Christian Henson on the origins of Spitfire Audio, dealing with anxiety & the secret to his productivity

Christian Henson on the origins of Spitfire Audio, dealing with anxiety and narcissists & the secret to his productivity

The string family explained in 7 easy points

In this post I explain all about the string family and the instruments contained so that you can improve your string orchestrations.

Recording an Orchestra at Abbey Road – Lessons learnt

In this post I wanted to share what I learnt from recording an orchestra at Abbey Road studios. It was a string and brass section.

The importance of a Positive Mental Attitude with Kati Falk-Flores

I talk to the award winning trailer music composer Kati Falk-Flores. Kati shares how she went from studying the French Horn to learning the art of trailer music.

A Very British Scandal Trailer Music Walkthrough | Sanctuary by Richard Schrieber

In today’s episode I walk you through the Trailer Music I produced that was used in A Very British Scandal.

How to start your trailer music career, avoiding burnout, and landing placements with Sigurd Jøhnk-Jensen

In today’s episode I talk to trailer music and video game composer Sigurd Jøhnk-Jensen. Who has such a great grasp of work-life balance #inspired

Archive 81 Trailer Music Walkthrough

In this episode I show you how I composed the track ‘Monument’ that was featured in the trailer for the Netflix show, Archive 81.

How To Re-Ignite Your Spark

In this episode I talk about feeling like I had lost my passion for writing music and how I re-ignited my spark.

Britney vs Spears Trailer Music Walkthrough

In today’s episode I take you behind the scenes of a track of mine that was used in the trailer for Netflix’s special, Britney vs Spears.

Selling millions of dollars of CDs & learning in a fun and Genki way with Richard Graham

Richard talks with Richard Graham, the lead educational consultant with Genki English and a leading authority on teaching in a “genki” way

Why Bother Using “Trailerised” Impacts and Hits?

In this episode of the podcast I talk about why it’s important to use big trailer hits in your trailer music.

“Pigeon-hole my music” – find your niche more like it

In this episode of the podcast I talk about “Pigeon-holing” your music.

Writing the music for The Witcher: Season 2 teaser trailer, with Emma Middleton and Kieran Scragg

In this episode of the Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast I am joined by not one, but two very special guests. The supervisor/composer duo Emma Middleton (@rubatomusic_uk) and Kieran Scragg (@fortnowhere).

The Role of A Freelance Music Supervisor with Emma Middleton

In this episode of the Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast I got to chat with the freelance music supervisor, Emma Middleton (@rubatomusic_uk).

The Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast is back

Happy New Year Everyone - 2022 is here and what a way to kick it off (albeit it a little late) than to re-launch the Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast!?

Piano Cue Part Two

Piano Cue PART ONE: Sketching

Basic Template

Steam Punk by Fallout Music Group

Horror Cue Act Two

What is ‘Imposter Syndrome’ and how can you deal with it?

Stutter Risers

Most commonly asked questions about trailer music with Aurélie Webb

Ciaran, Cody and Rich talk about feedback, customs and rejection