Creating original music to defines a project’s sonic identity and emotional tone.
Music scoring, or music composition, is the art of creating original music specifically tailored for film, TV, and games. In an world of AI plugins and extensive music libraries, one might wonder why bother creating original music? Many music libraries, while seemingly cost-effective upfront, can become expensive when buying licenses for larger projects. From a creative lens, working with a composer gives you direct input into the music, shaping its emotion, instrumentation, and progression to perfectly align with your vision.
There are several compelling reasons for original music scoring:
By crafting music from scratch, you can precisely define the feel and direction of your project’s sound. Unlike pre-made tracks, original compositions can adapt and evolve with the story, providing a unique sonic fingerprint.
Music scoring typically begins around the same time as sound design, especially when composers are brought in early on in the process. The sooner they are involved, the greater their impact on shaping the narrative through music. Early involvement allows the composer to work closely with the director, understand the project's core themes, and develop a score that complements the visual storytelling from the ground up.
A fantastic facility and helped us achieve brilliant stereo and 5.1 mixes. 344 came with great ideas but was also sensitive to what we wanted to achieve.
I could not have asked for better service. Communication was always top notch and timely, and the dedication, patience, enthusiasm and professionalism is unmatched.
What 344 Audio delivered not only met my vision, but it exceeded my expectations and made for an astonishing work of art. My film now has the right audio to compliment the visuals.
Music scoring is for directors, producers, and game developers who seek to create the richest depth of emotion. It’s for those who require the unique power of original music to set the tone, enhance the narrative, and pull audiences deeper into the world they’ve crafted.
We compose original music using a blend of virtual and real instruments. Virtual instruments provide a wide range of sounds, with each note and articulation carefully recorded to offer a versatile palette. Alongside these, we incorporate real instruments, capturing the warmth and depth they bring. Our approach combines traditional composition techniques with innovative sound design, making our scores not only musically compelling but also sonically unique. This dual approach ensures that the music we create is both emotionally resonant and perfectly tailored to the project's needs.
A common challenge in music scoring is translating a creative idea into an actual musical piece. Many struggle to convert their vision into sound. This is where a composer’s ability to listen and interpret comes into play. At 344, our composers work closely with you, taking the time to understand your vision and feedback. This collaboration ensures that the music not only fits but also elevates your project, creating a score that feels just right.
One example we're proud to share is the animated film The Hunt. The project required a truly bizarre and abstract score, one that continuously built tension and offered a unique sonic identity. The visual style was already distinctive, but our soundtrack helped pull the audience deeper into the surreal world crafted by director Diogo Costa. The score didn’t just accompany the visuals; it enhanced them, creating a memorable experience that makes the film stand out.
