/10 by Mark SlaterFor the fulldome film Natural Selection (2010 Mirage3D) I was asked to provide a full orches...
Save time choosing a composer for your film
added on 02/02/10 by Mark SlaterAs a producer myself, I get the picture (no pun intended). The film needs music, but what s...
Composing Music for Film, TV, Games & Multimedia
added on 02/11/09 by Mark SlaterI was asked by a few students to give my feedback on the prerequisites of being a composer i...
How to be a Film Composer
added on 25/08/07 by Mark SlaterIn a nutshell, land an internship with a successful film composer, build your credits on the...
Music for indie films with little or no budget
added on 12/10/09 by Mark SlaterMusic is cheap so even on a tight budget, finding some to underscore your film should be no ...