The Trailer Music Composer's PodcastThis show is for the Trailer Music Composer both amateur and professional. I cover a range of topics from mindset to productivity, to creativity and production.From time to time there will be special guests giving their experience of working in the Trailer Music industry and even some aspiring composers sharing their stories from The Trailer Music School.

]]>en-usfalseRichard Schrieberhttps://thetrailermusicschool.comRichard Schrieberhello@thetrailermusicschool.comepisodic© 2021 The Trailer Music Composer's PodcastMonthly Group Call September 20216EWhaq3USTue, 14 Sep 2021 08:05:50 GMT3600falseIn this months group call, we got some great questions.

We'll learn a bit about how to set up your templates for easier stemming. A little bit about customs and different approaches as well as how to beef

up your third acts!

We then listen to some amazing tracks from our super talented students, and Rich gives feedback.

Hope you enjoy, Cheers!

]]>81Montly Group Call August8xK4Fi_-wTue, 24 Aug 2021 08:58:14 GMT3782falseWe are back with another group call with the students.

Rich answers some great questions and then gives feedback on some tracks.

Each month the students are given a brief similar to what you would get in the industry

to practice for the real thing, as well as learning to implement the feedback you get.

Cheers!

]]>80What is ‘Imposter Syndrome’ and how can you deal with it?DQ-z2THpoTue, 17 Aug 2021 09:00:00 GMT1992falseIn this episode Richard talks about imposter syndrome.

We've all felt this way at some point, like you aren't good enough, like you don't really know what you are doing and don't deserve the success you get.

Like you "lucked out"

Rich wants to share some methods to get past these kinds of negative feelings and make you realize they aren't true.

It's important to be aware of these thoughts so you can deal with them!


If you can relate then check out these episodes as well


 https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/x4rLDdU9hZ/media 


https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/Ej6fY02ov/media


Cheers!




]]>79Most commonly asked questions about trailer music with Aurélie WebbJ9ukgL9DkTue, 10 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT2947falseIn this episode Rich himself is being interviewed by the amazing composer Aurélie Webb.

She asks amazing questions regarding both the music itself and the industry and what to expect.


]]>78Ciaran, Cody and Rich talk about feedback, customs and rejectionxAbWKNzJITue, 03 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT1555falseIn this episode the guys talk about the stresses of doing custom work.

You don't always know if you've won it until you see the released trailer and they share some advice on how to deal with rejection.

The important thing is to keep going and not take things personally!


Trailer mentioned:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB9WUIv9KH8&ab_channel=FocusFeatures


Cheers!


]]>77Is it too late to get into Trailer Music?sqAjmZ40VTue, 27 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT1382falseIn this episode Rich discusses whether it is too late to get into trailer music at this point.

Don't let fear influence you realising your dreams!



]]>76Monthly Group Call July 2021cQIOVeJMmTue, 20 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT3804falseHey guys!

This group call Rich answers some of the students questions,

before we move on to feedback on this months brief which was "Dark Epic Action Sound Design"

Enjoy!

]]>75Sean Latino on making hip hop beats, Protege, and landing his first trailerTbWaKRsunTue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT4329falseToday we have an interview with the amazing composer and Protegé student Sean Latino.

We talk about Seans journey from DJ to the vaping business to trailer music where he just landed his first placement!

Watch it here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUaXtfAFva8


Of course we gotta talk plugins, here's the ones mentioned:


Heaviocity Damage

Valhalla Room

Fab Filter

Soundtoys

Talos Brass

Cerberus

Serum

SSL compressor

Black Box Distortion

]]>74Rich, Ciaran and Cody talk mixing and trailers!2U7C6nhVaTue, 06 Jul 2021 11:42:16 GMT1784falseThis months episode of the Banter Show the guys have a great chat about mixing and gain staging as well as trailers.

We had to cut the trailer out of the podcast in fear of copyright issues, but you can see the one they talk about here:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adzYW5DZoWs


Cheers!




]]>73Getting Your First Big Placement With Dave Carrw_5IA16c_Tue, 29 Jun 2021 08:00:00 GMT3375falseHey guys, in this episode Richard catches up with his very first student ever, the amazing composer Dave Carr.

