REQ: The Professional Composer's Guide by Paul Thomson Ebook
Discover your new comprehensive guide to working as a professional media composer – written by award-winning film, TV and games composer and Spitfire Audio co-founder Paul Thomson — harnessing over 25 years of industry experience and trade secrets.
INSPIRATIONAL ADVICE FROM A PRO
The Professional Composer’s Guide looks at both the business and creativity of making music. This engaging and informative book is split into two sections; the first half explores elements of the business, whilst the second covers creativity, including strategies to develop the craft of composing and producing music. Written by renowned composer Paul Thomson, this comprehensive book is for anyone who is interested in becoming a professional composer, or anyone who would like to refine or develop their technical and creative skills when writing music. Interleaved throughout the book are exclusive tips from composer friends on the frontline of media composition, as well as advice from the recording engineer and orchestral contractor perspective.
"Paul has written a book SO complete, that were I starting out in this business, I would immediately choose another profession for fear I could never possibly learn all this stuff!"
— JOHN POWELL, FIlm Composer
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