Advanced Film Scoring Workshop

MUSC X 498

Immerse yourself into the creative and logistical process of scoring a film from finding your own musical aesthetic to the practicalities of collaborating with others in the scoring process.

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Summer
In Person
Starting at $2,039.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Cover topics such as dealing with temp scores, spotting sessions, and communicating with directors
  • Work on incorporating themes and variations as you overcome creative roadblocks
  • Find your creative voice, breathe life into your scores, and communicate beyond the notes
  • Record your cues in a professional recording studio with live musicians

About this course:

This course will immerse you in the creative and logistical process of scoring a film. Topics include collaborating and communicating with directors, dealing with temp scores, learning how spotting sessions work, incorporating themes and variations, and overcoming creative roadblocks. In addition, you learn how to breathe life into your scores, how to find your voice and how to communicate beyond the notes on the page when working with live ensembles. Instruction includes the opportunity to record your cues in a professional recording studio with live musicians.
Prerequisites

MUSC X 449.41 Recording, Editing, and Mixing Techniques for Film Composers and MUSC X 483.1 Film Scoring on a Budget, or consent of instructor.

Summer 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens April 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: James Venable
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Fee:
$2,039.00
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Location: Remote Classroom , Burbank
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Notes

This course will meet via Zoom as well as In-Person (location to be announced).  Recording sessions will be held at recording studios in the Los Angeles area.

In-Person recording sessions, schedule and locations to be announced.

Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for this course. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Jun 26, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Burbank
Local 47 Musicians Union
Discussion
Thu Jul 3, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 10, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 17, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 24, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 31, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 7, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 14, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 21, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 28, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Sep 4, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Burbank
Local 47 Musicians Union

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Film Scoring
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