They discuss Dave's journey to where he is now, his take on focus and work ethic as well as some plugins.



]]>72Monthly Call with Rich, June 2021UpyMH6MgjTue, 22 Jun 2021 08:00:00 GMT4032falseHey guys, the croup call with Rich is back!

In this episode Rich answers questions on productivity, mindset and workflow before we move on to feedbacking on the students tracks.

These are monthly calls and will be released on the podcast after each one, enjoy!


]]>71Monthly Calls, Banter & the Creative path6WYI5cR0gTue, 15 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT1576falseIn this episode I give you a bit of a mixed bag of nuts. I cover:


  • New formats for The Trailer Music Composer’s Podcast; The Banter show with Ciaran Birch and Cody Still, monthly group calls with the Trailer Music School Community where I answer their questions and give them feedback on tracks.
  • Espen Haagensli joins the TMS team officially. Espen, a very talented composer and a well rounded composer at that. He edits this podcast, now does videos for the YouTube channel, and now runs the community at the Trailer Music School.
  • We have been launching ads to get more people into the Trailer Music School (which is exciting)
  • And lastly, I ramble on about CREATIVITY and the weird and winding path that it leads us on…


]]>70TMCP 069: Richard, Ciaran Birch & Cody Still talk plugins and writing for drums8ozUMipJOTue, 08 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT2617falseHey guys!

In this very first episode of The Trailer Music Banter Show Ciaran Birch, Cody Still and I discuss our new plugins and some great uses for them.We touch on forging your own signature sound, as well as a percussion masterclass from Cody. Hope you enjoy this and the exciting continuation will release next month.Cheers!Links to stuff discussed:https://www.plogue.com/products/chipspeech.htmlhttps://output.com/products/thermalhttps://output.com/products/portalhttps://cinematicstudioseries.com/strings/https://www.waves.com/plugins/soundshifter#creating-dance-risers-and-mixing-different-bpmshttps://www.soundtoys.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SlILk2WMTI

]]>TMCP 068 Revisiting Cody StilljpyVadp7_JTue, 01 Jun 2021 09:00:00 GMT5378falseHey guys!In this episode we revisit our interview with the legendary composer Cody Still.One of my favourite episodes and just a goldmine of tips and tricks for your own productions.Enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 067 Does Tempo Matter in Trailer MusicL62aitis1Wed, 19 May 2021 09:00:00 GMT670falseHey guys!I have a short one today on a question I'm asked a lot.Listen to hear my approach to selecting a tempo for my track!Enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 066 The Most Important Thing You’re Probably OverlookingZWGzQDaSITue, 11 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT2177falseHey guys, I'm back!In this episode I talk about the most important thing for you guysto nail down if you want to be successful as a trailer music composer.Enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 065 How I Wrote 'The Little Things' Trailer Music Walkthrough v.1.2ia4rXf2GVTue, 13 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT694falseHey guysToday I expand on my previous walkthrough on my track that recently got placed in the trailer for "The Little Things"Hope you enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 064 When You Can't Find A Good Signature Soundzoqx9gWtFZTue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT1053falseHey guysToday I show you some tips and tricks to get your signature sound sounding amazing.  This is a must for landing those big trailers!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 063 How I Wrote The 'In The Earth' Trailer Musicrgat_8wETXTue, 30 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT922falseHey guys!Today I have a walkthrough of one of my recently placed horror tracks.I show you how I went about creating this super tense track, hope you enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 062 How to prevent overwhelm and burnoutEj6fY02ovTue, 23 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT706falseHi guys!In this episode, I talk about something that can be a real creativity killer.Overwhelm.It is so important to set boundaries, not just for yourself, but for other people as well, take it from me!I hope you enjoy my little talk today!

