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TØNY
No full textIn my CE, I delve into the journey of creating my culminating experience, a five-song EP titled „TØNY“. My work is characterized by hook-heavy autobiographical songwriting rooted in early 2000s synth-pop production. My Thesis/CE will explore the various aspects of this project, from its innovative components and the new skills I acquired, to the challenges faced and my future plans. This experience has been an exploration of female empowerment, fighting the inner Saboteur, and the championing of the chronically misunderstood, conveyed through emotionally complex songwriting accompanied by upbeat music production.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-cmat/1062/thumbnail.jp
Proportion
No full textThis piece of music has been made as a culmination of my education at Berklee College of Music. In this project, I developed, researched, and delved into the ability of music to move between different emotional states. Furthermore, I was interested in the way music can convey a human message while deeply connecting to the values of humane morality and its activation. I was intrigued by how different elements in music can produce a magnetic state that will activate an emotional reaction in the listener through memories and feelings he experienced in the past, thus awakening these feelings in him again. Regardless of origin, past experiences, or character, it amazes me how music, in collaboration with a story or other media art, can evoke the same sense of identification in every human being.
This project is to ascertain my fulfillment of the Degree of Master of Music in Scoring for Film, Television, and Video Games at Berklee College of Music Valencia Campus. It relates to the journey to my final recording project with a 50+ piece orchestra at AIR Studios in London, England.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/1246/thumbnail.jp
Sandbox Sessions
No full textAs more forms of content move into the digital world, there remains a void in the world of live music performance. Platforms such as NPR’s Tiny Desk have succeeded in presenting high-quality video and audio by recording in an intimate indoor space. However, what if that same level of quality could be achieved while recording performances in lush scenes of nature? Sandbox Sessions aims to deliver this new medium of music video consumption by recording live performances with 4K video and professionally mixed audio. Through implementing various effects via After Effects, Sandbox Sessions will also feature subtle psychedelic visuals layered on top of the scenic background landscapes. The goals of this collaborative project between the author and his colleague, Tahir Patwala, include learning the nuances of live and post production for audio and video, delivering a professional and innovative product that is easily digestible for any viewer, and building a unique brand.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-production-technology/1374/thumbnail.jp
Jordan Equim and the Golden Relic (The Magic of Inspiration in Film Music)
No full textAfter having had the irreplaceable opportunity to record a 3-minute cue at AIR Studios Lyndhurst, my eyes and ears have been launched deeper into the world of scoring music to visual media. Reflecting upon the experience has truly brought my musical education to a culminating point, and my perspective on the industry has been forever altered by this life-changing experience. The first step in my journey to completing this recording project was to channel my influences. Landing on the career and music of John Williams was inevitable for me, so my next move was to decide a particular soundtrack of his that sparked my imagination the most. Mr. Williams’ cues to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone hold a special place in my heart, so I was moved to create an original piece of music in that light, as well as to create an original fantasy short story and video for the music to be scored to. With my inspiration and materials locked in, my next step on the path to AIR Studios was to compose the music itself. Once the music was finished, I found that my influences were shown on my sleeve, and that an analysis of my cue would be able to relate to Mr. Williams’ extensive catalogue. When it came time to record the music in London, I was as ready as my life depended on it. My inspirations were on my mind throughout the entire recording process, and I felt overjoyed and honored to have stood on that special podium in that beautiful studio. Afterwards, I was tasked with mixing and mastering the score, and I found that to be quite a rewarding process in consideration of my prior experiences. My story and vision of how this music came together is one that I will never forget, and my devotion to film music composition will be forever inspired by this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/1255/thumbnail.jp
Animal Crackers: My Story of Music, Social Media, and a Circus
No full textIn this paper, I discuss my musical background leading up to Berklee. What was it exactly that got me into music? How did I end up in Valencia, Spain? My introduction is quite long, and I find this necessary to fully understand the motivations that led me to this moment. As the paper continues, I talk about the entire process of my Culminating Experience recording project. From where I found my clip to the analysis and post-production of the piece, I delve into every aspect of my project. This is the bulk of the paper, 5 chapters organizing my thoughts into a somewhat chronological order.
