Film Scoring Masterclass with James Borchers

Composing music for film, animation, and video games calls for a unique mix of art and science. Students explore the creative principles and software techniques used to support a story with music in this masterclass taught by industry veteran and award-winning composer James Borchers. James' body of work spans a range of media, including orchestral and chamber music, electroacoustic and computer music, sound installations, opera, film scores, and music for theater. With his guidance and mentorship, students will compose an original score synchronized to a picture, then participate in a live studio recording session with a chamber ensemble to produce their finished soundtrack.  

Tuition includes: 

• Lunch and snacks 
• All course materials and supplies 

Prerequisites: 

• To get the most from this opportunity, it is beneficial for students to have basic musical knowledge and performance experience