]]>TMCP 061 How to write an AMAZING five year plan(and make it happen)tSxd24ecu5Tue, 16 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT1457falseHey guys!In this episode I share how I made, and succeded in my  five year plan through manifesting.Now you don't have to believe in that stuff, it is a great exercise either way. I also talk a bit about my book "Live Your Ideal Life"Hope this inspires you to write your own AMAZING five year plan!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP:60 The Best Way To Ignite Your Inspirationb_rGcGk1iVTue, 09 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT1034falseHey guys!In today's episode I do a bit of a U-Turn on some previous advice, but not completely.I'm talking about when and why to buy a new plugin or library, and what incredible benefits you might have from it.¨For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 059: Composed with Richard Schrieberr4VUzKitiSTue, 02 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT1409falseHey guys.In this episode I'm sharing some content from my video blog about the life of a trailer music composer. This is where I share tips on mindfulness, how to overcome struggles and insecurities that we all face as creatives and composing tips!Hope you enjoy it!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 058: Creating A Dramatic Trailer Cue Using Only A PianouBzMlv-zM-Tue, 23 Feb 2021 01:00:00 GMT3445falseHey guysThis episode I walk you through my process for writing dramatic cues for strings!Had a lot of fun with this one, hope you enjoy it!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 057: John Hanson of Confidential Music Part TwoPSkAsGmqzsTue, 16 Feb 2021 01:00:00 GMT2874falseHey guys,Today I have for you the second part of my interview with the incredible John Hanson.In this episode he gives some great advice for composers aspiring and professional.As well as our favourite part where he talks about the sample libraries and gear he uses!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 056: John Hanson of Confidential Music Part OnegxH-0ZOMRWTue, 09 Feb 2021 01:00:00 GMT3218falseHey guysIn todays episode I have a chat with the amazing composer from Confidential Music,John Hanson. We talk about his choir beginnings and the hilarious story of how he came to intern for Klaus Badelt at Remote Control. He also shares some of his processwhen composing.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 055: A Discussion about Royalty Free Music and BuyoutsaBq9mDfD9aTue, 02 Feb 2021 01:00:00 GMT1879falseHey guys!Coming off of last weeks episode on exclusive contracts, in this episode I go through how royalty free libraries work, and put a little perspective on why you might choose to go that path.  There are pros and cons of course, the important thing is to figure out what is right for you and your situation!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 054: Exclusive VS Non Exclusive ContractskN-SR5dABhTue, 26 Jan 2021 01:00:00 GMT1342falseHey guys.In this episode I talk about the pros and cons of exclusive contracts.As you are starting out you might be offered one of these and think it's the best thing ever.But that isn't necessarily true, let me explain why.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 053: Bass Brass Masterclass with Jeremy Van Hoy3gdLCT4YD1Tue, 19 Jan 2021 01:00:00 GMT3696falseI've got an amazing interview with a tremendously talented brass player today.Jeremy shows us some of the capabilities of various low brass instruments that we often overlook as trailer music composers as well as some great advice for writing for musicians.If you want to get in touch with Jeremy for live recordings and session work, findJeremy Van Hoy on Facebook, he'll be the one with the trombone in his hands.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 052: Dealing With Anxietyx4rLDdU9hZWed, 13 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT2039falseHey guys.This is an important topic that is not talked about enough.In this episode I share some of my struggles and what I do to overcome and deal with these issues. I have some amazing tips for you, and again if you are really struggling talk to a professional!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 051: The Importance Of Goal SettingxGopb8EHKrWed, 06 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT2038falseHi guys!As it is the start of a new year I wanted to talk about the importance of setting goals for yourself. This is such a wonderful tool for motivation and perserverance.Enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP:050 What A Year!Mbg4Gw94E_Tue, 22 Dec 2020 01:00:00 GMT1263falseHi guys! So in this final episode of the year, I recap some of my successes of this bizarre year that's gone by, and I talk a bit about what the future holds, and my various projects.I wish you all a  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP:049 Amazing minor CHORD PROGRESSIONS you SHOULD KNOWe4wD0tQgKTue, 15 Dec 2020 01:00:00 GMT1747falseHi guys!In this episode I go through some of the minor chord progressions you need to knowto make amazing trailer music!