When film music becomes continuous wallpaper so aggressively it doesn’t even let the viewers think for themselves, everyone loses.
Tag: television
When Film Music Is a Mickey Mouse Operation
What exactly is “mickeymousing,” and how do we know whether it’s a good or bad addition to your musical score? Let’s find out.
3 Ways “The Office” Theme IS Michael Scott
The Office Theme music couldn’t be more indicative of Michael Scott’s character persona, it functions almost as a leitmotif for three reasons, here’s how.
Step Up Your TV/Film Scoring and Sync/Licensing Skills with a Soundfly Mentor
Meet your new soundfly Mentor, Rafael Torres, whose list of TV/film scoring and music production credits will make your jaw drop!
How to Recreate the Synth Sound of Twin Peaks’ ‘Laura Palmer’s Theme’
Angelo Badalamenti’s “Twin Peaks” score is some of the most iconic music in TV history, here we explore how to recreate of his warm vintage synth sounds.
Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas: A Holiday Classic That Time Almost Forgot
The 1977 Jim Henson special, “Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas” is back, with Paul Williams’ classic music and all. Here’s the story.
How Do You Make an Audience Feel Nostalgic with Music?
Writing music for a show or film? Check out this beginner’s lesson on creating a sense of nostalgia in your music to fit the narrative.
How I Made a Trap Song About the Food Chain for 2 Chainz
It had been two hours of staring at a screen, writer’s block was setting in. And then it hit us… A trap song about marine biology. The rest is history.
The Fall of Milli Vanilli and 5 More Lip Sync Disasters
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Quick Tracks Nº 7: Write a Theme Song for Your Own TV Show
Welcome back to the dance floor, Quick Trackers! Once a month, we hook you up…