Film Scoring Courses and Certifications

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

60 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

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

Ultimate Sound Design: Mastering Sound Design

1633 ratings at Udemy

Master sound design for music production, game audio development, film scoring, composition, and more!

• Udemy
• 7 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Music Composition 101: Fundamentals, Principles, and Myths

510 ratings at Udemy

Demystifying music composition, film scoring, music production, and more

• Udemy
• 2 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Music Production for Films

Explore music as a tool for storytelling by conceptualizing, developing, and producing a score for the big screen

• Domestika
• 4 hours 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Creating a Short Film: 12 Audio

86 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

This course is part 12 of the 13-part Creating a Short Film series, and focuses on all aspects of creating the audio for the film.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

From Silence to Sound: Composing Music for Film, Documentaries and Commercials

Learn strategies for composing music for visual media, including outlining, tempo selection, creative approaches, director communication, and responding to reference tracks.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available