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP:048 Free Masterclass - How To Create Your Own HitsHxwllLjIE1Tue, 08 Dec 2020 01:00:00 GMT3196falseHi guys.Today I have a little freebie class for you on how to create your own hits.Enjoy!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP:047 Ruben Nava And The Birth of the Trailer Music Supervisor Part Twon1zbYAA3vsTue, 01 Dec 2020 01:00:00 GMT3440falseHey guys!Today is part two of my interview with the legend Ruben Nava.This episode we go deeper into the trailer music business, and how it's changed over the years. Ruben shares some really valuable information on what music sells, and when.Hope you enjoy as much as I did!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP:046 Ruben Nava And The Birth of the Trailer Music Supervisor Part OneW6P_BIdoNaTue, 24 Nov 2020 09:00:00 GMT3459falseHi guys! Today I have for you part one of my incredible 2 hour interview with the amazing Ruben Nava.  He shares the fascinating story of how he came to be the first music supervisor, as well as some golden info on the trailer music business.Do enjoy guys!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP: 45 When Is Trailer Music Trailer MusicGyLoWSg5_KTue, 17 Nov 2020 01:00:00 GMT1426falseHello there.Today I answer a question from one of my amazing  listeners.What exactly makes trailer music distinct from other kinds of music?Let me know what you think of my definition!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 043 Three Things You Need To Know To Write Amazing Trailer MusiccBIFBc_TeiTue, 10 Nov 2020 01:00:00 GMT993falseHi guys!On todays walk i reiterate the most important things you need to masterto write great licensable trailer cues.  Practice this in all your tracks!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP: 044 The Absolute Essentials For Any Trailer Music Composer2l2ctxcvAOTue, 03 Nov 2020 01:00:00 GMT1751falseHi guys!On todays walk I talk about the essentials you need to startmaking trailer music. I also go through what I use the most, and what is popular around the community.My essentials are these, but I talk about a load of options in this episode:Strings: Spitfire Audio Albion One ( the old version)Drums: Spitfire Audio Hans Zimmer PercussionBrass: Metropolis Ark, Hollywood Brass, Albion BrassPiano: Native Instruments Alicia's Keys,  Spitfire Audio Labs Soft Piano ( Free)Synth: Spectrasonics OmnisphereBass:  Spectrasonics TrillianChoir: AudioBro Children' Choir, Performance Samples Oceania.Ps.When I mention Cinesamples Symphonic Strings I am really talking aboutCinematic Studio Strings. Which is amazing!Cheers!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 042: What Is A Sound Design CueZSgiMe7b_Tue, 27 Oct 2020 01:00:00 GMT647falseHi guys!On todays walk I wanted to clear up some confusion on a term used by usas composers and FX Artists doing Foley.I talk about some simple ways to get creative with your sound, andwhy you should give it a go yourself!Video I mentioned:https://youtu.be/N-w9c6zYLS0For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 041 Homemade Instruments, Contact mics and Sound Design With Si BeggebSOxkAu5yTue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT4490falseIn this episode I have a wonderful chat with sound design wizard and composer Si Begg.Si is an absolute legend, with placements like Jason Bourne, A Quiet Place 2, Blade Runner 2049 and many more. As well as trailer music Si has scored several feature films, series, and advertisements.Join us and hear about his process when writing for trailers, his passion for sound design  and his venture into feature film scoring. Check out some of the libraries Si has created over athttps://www.sampletraxx.com/For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 040: A Conversation With Immediate Music's Jeff FaymanVCjzg6TnoXTue, 13 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT5201falseHi guys!This is a big one, an interview with one of the pioneers of Trailer Music,the founder of Immediate Music and an absolute legend!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 039 Emotional String Writing Made Easy2lcEkVLodNTue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT1491falseHi guysIn this episode I want to talk about the incredible difference modulation and expression makes on your strings. Hope you enjoy my ramblings!For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com  

