Music Composition DUMmIES

However, if you are up to the challenge, here are a few really good Web sites

to check out to get you on your way to becoming a working film composer.

Film Connection..................................................................................

http://www.film-connection.com

The Film Connection Web site has everything from job openings in the film
music industry to firsthand success stories sent in by people who have long
and religiously visited the site for job information. You’ll find hundreds of
links to composing teams, individual musicians working in the industry, film
companies of all sizes and genres, and help wanted listings.

American Composer’s Forum ...........................................................

http://www.composersforum.org

For the past 30 years, the American Composer’s Forum aim has been to join
communities with composers and performers, with the goal of encouraging
the creation of new music. The site includes lots of news for musicians and
composers alike, as well as job opportunities and links to other members of
the prestigious organization.

American Composer’s Forum, Los Angeles Chapter .....................

http://www.composers.la

This offshoot of the original ACF was created specifically to discuss music in
the L.A. area, much of which, naturally, has to do with the film and television
industry. Like the original site, this site has lots of news about music opportu-
nities and companies in the L.A. area, including a hefty help wanted section.

Film Music Network ...........................................................................

http://www.filmmusic.net

This site is a great place to regularly check on job listings — which are posted
right on the home page, so you don’t have to dig around for them. You’ll also
find breaking news about production companies and composing teams
around the world.

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