Sonic Storytellers: Screen Music Business On the Go
Screen Music Business On the Go
Episodes
#49: Let's check out the Vienna Smart Orchestra, the latest library from Vienna Symphonic Library and compose some 2D Battle VGM today :)
Vienna Smart Orchestra: https://www.vsl.co.at/en/Starter_Editions/Smart_Orchestra
Vienna Smart Spheres: https://www.vsl.co.at/en/Starter_Editions/Smart_Spheres
►► Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#48: What's the simplest way to achieve a realistic MIDI orchestra sound while still maintaining control of each step of the process? Here are my top 6 Waves plugins for a realistic, thick, & big mix with any MIDI orchestra.
Take advantage of the Waves Halloween Sale (31% off!) with coupon code "31OFF"!
Plugins used in this episode (in order):
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#47: Let's see Massive X in action as I live compose a Visual Pixel VGM track. Massive X is the latest synth by Native Instruments, as featured in Komplete 12. Unlike the traditional Massive plugin, Massive X is a brand-new engine for more easily crafting custom synths.
►Try the Massive X Demo Free → https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/synths/massive-x/
►Check out Komplete 12* → https://amzn.to/35IjVut
*Komp...
#46: Let's explore one of the coolest orchestral sample libraries on the market!
Check out Sonokinetic Ostinato Series: https://www.sonokinetic.net/products/bundles
►► Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#45: Yup. It's free. Sort of.
Grab your download: https://www.vsl.co.at/en/Starter_Editions/BBO
►► Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#44: That's right. The never-ending soundtrack continues! Join me as I write a new track for my favorite little 16-bit SNES platformer in the making, Beard Blade.
►► Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#43: Dark Souls anyone? Let's compose a dreadful boss track in the style of Dark Souls featuring a host of Sonokinetic libraries including:
•Tutti Vox (atonal choir)
•Espressivo (atonal orchestra)
•Woodwind Ensemble (traditional wind samples)
•AMS Bowls, Carillon, Chime, & Sleigh Bells
Check out all of Sonokinetic's libraries: https://www.sonokinetic.net
►► Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or...
#42: Let's compose some noir jazz music in the style of Bernard Herrmann, with the help of NOIR from Sonokinetic: https://www.sonokinetic.net/products/instruments/noir
►► Answer the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less. Free eBook → http://screenmusic.academy/free-ebook
#41: It's about time. My review + live demo using Super Audio Cart by Impact Soundworks to compose 16-bit Super Nintendo music for an RPG.
►►Check out Super Audio Cart → https://impactsoundworks.com/product/super-audio-cart
►► My best recommendations for budget sample instruments (including several mentioned in this live stream) → https://www.stevenmelin.com/blog/best-budget-vsts
#40: In this 2 hr live stream, I compose a 2 min. track using the intimate & beautiful small ensemble phrases of Sonokinetic INDIE: https://www.sonokinetic.net/products/instruments/indie/
This is one of the most inspiring libraries I've ever used!
►► Answer the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less. Free eBook → http://screenmusic.academy/free-ebook
#39: I go behind-the-scenes and share how I scored a recent movie trailer featuring several 8Dio Insolidus Choir tracks.
►► Check out 8Dio Insolidus Choir → https://8dio.com/instrument/insolidus-choir-for-kontakt-vst-au-aax-samples
►► Check out the 8Dio Free ASMR Project → https://8dio.com/2019/07/30/free-asmr
38: My latest project for a client...including a hurdy gurdy, lute, hammered dulcimer, accordion, & strings!
Jump to the good stuff @ 19:31
Download my free music packs for tracks like this to use in your projects, no strings attached! → https://www.stevenmelin.com/free-music-packs
#37: My latest composing adventure - today with an Anime Rock Theme Song!!
Download my free music packs for tracks like this to use in your projects, no strings attached! → https://www.stevenmelin.com/free-music-packs
#36: Want more freelance jobs? Use this content marketing strategy on YouTube, Instagram, Blogs, & Podcasts (or wherever your target audience lives) to land MORE jobs! Whether you're a musician, artist, editor, writer, or anything in-between, this is for you.
Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#35: What is a Film Score? How do you Compose Music for a Film? Let's tackle these two questions with my best tips & strategies.
Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#34: Behind-the-scenes tutorial of how I composed VGM for a 2D Blaster level theme in the style of Mega Man X. Lots of synthy & EDM goodness.
Download my free music packs for tracks like this to use in your projects, no strings attached! → https://www.stevenmelin.com/free-music-packs
#33: My process for how I composed a VGM demo for a 2D Viking Action RPG
Download my free music packs for tracks like this to use in your projects, no strings attached! → https://www.stevenmelin.com/free-music-packs
#32: Did you know that you only need repeat work from about 5 clients to last an entire career? Here are my best tips for cultivating successful repeat client relationships.
Answers to the Top 25 Questions Every Composer Asks in 5 Minutes or Less → https://steven-stevenmelin-com.ck.page/2de3a0dd6c
#31: In this 1 hr masterclass, we cover:
LINKS:
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✅ Hire a human to transcribe your audio to text! ► https://www.rev.com
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