The first chapter explains not only how I found the Animal Crackers clip to rescore, but why I resonate with this project so much. Continuing from this, the second chapter lays out my entire working process. Some parts of my method are quite straightforward, others not so much. In chapter 3, I analyze my composition. I use some examples to show orchestration, melodic content, and more to understand how my piece is structured and why it works. After this, the fourth chapter details my experience at AIR Studios - Lyndhurst Hall. I’m incredibly grateful to have had this opportunity. The final chapter before the conclusion describes the after from the recording session. I mainly cover the mixing and mastering of my composition. As my writing comes to an end, I reflect on my project, my time at Berklee, and my musical journey as a whole.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/1256/thumbnail.jp
I Want to be a Sea Creature
No full textIn this paper I detail my experience composing, orchestrating, conducting, and producing a live orchestral recording at London’s AIR Studios for an independent, live action short film. I begin with context about my musical background and how I ended up at Berklee Valencia. I then discuss the process of finding the film, titled This Sea for short, and working with the director to figure out the film’s musical needs. I detail my compositional process, including the composers I drew inspiration from, the way I transformed my simple ideas into an orchestrated score, the experience of conducting the recording session in London, my process of editing the session in post-production, and the feelings of self doubt I had to overcome along the way.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/1260/thumbnail.jp
Trails of Memory
No full textThis project is designed to combine the schools of film theory and musical composition to produce a high caliber score to be recorded with a full orchestra in the prestigious Air Studios in London, UK. My chosen scene to score from the TV series Sacred Lies, is thoroughly dissected from multiple perspectives to understand how to apply compositional techniques to visual concepts such as cinematography and editing. I then document the complex process of realizing the score: composing the thematic material, syncing to picture, producing a professional mockup, orchestrating, recording in London, and mixing the final project. The goal of this thesis is to utilize what I have learned via my documented experiences with this project to offer a roadmap which can be used by anyone to approach scoring for nearly any dramatic project. It is my hope that this project offers a fresh perspective and passion for storytelling to any artist who should encounter it.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/1244/thumbnail.jp
Ad Lumen
No full textMy CE is a recording of my music at Air Studios in London. I chose a short video (3 minutes long) that shows us an abstract creation of the world through the lens of Native American mythology. The name of the video is Trail of Light .https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/1261/thumbnail.jp
Immersive Music Portfolio: Exploring Hybrid Studio Music Production with Dolby Atmos and Object-Based Audio Techniques
No full textThis project presents a portfolio of immersive music mixes created using Dolby Atmos, a cutting-edge audio format that allows for three-dimensional sound placement. The project showcases five tracks, originally produced and mixed in stereo, which were adapted to Dolby Atmos to explore the creative and technical possibilities offered by this advanced format. The innovative aspects of this project include the integration of creative movement within the sound field and the application of musicality-related spatial dynamics, both of which enhance the emotional and artistic impact of the music. Additionally, the project addresses the challenges of managing complex signal paths and balancing artistic innovation with established audio quality standards. The outcomes demonstrate the potential of Dolby Atmos as a future standard for music production, with implications for both the music industry and multi-media art forms. This project also opens avenues for further research into spatial audio technology and its application in creating immersive and emotionally engaging audio experiences.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-production-technology/1367/thumbnail.jp
Cosmic Quiet
No full textCosmic Quiet is a virtual comic book prototyped and scored by the author. The narrative spans the Black diaspora, analyzing Black music in relation to American blackness and its role in global marginalization and cultural identity.
Participating in any artistic lineage requires study and respect for those in the field that have come before. The author’s educational background is in jazz studies, so researching afrofuturism and visual art was an important part of this endeavor. The biggest challenge faced by the author was prototyping in Unity. Eventually, the author transitioned from focusing on the interactive prototype to focusing on Midjourney renderings, the script, and the soundtrack.
Hopefully there is a future for this project in terms of possibly developing a series of interactive comics and different iterations of the concept in different mediums such as interactive exhibits, physical comic books, and a film series.https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-production-technology/1370/thumbnail.jp