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T. Griffin Readies ‘California Solo’ for Sundance
Many musicians are trying to find the right sound, but for composer T. Griffin that cliché takes on unexpected depth and dimensions. In addition to his lauded solo pieces and work with the band the Quavers, Griffin has earned esteem scoring a number of moving independent films, including Prodigal Sons, Children of Invention, and a number of works with Jem Cohen. His latest projects are Liza Johnson’s…
From MusicWorld, posted 1.18.12
Ryan Beveridge Reflects On Sundance Composers Lab
The Sundance Film Festival has its share of glitz and celebrities. But those wishing to dig a little deeper in search of the true talent the festival year-round nurtures need look no further than composer Ryan Beveridge. This alumnus of the Sundance Composers Lab credits the organization for a substantial portion of his career, thanks to the networking and support which have sent projects his way. But…
From MusicWorld, posted 1.18.12
Ludovic Bource, ‘The Artist’ Take Golden Globe for Best Score
French composer Ludovic Bource clinched a big win at the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards, held Sunday, January 15 in Los Angeles. His music for The Artist was named Best Original Score for a Motion Picture, and joined the cavalcade of honors for the film, including Best Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical and Best Actor – Comedy or Musical. “It’s an incredible honor,” Bource…
From News, posted 1.17.12
BMI Presents Annual Composer/Director Roundtable at Sundance 2012
2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Donovan to Headline 10th Annual BMI Snowball
From News, posted 1.12.12
2012 Golden Globe Nominations Go to BMI Composers
Legends and new talents stand side-by-side in BMI’s elite list of nominees for the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards, presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Iconic composer John Williams earned a nod in the Best Original Score for a Motion Picture field in recognition of his music for the acclaimed War Horse. Williams is joined in the category by Atticus Ross, Ludovic Bource and Abel Korzeniowski. Last year’s winner…
From News, posted 1.04.12
New Digital MusicWorld Issue: Top 7 Videos of 2011 and More
Check out the last BMI MusicWorld digital issue of 2011, featuring… Seven 2011 Video Clips You Don’t Want to Miss: Throughout the year, BMI captures exclusive moments on video. From sharing a career high with Lady Gaga to advice from pop master David Foster to a mad dash through SXSW with Welsh phenom Bright Light Bright Light, we’ve picked…
From News, posted 12.15.11
BMI Video: 7 Clips from 2011 You Don’t Want to Miss
Throughout the year, BMI captures exclusive moments on video. From sharing a career high with Lady Gaga to advice from pop master David Foster to a mad dash through SXSW with Welsh phenom Bright Light Bright Light, we’ve picked our seven small-screen favorites from 2011. David Foster’s 10 Tips for Songwriters When David Foster was…
From MusicWorld, posted 12.15.11
The BMI Holiday Countdown
Hall-decking, bell-jingling, holiday hysteria is upon us, and joining the party is so much more fun than grinching out on the sidelines. So count us in. Here at BMI, we’re sharing eight of our favorite holiday songs – check back every Tuesday and Thursday on bmi.com until December 22, the week before Christmas.
From MusicWorld, posted 12.15.11
Crowded Holiday Film Season Keeps Composers Busy
Steven Spielberg, David Fincher, Roman Polanski, Meryl Streep: Hollywood’s year-end release schedule is so packed with high-profile films and big names, even the staid New York Times referred to it as Hollywood’s “big binge.” That’s good news for movie fans and even better news for film composers, who have been working overtime to fill the demand for music created by this studio frenzy. Many end-of-year releases feature a holiday plot,…
From MusicWorld, posted 12.15.11
Spotlight: First-Time BMI Songwriting Award Winners
For a composer or lyricist, being recognized for a songwriting achievement never loses its luster, no matter how many times such an honor comes an artist’s way. Still, the thrill that results from being a “first-time” winner is always especially memorable. In 2011, BMI staged seven ceremonies that recognized the writers, publishers and producers of the most-performed songs of the past year, in a wide range of genres. When asked…
From MusicWorld, posted 12.15.11
James Bond Composer David Arnold Branches Out with London Olympics
From the Grammy-winning heroics of Independence Day to the pulse-pounding excitement of the last five James Bond films, the music of English composer David Arnold has helped to propel moviegoers into the 21st century with panache. But this year’s recipient of BMI’s Richard Kirk Award for career achievement isn’t just a film composer. His commitment to international human-rights issues and his willingness to take on a major…
From MusicWorld, posted 12.01.11
Brian Tyler: A Score to Settle
It’s no surprise to learn that Brian Tyler, the musical force behind such testosterone-laden films as Final Destination, Law Abiding Citizen and Rambo, likes to unwind with his own brand of high-octane entertainment — car racing, for example. The Los Angeles-based musician is as intense as the films, television shows and video games he scores. “I love scoring,” he explains. “I love to get in there and…
From MusicWorld, posted 11.16.11
Alexandre Desplat, A.R. Rahman Win Big at World Soundtrack Awards
The 38th annual Ghent International Film Festival concluded with an all-star bang at the World Soundtrack Awards 2011 on Saturday, October 22. Alexandre Desplat (SACEM) earned the Film Composer of the Year crown. Desplat, who also won the top honor last year, has built a globally renowned reputation on the strength of work including A Better Life, The Burma Conspiracy, The King’s Speech, The Three of Life,…
From News, posted 10.24.11
Pete Rugolo Dies
Influential composer and arranger Pete Rugolo has died. He was 95.
From News, posted 10.20.11
Billboard/Hollywood Reporter Film & TV Music Conference Offers Registration Discount
BMI’s ‘The Connection Between Composers and Directors’ panel slated for October 24
From News, posted 10.17.11
Michael Andrews: The Artistry in Simplicity
The secret to a great film score? It’s simple, says Los Angeles-based composer/musician Michael Andrews. “What’s important is the feeling behind the music, rather than how complicated it is, or how much it reminds you of some other thing,” he says. “So many times in score composing everybody’s like, ‘Well if it was just like this,’ or, ‘maybe it should be a little more like that.’ I…
From MusicWorld, posted 9.12.11
Christopher Lennertz Rocks ‘Horrible Bosses’
What do you get when you put members of the Beastie Boys, Jane’s Addiction, Dave Matthews Band and Pearl Jam together? If you answered a film score, then you’ve seen—and heard—the summer comedy hit Horrible Bosses. The all-star band was the brainchild of award-winning film composer Christopher Lennertz, whose goal was to ensure the score meshed seamlessly with the film’s source music. “[Director] Seth Gordon said he…
From MusicWorld, posted 9.08.11
BMI Nurtures Art of Conducting at 14th Annual Conducting for the Film Composer Workshop
BMI continued to celebrate and nurture the art of conducting at the organization’s annual six-day Conducting for the Film Composer workshop series, taught by BMI Classic Contribution Award winner, conductor and composer Lucas Richman. Each year, a select group of BMI composers are selected to participate in the workshop, where they hone the craft of conducting, from the fundamentals of multi-meter scores to conducting to…
From News, posted 8.23.11
Sundance Composers Lab Wraps in Utah
Six Fellows mentored by BMI composers Christopher Young, George S. Clinton, Harry Gregson-Williams, Edward Shearmur, Alan Silvestri & others during two-week Lab
From News, posted 8.11.11
Applications Now Being Accepted for Composing for the Screen 2011: A Film Scoring Mentorship Program
In film, music plays a crucial role in enlivening the narrative. How does a composer find the unique sounds that help transform a story into a multi-dimensional, deeply moving experience?
From News, posted 8.04.11
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