]]>TMCP 038 Go To Gear For Trailer Composers4mKpKf9frTue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT2218falseIn this episode I wanted to do a recap of all the different libraries and plugins some of my amazing guests are using. Maybe you'll find something new to try out for yourself!Side note on the percussion, these were all recorded before the release of Damage 2.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com  

]]>TMCP 037: How To Use Dropdownsuf_5gM8HfvMon, 21 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT683falseA staple in trailermusic, dropdowns can have a huge impact, but it can also kill the momentum of your track.In this session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich talks about how, when and why to use dropdowns in your trailertracks.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com  

]]>TMCP 036: What A Trailer Editor Wants From Music With Ric ThomasZe_37ft0hHMon, 14 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT3196falseIn this session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich speaks with an incredibly accomplished and experienced editor, Ric Thomas.Ric breaks down what he looks for in the trailer music he edits to trailers.Rich and Ric talk about:

  • Ric's background
  • How Ric reviews tracks and what he listens for
  • A walk through of a trailer campaign
  • The different styles of trailer music - beyond epic hybrid
  • Time as a factor in the creative process
  • Developing resilience to deal with criticism and rejection
  • An Editor's advice to aspiring trailer composers

For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com  

]]>TMCP 035: Are You Preparing Yourself For Success?mq-AvXxDXcMon, 07 Sep 2020 23:00:00 GMT1856falseWhat does "success" look like, for you?  What do you want, and what would make you happy?Are you already on a path there?In this episode of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich discusses some tools to use that will help you attain life and work satisfaction.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com  

]]>TMCP 034: How To Create Incredibly Simple And Effective First ActsEo_HSwwohWMon, 31 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT2783falseThe first act in trailer music cues sets the mood for the whole piece.  Rich is known for his ability to create memorable first acts that get placed.In this session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich speaks from his studio, with his DAW open and playing!  He moves through his process step by step, sharing his techniques to create simple and effective first acts.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 033: An Amazing Tool To Help Overcome Your ProblemsD0tzwx0gWpMon, 24 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT1325falseNo matter what careers we choose or paths we are on, we will all face obstacles, setbacks and disappointments.But these events don't have to define us!In this session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich shares an amazing tool that can help overcome the adversity that will inevitably happen on our paths to success!  To listen and read a full transcript, click here.

For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 32: Creative Sound Design with Simon HaglundBid9RUUK9Mon, 17 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT5134falseIn this session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Richard welcomes one of his students, Simon Haglund.  Simon's music has an extremely distinct sound and feel and Rich is keen to learn Simon's process and techniques.Simon shares all that, and more!  Simon and Rich talk also about mindset: having fun when writing, the business side of things: patience, and they end with the lightening round of questions about Simon's favorite tools.If you get excited about Bwaams, Risers and the rest, this episode is for you!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 031: Don't Do This!VcMVJgbbmfMon, 10 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT490falseThis week's session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast is short, sweet and important!It's a continuation of the themes Rich talked about in the last two podcasts: your creative ideas are valuable!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 030: Are You Crazy?gIwj0tLsNOMon, 03 Aug 2020 23:00:00 GMT1431falseHearing voices in your head?Embrace them!!  Well, not all of them....In this episode, Rich talks about the conversations we have in our heads, which voices to embrace and how - and how to overcome limiting beliefs.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 029: You Have Been Given A Gift - Use It!QXrtMtgExkMon, 27 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT1010falseThis session of The Trailer Music Composer's Podcast has an truly important message.It's both a pep talk AND a kick in the proverbial......Have a listen to find out - and become more motivated to compose!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 028: Focusing On What You Enjoy With Andrew Skipper9QzICpiGjNMon, 20 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT4936falseIn this episode of the Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich speaks with composer and sound designer Andrew Skipper.Rich and Andrew discuss:

  • Andrew's path to becoming successful composer
  • His work creating sound design libraries and instruments with Fallout Music Group
  • The "trailer tipping point" 
  • Andrew's writing process
  • Working on that you enjoy...
  • With people you like working with!

To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 027: Becoming a Successful Composer with Vikram GudioRe9IJG6FYMon, 13 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT3505falseIn this session of the Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich welcomes his friend and business partner, the founder of Elephant Music & Mammoth Audio and co-founder of Split Music and Protege: Vikram Gudi.Vik & Rich talk about:

  • Vik's background and his path to success 
  • Vik's businesses and how each is different
  • Why Mammoth Audio produced the instrument "Density"
  • What clients are looking for in music
  • Unleashing creativity through freedom in the production process
  • Advice on becoming a successful composer

