Film Scoring Courses and Certifications

Film Music Appreciation

Explore the evolution of American film music from 1927 to present, analyzing historical developments, prominent composers, and diverse scoring styles through hands-on listening and viewing experiences.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 16 hours a week
• 24th Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Film Music Appreciation

Explore the evolution of film music from silent era to modern cinema, examining composers, animation scoring, and director collaborations while developing critical listening skills.

• California Community Colleges System
• 13 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 18th Feb, 2025
• Paid Course

Creating Music for Film, TV and Gaming: Techniques

Master the art of composing for visual media using modern MIDI studios, from spotting sessions to final stem delivery. Create original scores for films, commercials, and trailers while developing professional industry skills.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 25th Jan, 2025
• Paid Course

Santa Fe Institute

InterPlanetary Film Scores - Art, Craft, and Science in Sci-Fi Soundtracks

Explore the art, craft, and science behind iconic sci-fi film scores through live performance and insightful analysis, revealing the secrets that make these soundtracks unforgettable.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Music Theory and Scoring for Film

Learn how to score a film collaboratively, using your music to convey a feeling and tell the story.

• Domestika
• 6 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Music in Film and Video

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Explore the theory and process of incorporating music with film and video projects—and gain understanding about the rules and workflow of various film score options.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Film Scoring - Techniques For The Modern Composer

Explore essential film scoring techniques through analysis and hands-on composition. Learn industry tools, emotional response, music theory, and professional practices to create compelling soundtracks.

• Skillshare
• 4 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Communication University of China

Introduction to Film Music

Explore the fundamentals of film scoring, from silent era techniques to modern composition, covering instruments, rhythm, melody, harmony, and the crucial role of music in storytelling.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Filmmusik – Teil 2 – Techniken für moderne Komponist:innen

Erlernen Sie fortgeschrittene Techniken der Filmmusikkomposition, von Atmosphäre und Orchestrierung bis hin zu Spannungsaufbau und Genrespezifika. Praxisnahe Einblicke in den Kompositionsprozess für verschiedene Filmszenen.

• Skillshare
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Native Instruments

Epic Orchestral Collection Tutorial - Scoring a Short Film

Learn to score film scenes using Audio Imperia's Epic Orchestral Collection. Explore libraries, breakdown compositions, and discover techniques for creating authentic, detailed orchestral music.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Produce Like A Pro

How to Compose Music for Film

Discover professional film scoring techniques and creative approaches to composing cinematic music with insights from experienced composer Chad Fischer's workflow and methodology.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Chongqing University

电影中的经典音乐

Explore the fascinating intersection of music and cinema, from basic theory to global styles. Learn how different musical elements enhance storytelling across diverse cultural landscapes.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Communication University of China

从音乐到影像

了解电影音乐，掌握音画关系， 探索视听传播，体验音画之美

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Beijing Institute of Technology

电影音乐

Explore the intricate relationship between music and film through comparative studies of Eastern and Western film scores, focusing on orchestration, functionality, and cultural significance.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Modern Sound Editing

Master the art of cinematic sound editing, from classic techniques like J and L cuts to innovative sound bridges. Learn from legendary directors while practicing dialogue editing, Foley artistry, and music scoring to create immersive viewing experiences.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)