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BASCA presents: Media Composer Conference
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Liz Lawson began her career in the music industry over a decade ago as a journalist and publicist, before finding a home working in music supervision. She was lucky enough to start her career working for five-time Grammy nominated music supervisor Gary Calamar on critically acclaimed television shows that include
Black Panther Film Sound Review
Review by Katie Tarrant Edited by Sam Hughes Directed by: Ryan Coogler Composer: Ludwig Göransson Sound Design: Skywalker Sound With a suitable amount of hype preceding its arrival, Marvel’s latest release Black Panther has finally hit our cinema screens and has already surpassed box office expectations. Snagging some fantastic reviews, breaking Marvel’s pre-sale records, and
Interview with Underworld: Blood Wars Composer, Michael Wandmacher
Sam Hughes speaks with Underworld: Blood Wars Composer, Michael Wandmacher. Michael is an American composer for film, television, and video games. He has worked on numerous high profile projects, including Piranha 3D, Punisher: War Zone, Bloodborne, Twisted Metal, and The Goldbergs. Most recently, he has worked on Voice From the Stone
Interview with Soundtrack Vocalist, Julie Elven
Main Image Credit: Mariska de Groot Article Written and Edited by Sam Hughes Sam Hughes speaks with soundtrack vocalist, Julie Elven! Julie is a soundtrack vocalist and multi-instrumentalist based in Munich, Germany. She is best known for her extensive vocal work on video games such as Horizon Zero Dawn, World of
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Big thank you to Sam Dudley for his guest contribution of this article. He asks composer Gordy Haab, about his career, writing for Star Wars Battlefront II and more! Gordy is a multi award-winning film, video game, and television composer who has written music for many well-known titles, including most
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Documentary workshop at the Frontline Club
The School of Sound announces a 2018 workshop at The Frontline Club The School of Sound have announced their new workshop at the Frontline Club, a gathering place for journalists, photographers and other likeminded people interested in international affairs and independent journalism. Strategies for Using Sound in Documentaries Friday, 16 February 2018 10 AM -