To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 026: Improve Your Creativity and Increase Your Energy Levels! But How?OCX0RPDaMJMon, 06 Jul 2020 23:00:00 GMT1052falseBefore you buy another sample library, listen to this podcast.Why?In this episode, Rich explains why having too many choices can get in the way of our creative process and how to take advantage of the tools we have.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>TMCP 025: The Two Biggest Struggles Faced By Any ComposernhhY7y4HG3Mon, 29 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT2393falseYou in store for a VERY excited Rich in this episode!!Rich talks about the two biggest problems that face composers, especially as they are just starting out. And not only that - he has a solution.Here are the links that Rich mentions in the podcast:protege.schoolandprotegefreeweek.comTo listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 024: How to Find Your Signature SoundF-VicCTtRMon, 22 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT1098falseWhat's the way to finding a signature sound - your musical fingerprint?So many of us use the same tools - the same DAWs, same sample libraries, same plugins.Yet - there are certain composers who, when you hear their music, you can immediately tell who wrote it.If you want to develop your own musical fingerprint too, Rich has some advice for you in this podcast!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 023: Simple Step to Producing More Music More EasilyuXbaJwo0nMon, 15 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT1153falseHere's some simple (and often overlooked) advice that can help you make better music, and more music - without working 12 hours a day!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 022: A Conversation With Ciaran Birch2aP4rVB9YCMon, 08 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT5229falseThis episode of The Trailer Music Composers Podcast features an in depth conversation with a master of epic trailer music, Ciaran Birch.  Rich and Ciaran talk about how Ciaran started out, how he landed one of the greatest placements in movie history: Avengers End Game, Ciaran's approach to writing tracks and his mindset in fostering and nurturing relationships in the industry.  Ciaran even shares his favorite libraries and plugins!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 021: A Conversation With Cody StillDN9xfIMDdyMon, 01 Jun 2020 23:00:00 GMT5133falseIn this remarkable episode of the Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich has an incredibly in-depth discussion with a trailer music legend: Cody Still.Cody holds nothing back.  He shares the story of his personal path (which includes some of the biggest companies in trailer music), his writing approach, mixing and mastering secrets and his mindset.Want to know how Cody creates such massive, epic sounds?  He shares his plugin choices and techniques.This episode is an absolute masterclass for everyone interested in trailer music from beginners to seasoned pros.  Do not miss this one!    To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 020: Is This Gonna Change My Working Life?spimSFOPziMon, 25 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT998falseIn this episode of the Trailer Music Composer's Podcast, Rich shares his excitement about a new composing tool!This could be a game changer!!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.
For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 019: I Just Can't Be Bothered6_RY1lX7xSMon, 18 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT942falseIt has all happened to us.  We have composing to do, but we are in no mood to do it.What to do when that happens?  Rich has some ideas on why this can happen, and offers some solutions.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 018: What Makes a Successful Trailer Music Composer?04kgA3Ga53Mon, 11 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT2355falseIn this episode of the Trailer Music Composers' Podcast, Rich talks about "success":What is success in the trailer music world?How do you get there?Rich discusses a number of topics that are key to being successful, including:Quality work,Opening the "gates into the industry"Being a nice person, open to opportunitiesGratitude and perseveranceFinding the right publisher(s)ServiceTo listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 017: How Espen Became a Trailer Music ComposerV5mX2hrx4Mon, 04 May 2020 23:00:00 GMT1899falseRich does something a little different in this episode: an interview with another composer.Espen Haagensli, a student of the Trailer Music School, joins Rich to talk about his musical path moving from a composing hobbyist to getting his first trailer placement.Espen's story reveals some great advice for every aspiring trailer music composer!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 016: Creative Audio Production Using Single Samples2AI_x2vKNZMon, 27 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT1590falseFor this one I thought I would change things up a little.I am actually on my computer (shock horror)I wanted to show you how I mangle single samples to create tracks.Fun!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more trailer music stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 015: The Most Important Tool for Trailer Music ComposersV1n4L_-MAhMon, 20 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT2061falseIn this episode I talk about something pretty, pretty, pretty important.I'd love to write some more stuff here but I fear I would give away my "secret" tool.If you want to find out, you're gonna have to listen :DTo listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more Trailer related stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 014: Template creation for sound design cuesScOObuSAEOMon, 13 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT724falseIn this episode I am answering a question from my community:"How do I go about creating a template for organic sound design track?"I love this question as it challenges some of my previous teachings about templates and workflow.Always good to challenge your own knowledge and practices.This one just goes into ANOTHER way of working that I use for my very successful 'Throat' series for Elephant music.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For more Trailer Music related stuff:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 013: Dealing With Failure4POsdNBTkjMon, 06 Apr 2020 23:00:00 GMT1235falseIn this episode. I want to deal with failure...still dealing with the failure of this windy recording. I promise I will get a shield for my mic for future recordings haha :/To listen and read a full transcript, click here.https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 012: A Fable About Losing Your Musica5x4Cjqs7sTue, 24 Mar 2020 13:00:00 GMT622falseJust a quick story about a little lesson learnt from losing your music.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 011: How Do I Know If My Track Is Good Enough?Ip-RCxxkVZTue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT1676falseIn this episode I answer the question "how do I know if my music is good enough?"This is a huge deal to lots of people as it can often get shrouded by your inner critic, so you may naturally find it hard to distinguish a "good" from "bad" track.I like to think I answered this in this episode. I reckon my answer was good enough ;)To listen and read a full transcript, click here.https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>TMCP 010: How To Write To Briefsm9p_JAcuYjTue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT1434falseIn this video I discuss something that is soooo often overlooked when it comes to becoming a professional composer for media - correctly responding to the brief.It doesn't really matter how talented you are, if you cannot write on brief, your tracks will not be chosen. Simple.So I give you a little bit of advice as to how to write on brief and make sure you get your tracks picked for production.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.Check out my courses here:hhtps://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>110TMCP 009: How To Find Your NicheybkhCZ3SnTue, 03 Mar 2020 06:00:00 GMT2248falseOk. Firstly, if you are wanting to be a trailer music composer then your work is already pretty niche. Is that enough though?Can you niche down even further? If so how do you do that successfully and also stay true to what matters to you as a creative person?These are actually really important questions that focus on a core matter for any creative person; finding the sweet spot where your enjoyment and (huge) income are one.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.

