A working definition of film music – theory derived from practice Film music is often defined by where it appears: in films. Sometimes by how it sounds: orchestral, atmospheric, emotional. Sometimes by what it does: underscore, theme, background. All of these descriptions are true – and still insufficient. Because none of them explains what fundamentally … Read more
Tempo, rhythm, time – the foundation of film music, before harmony and themes When film music is discussed, the conversation usually starts with harmony, themes, or style. But long before a single chord is chosen, a film has already made a far more fundamental decision. Every film defines its own relationship to time. Film music … Read more
Everybody loves big themes – but in film music, chords & harmony do the real work When people talk about film music, they usually talk about themes. They hum melodies, remember opening titles, associate films with iconic musical ideas. And that makes perfect sense. Melodies are easy to remember. They give shape to memory. They … Read more
Crafting Film Music That Lasts – From Live Orchestra to Bold Beats The creation of film music is both a creative and a technical process. It spans several phases: from the initial idea to the final soundtrack, we at JP Composers work closely with directors, producers, and editors to bring out the emotional power of … Read more
Evolution of film music: From silent films to blockbusters to streaming The evolution of film music has been and remains fascinating – from the improvised piano accompaniments of the silent film era to the iconic orchestral scores for cinema blockbusters to modern, hybrid soundtracks that seamlessly integrate into the streaming age. Each era brought with … Read more
Psychology of film music: Why it works Film music has special abilities: it evokes emotions, changes the perception of scenes, and engages the audience more deeply in the plot. But why does film music have such a powerful effect on us? The answer lies in the psychology of listening and emotional processing. In this article, … Read more