Custom Music for Your Film

Get unforgettable music that lifts your project and fits your vision—even if music feels mysterious.

Most filmmakers are great at their craft but struggle to find music that fits their vision.

WHEN YOU DON’T FIND THE RIGHT CUSTOM MUSIC FOR YOUR PROJECT YOU:

Score Essentials is my roadmap designed to help you make your story unforgettable with music that truly fits.

I work with filmmakers, TV show runners, and web series creators who want to turn their vision into an emotional, immersive experience.

Score Essentials

The search is over. Check out…

If You’re Ready To…

  • I’ll create music that reaches straight for your audience’s heart.

  • I’ll craft music that makes your story sound unique.

  • I’ll handle the music so it matches your vision perfectly.

  • I’ll deliver a soundtrack your audience won’t forget.

then we’re a great fit.

What To Expect

WHEN YOU WORK WITH ME…

Spotting Session 🕵🏼‍♀️

Know exactly where the music goes and why it matters.

Synched-to-Picture Demo 🎥

Experience your story with music that fits perfectly.

Open-Book Communication 📖

Stay in the loop and make confident creative choices.

Integrated Themes 🎶

Your score weaves motifs and themes throughout, giving your project a unified, professional feel—unlike generic stock tracks.

I’m Michael.

I’ve been in love with cinema for as long as I can remember, and I’ve been writing music for three decades. I started out on guitar at 15, added piano at 18, and eventually studied composition both on my own and at university. For years, I wrote ambitious music but didn’t have the technology or players to bring it to life. That changed in 2022, when I discovered orchestral VSTs.

I went all in, diving deep into orchestration and film scoring, and suddenly the sounds I’d been hearing in my head were right there on the screen.

Now I use that blend of lifelong musicianship, formal training, and cutting-edge tools to help filmmakers tell their stories with music that feels as alive as their visuals.

I’m a composer, but you can think of me as your storytelling partner.

I Know How to Help
Filmmakers tell their story.

If you’re a filmmaker with a passion for storytelling, then we’re a great fit.

Ready to stop searching and find the music that fits your film?

HERE’S HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER.

I know how challenging it can be to trust someone else with the emotional heartbeat of your film.

ONCE WE’RE WORKING TOGETHER YOU WILL…

👉🏼 feel completely understood, because I translate your ideas into music without the jargon.

👉🏼 enjoy a collaborator who listens and adapts, instead of pushing their own agenda.

👉🏼 hear a cohesive score that ties your whole film together, not just a playlist of cues.

👉🏼 gain breathing room to focus on directing, knowing the music is fully handled.

👉🏼 stay calm under deadlines, because you’ve got a composer who’s reliable and proactive.

👉🏼 stay calm under deadlines, because you’ve got a composer who’s reliable and proactive.

What Kind Of Results Can You Expect?

  • Erika Apelgren

    Actor, Filmmaker, Producer - Erika achieved a haunting, immersive soundtrack for the first installment of her Echoes film series, The Desert Voice. The music brought the story’s emotional depth to life, as if it was always part of her vision.

  • Bobby Duncan

    Writer, director, actor - Bobby walked away with soundtracks for three short films: the western Candy & Firecrackers, the campy horror-comedy Creatureville, and the dystopian 9FIVE2. Each film is winning awards and making waves on the festival circuit.

  • Ursula R

    Filmmaker - Ursula ended up with an emotionally rich, thematically cohesive soundtrack for her period drama series C Kingsley. Across the first five episodes, we developed music that reflected each character’s journey while weaving a consistent emotional throughline throughout the season.

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I Don’t Work With Just Anyone…

Look, music isn’t just what I do — it’s who I am. I create scores that elevate filmmakers’ visions, and I won’t let you settle for less than perfect. To make that happen, we need to be a good fit.

Still curious?

How it Works

FAQs

  • All of my projects start with a detailed discussion about your story, tone, and emotional goals. I provide demos, spotting sheets, and open communication so you’re involved every step of the way.

  • Absolutely! You don’t need to know technical musical terms. I translate your ideas into actionable feedback and guide you through the process in plain language.

  • I thrive on tight deadlines! I’ll structure projects around your schedule, with clear milestones and a reliable workflow, so you get your music on time without cutting corners.

  • My Score Essentials package is designed for indie filmmakers, game designers, and librettists on a budget, with upfront pricing and flexible payment plans that make high-quality music accessible.

  • It happens! Revisions are part of the package. We’ll work together until the music perfectly supports your story, while keeping the project on schedule and on budget.

  • Every score I create is tailored to your story, using integrated themes and motifs. The result is cohesive music that enhances emotional impact, not just background sound.