]]>19TMCP 008: My Samples Aren't Good EnoughPLcIwp-agXTue, 25 Feb 2020 06:00:00 GMT1428falseWhen I started out I actually lost jobs because my samples didn't sound "good" enough. Which sucked. Obviously.This, however, led me to falsely believe that getting more and better samples would make my work better.This is a challenging episode for me as I, like most of you, feel mildly obsessed with collecting sample libraries. And I ask the question,"Do I actually need all these sounds at my disposal or are they making me less creative in my musical choices?"To listen and read a full transcript, click here.https://thetrailermusicschool.com 

]]>18TMCP 007: How To Deal With the Inner CriticNMiNT-fSsTue, 18 Feb 2020 07:00:00 GMT1780falseYou don't become a professional trailer music composer without picking up a few tricks along the way.One of the most valuable ones is obviously knowing how to ignore/defeat/control the inner critic.We all have those little voices in our heads, usually saying mean things. The trouble always starts when you start to listen and believe.In this episode I give you my tips and tricks on how to overcome those voices so that you can just focus on what matters, writing music that you love!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.

]]>17TMCP 006: How To Make Time To Write MusicY495AjeHZTue, 11 Feb 2020 04:00:00 GMT1505falseIn this episode I give you simple and effective tips to use to create time to make your music, even if you don't have any.I started out as music being my 'side hustle'. I would work to pay the bills during the day and come home and write my music in any free moment I could.I created time to write.And I did it as often as I possibly could. Little and often being the mantra of the moment.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.For courses on trailer music:https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>16TMCP 005: Why "Done" Is Better Than "Perfect"qObdQOOM9Tue, 04 Feb 2020 18:00:00 GMT979falseIn this episode I cover a question I got from one of my students, which was; "Why is "Done" better than "Perfect"?"The reason they asked me this is because I say this quite a lot in my course videos. As a way to alleviate stress and worry about my cue not being good enough I would just tell myself to get the cue finished and to not worry about it being "perfect".Perfection is an ever-changing ideal. Over the years of working as a creative professional I have found that one day I could think that a track was "perfect" only to hear it a few days later and think it was "rubbish".Needless to say, I stopped chasing perfection and started chasing the journey.Without getting to "out there", I realised that the process of creating was the magic and the output twas the by-product. As long as the track felt "done" in a round about sort of way I would send it off. Set and forget type of thing.This is a must in my opinion. Learn to let go of perfection and embrace enjoying creating a track that has elements of awesome and is a little rough around the edges.IT doesn't mean your work is any less worthy, it just means you are saving time and stress and increasing output!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.

