Film Scoring Courses and Certifications

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

The self-taught Academy Award-winner teaches how he creates sounds from nothing, composes compelling character themes, and scores a movie before ever seeing it.

• MasterClass
• 5 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

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

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

Native Instruments

Scoring with Scene Series - Writing to Picture Using Lotus, Saffron and Nightshade

Explore the creative possibilities of Scene series instruments for film scoring, with practical demonstrations of Lotus, Saffron, and Nightshade plugins for composing music to visuals.

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

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

SXSW

Scoring My First Feature Film - A Conversation with Finneas O’Connell

Explore Finneas O'Connell's journey in composing his debut feature film score, discussing creative process, inspiration, and the challenges of scoring a powerful drama about tragedy's unseen faces.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Modern Film Composing

1 rating at CreativeLive

Explore film scoring techniques, from finding the right style to collaborating with directors. Learn to create dynamic, budget-friendly music that enhances storytelling and shapes viewer interpretation.

• CreativeLive
• 5 hours 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Pro Tools Essentials

Comprehensive guide to Pro Tools HD, covering advanced features, best practices, and time-saving techniques for recording, editing, and mixing audio in professional studio environments.

• CreativeLive
• 9 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Ultimate Sound Design: Mastering Sound Design

1921 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

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

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

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

Music Composition 101: Fundamentals, Principles, and Myths

517 ratings at Udemy

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

• Udemy
• 2 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid 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 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course