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Sound for Performance & Film

Sound  for Film

My approach to composing for film begins with understanding the director’s vision. Through discussions about the work and references that help establish its direction, I begin developing a sonic world that feels connected to the story. Musical themes, instrumentation, and overall tone can grow from individual characters or larger ideas within the film, giving each its own identity as the narrative unfolds. I use these ideas to guide the score, allowing the music to evolve with the emotions and pacing of each scene. Sometimes the sound takes a more prominent role in shaping a moment, while other times it works subtly beneath the visuals. In either case, my goal is to create a cohesive experience where the music and sound design feel like a natural part of the storytelling.

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Sound for Dance

Film Reel Highlights
Dance Works Highlights
Albatross Clip Show OCT 2026.mov

Short Film, Sound Designer (2026)

The sound design was created for the director's initial vision for the scenes. For the cinematic sections of the design, I  chose slow evolving pieces to allow the viewer to sit with emotions

 

Directed By Stella Brewer-Vartanian

CONTENT WARNING - contains depictions of flashbacks to an assault

Albatross

Short Film, Sound Designer (2026)

Instead of a more standard melody/theme approach, the director requested that each character be represented by an instrument and that the overall style is that of a minimalist 1960's jazz bar. Percussion and bass act as supporting elements while the associated characters are accompanied by piano, saxophone, and clarinet. 

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Directed By Eric Haworth

Rick Broadwater Clip Show Pre-Downsize.mov

Rick Broadwater: Private Eye

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Unofficial Trailer Conceptual Redesign (2026)

This concept score is built around a distinct motif that drives intensity throughout. The concept design also uses additional impacts and rhythms to build tension and increase pacing so the experience pulls you in completely, then leaves you wanting more.

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Edit by Archie Jennings, The Cue Tube

CONTENT WARNING - contains brief moments of cinematic violence 

Terminator (2019)

Elephant's Dream Clip Show-HD 1080p.mov

Short Film Conceptual Redesign (2026)

This concept score uses distinct melodies and progression tied to opposing emotions to support the tone of a specific scene. Instrumentation and arrangement are restructured to add nuance and identity to each section. Additional atmospheric design used between scoring moments to enhance the film.

 

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Elephant's Dream

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Short Film Conceptual Redesign (2026)

This concept score approaches the film as a continuous ride, shaping pacing and atmosphere through shifts in texture rather than melodic development. Drawing on a blend of house-driven energy and 80s video game aesthetics, sections are contrasted with more lush, orchestral arrangements to reflect changes in environment. Harmonic progressions act as the primary driver, while simple, consistent melodies maintain cohesion. The introduction and reduction of percussion play a key role in defining momentum and space, allowing each transition to feel intentional and grounded

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