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I see myself primarily as a filmmaker and storyteller before considering myself as a composer.
I love being an active member of the creative community that includes filmmakers, game developers, and TV producers.
I often find myself working on diverse musical styles, but the core focus remains on the specific task at hand, which is to tell a story.
For me, it starts with a visual concept – what story do I aim to tell? Subsequently, I figure out how to convey that narrative through music and sound.
The ability to paint an emotion through music is the key role of a Film Composer. That is why I always try to add meaning to my music as to why this is that is making you feel in a certain way. I give the opportunity to the audience to come and experience my music and feel a specific emotion, I don’t tell them to feel in a certain way but rather allow them to feel and sense the flow of emotions within the music.
-Pranav Makhijani
Working with a real live Orchestra is an experience of great learnings in a Film Composer’s Life. Honored to share my skills with such amazingly talented musicians.
My Workflow as a Film Composer
At the Studio developing Spider-Man Theme
When Legendary and Warner Brothers allowed me to screen their movie DUNE with my original soundtrack "Sands of Arrakis" at a public event in a Cinema Setting! The Magic was created.
My first appearance as a Film Composer on a Cinema Screen at a Movie Premiere was an unforgettablle moment. Walking into the beautifully lit cinema screen and seeing myself on the big screen was a rare moment!
A few days ago I was interviewed as a Film Composer by some amazing people. I share my experience and journey of how I started working towards becoming a film composer. I also talked about the future prospects in the film industry in Liverpool City. It was an amazing interview. To anyone wanting to work in the film music industry or looking forward to collaborations, connect with us at MCM Productions. We love to make connections and hear from talented people who can contribute to executing sound and music for the movies.
Get in touch.
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you are an orchestrator or sound designer. Maybe you are a recording/mixing engineer. You maybe a music editor or a recordist. Whatever it is, film music needs it all.
Connect with us, have a chat on Zoom, or buy us a coffee. There is nothing better than connecting with people who serve the film-music industry with their amazing talent and skills. At the end of the day, Composing for Films is an effort of teamwork.
Sands of Arrakis (From the world of DUNE)
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Orchestrating within the String Section ↓
This is a String Quartet Arrangement. You can enhance your understanding by dedicating time and listening to the first 2 minutes of the original audio, studying it carefully, and analyzing how the analog sounds are working. The orchestration aims to capture the same energy and essence of the original arrangement, creating a unique experience sonically with different timbres created through different bowing techniques to match the vibe of the original arrangement.
Film Music is undeniably the most superior version of any music genre available, setting itself apart with its captivating melodies and emotional depth. Orchestration, its counterpart, is hailed as the purest form of musical artistry, albeit a challenging one to master. The integration of music in films serves to amplify their narrative, breathing life into each scene. One such example is the Ending Cue meticulously crafted by me for the finale of Game Of Thrones, evoking a myriad of emotions without the need for spoken words. It's truly intriguing how music has the power to convey intricate messages and evoke profound sentiments, allowing the audience to discern the underlying emotions effortlessly. Should you be interested in exploring the intricacies of composing such poignant cues, kindly complete the contact form provided above for access to the sheet music or further insights into the composition process.
All rights go to their respective copyright owners for the footage shown in the post. This is purely a rendition of my screen-scoring approach.
These are orchestrations derived from a piano sketch. Take a moment to listen to the audio of both the original piano sketch and the subsequent strings orchestration. By doing so, you can carefully compare and analyze how the music conveys a distinct emotional language when orchestrated within the string section. Notice the techniques used and how dovetailing is in effect.
Orchestrating within the Woodwind Section
Refer to the rough sketch in the PDF , analyse it, and Study the Orchestration.
Orchestrating within the Percussion Section
Refer to the rough sketch in the PDF and the Original Arrangement , analyse it, and Study the Orchestration
Notice how Idiophones and Membraphones are working together in a unique way, creating a rich tapestry of sound that evokes a sense of binaural immersion. Pay attention to the meticulous arrangement of these instruments, perfectly synchronized with the accompanying sketch and audio. Take a moment to listen to the audio and orchestration, mimicking the nuances of synthetic analog sounds with distinctive precussion elements. Also, notice the way they have been performed.
FILM SCORE ANALYSIS
IN THIS SECTION, EXPLORE HOW AUDIO AND MUSIC WORKS TO TELL THE STORY OF THE ON SCREEN ACTORS AND HOW THE MUSIC IS RUNNIG PARALLEL TO WHATS GOING ON THE SCREEN.
Voodoo Mama Dance Cue (Babylon)