]]>15TMCP 004: Five Common Mistakes of Aspiring Trailer Music ComposershSewN2SRUTue, 28 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT1499falseI have been working with aspiring trailer composers for over two years now. As a result, I have come to learn what it is that most of them do 'wrong' in their trailer cues.These mistakes, annoyingly for them, are incredibly easy to make (I still make one of the regularly). But, they are also very easy to resolve.If you are an aspiring trailer composer or even a pro who is now just curious then give the show a listen.I'd love to hear what you think and whether you agree or not. Also, let me know which mistakes you make too. The main reason for me doing this is obvs for me to help you get better. So listen with an open mind and tell your ego to bog off. Mistakes are there to help you improve and that's what this episode will hopefully do too.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.

]]>14TMCP 003: The Five rules of Trailer Musica09K3UYXsTue, 21 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT1492falseWell, it's more like the five "guidelines" but "rules" sounds so much more definitive and generally more awesome doesn't it. If I were to say "the five guidelines of trailer music" it would sound more like a HR manual then a gripping podcast episode.That aside. These five rules appear this early on in my show because you will find that I talk about them quite a lot. Or at least they are incredibly relevant to the way I work and the way I encourage other people to work.If you don't agree with the rules and have your own then that's great. Well done. Again, I could possibly call these the "five anecdotal guidelines", but it's starting to sound more like a medical brochure now.These are essential to all trailer composers, in fact all creative people in general. So I would (obviously) suggest you give these a listen.To listen and read a full transcript, click here.https://thetrailermusicschool.com

]]>13TMPC 002: Where to get inspiration for your trailer cuesAlUHQPbHATue, 14 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT1271falseThis episode is actually a more general chat about what inspiration is and how you can better harness it to improve your ability to write on demand.I find a good analogy for inspiration is that it is a flow of energy; it's just a case of keeping your flow open (sounds gross when I put it like that).Immature jokes aside, if you can have a better understanding of your 'spark' or 'flow' or 'element' then the better chance you have of being in it/with it/in control of it etc.If you have ever suffered from "writer's block" then I reckon you need to give this a listen. It's pretty good!To listen and read a full transcript, click here.

]]>12TMCP 001: How I became a full time Trailer Music ComposeraeZFbLzB9iTue, 07 Jan 2020 06:00:00 GMT1885falseI get asked this all the time:"How did you get into Trailer Music and how do you do it?"I love this question. Mostly because I LOVE my job and I love talking about it. Hence me starting this podcast I guess. So I thought I would kick the podcast off with my story of how I got into writing trailer music.It's one of those 'I didn't choose to get into it' type of stories. BUT, once I was in, I loved it.Writing trailer music is amazing. You can be incredibly creative. You can earn a very good living. And you can work when you want for as long as you want. It's awesomeTo listen and read a full transcript, click here.

]]>11TMCP 000: An introduction to the trailer music composer's podcastYEYRmPgWAvWed, 04 Dec 2019 14:00:00 GMT304falseHey guys - my name is Richard Schrieber and I am a trailer music composer.I decided to create a podcast for trailer music composers; both amateur and professional. This was to serve the amazing community of talent out there that are looking for more info on being a composer for movie trailers.The premise of the podcast is to deliver mindset, productivity, creativity, and production related discussions as well as bringing guests on who are in the trenches of the industry. Going in depth into tips and tricks that can help improve not only your workflow, creativity and production but also your mindset around being a composer.I love being a trailer music composer and and want to share my passion for my profession with you and I do hope it comes across (if not a bit awkwardly because it is my first episode)If you would like to know more then please head on over to The Trailer Music School

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