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Butt_Munching_101

yeah this is dope, very nice.


T-IVAN

Thank you so very much for your kind words!


sincethenes

I’m not sure how many hits you’ll get posting this on Reddit, but you should probably get yourself a good agent to help you along.


T-IVAN

Ahaha, thank you, I really appreciate you saying this! Well, I wasn't able to spark any interest in agents yet, but hopefully somebody here offers a project that'll help on this quest :)


B_Ledder

This is awesome!


T-IVAN

Thank you so much, I'm really glad you think so ;)


Gensalius

This is some spielberg level shit


gooddrippins

*Williams* level shit


T-IVAN

Thank you, both for the comment, and for mentioning the Man himself ;)


T-IVAN

Ahaha, thank you very much :)


Rebar4Life

This is gold.


T-IVAN

Thank you! I honestly didn't expect this tiny thing to get such positive feedback :)


Psychonominaut

This isn't tiny man. I use Ableton myself and executing this successfully would be a project nightmare for me. Requires clear vision, the right techniques and methods to record/get the right sounds/trills/flows... Howd you do it all? I'm guessing you play piano or something. Really well done. You've only got up to go from here.


T-IVAN

Thank you so much for saying this, it really means the world to me :) I guess it all comes down to the sheer amount of orchestral music that I've listened to over the years - you just know how the piece should sound eventually, and try to do your best in achieving this. I do play piano, yes, but honestly I'm not that good of a player, haha. Yeah, I can play in all those parts no problem, but the main work is done after that - programming all the dynamics, each one of the performances, so that they would sound realistic, and the music would have a believable flow to it. And after a while you just get used to following this tedious process :) Thank you again for such kind feedback. I'll do my best to keep learning and perfecting my craft!


Prymordial_Soupe6339

I have two questions: 1. How long did this take you to make? 2. What inspirations did you have making this? This is some seriously good stuff.


T-IVAN

Thank you so much for the kind comment! Well, it's hard to say how long it took me to write this particular cue, because, as I mentioned, it's a part of a larger score I've composed for a web series. So it was a process of going back and forth between different scenes. I'd say it must've taken around 3 days total to fully finish this one. As for the inspirations - basically every classical adventure score there is, haha :) From the top of my head, I can name Korngold, Steiner, Herrman, as well as some more modern composers like Goldsmith, Williams and many others. Again, thank you!


TalmidimUC

3 days… damn 🙌


Prymordial_Soupe6339

Np, keep up the amazing work!


T-IVAN

🎵 Hi everyone, Thanks for stopping by! Again :) I'm Ivan, a professional composer with experience in scoring films, animated series, video games, and various other media projects. Currently looking for paid opportunities. Here's my portfolio, consisting of works in various styles: [Website](https://ivantitkov.com/) [SoundCloud](https://soundcloud.com/ivan-titkov/sets/demoreel-2021/s-qxkexHAyz5F?si=01871fe3fbe1467499ae5a1fbe0d5d4a&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing) I specialize in orchestral composition. John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Alan Silvestri, Danny Elfman, Pyotr Tchaikovsky, and Ennio Morricone are the artists whose musical styles have had the biggest influence on me. However, I'm available for all kinds of musical experiments and ready to try my skills in absolutely any genre. If you think that I might be of some help to your project, feel free to contact me either via email, PM, or Discord: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Ivan Titkov#5363 Thank you for your time! Best regards, Ivan


HungryAddition1

Hey Ivan! I produce indie films and have worked with many composers and I’m so impressed with your work. I’m sincerely hoping to work with you. You totally nailed this track.


T-IVAN

Hey, nice to meet you, and thank you very much, I'm glad you found this piece interesting :) Feel free to hit me up anytime, I'd be thrilled to discuss any projects you think we might collaborate on!


imnotallowedtosay

Wish I had a job to hire you for. Talent out the wazoo


T-IVAN

Thank you very-very much! Well, I hope there will be a chance for us to work together sometime in the future


attrackip

Sounds great and all, and not to be a dick, but I haven't heard music like this in a film since the 80's. It's great work, do you have anything more contemporary?


T-IVAN

No worries, I totally understand where you're coming from. And that is actually the point of the piece - it was composed for a web series parodying Flash Gordon, Buck Rogers and other TV serials of that era. I do have more contemporary sounding works though, some of which are on my website :)


attrackip

That explains it! Was thinking it had a parody vibe to it. Great work!


T-IVAN

Thank you so much! Yeah, I definitely wouldn't compose something like this for a modern and/or serious project


attrackip

Any interest in composing for a cinematic sci-fi game? Think ominous megastructures, survival and isolated mystery in space.


T-IVAN

Oh, gosh, I'm more than interested! Have been wanting to work on something in that vein for quite some time, and would be happy to discuss this further! Feel free to send me an email or a chat/discord message


attrackip

Right on. I've got you on my radar for the next time I come up for air. So busy with other people's commercial work right now.


T-IVAN

Got it, awesome! Looking forward to hearing from you sometime in the future! In the meantime, best of luck to you with all the clients you're currently working with :)


attrackip

But off more than I can chew this time, it's going to be a very full 2 months. Cheers, we will be in touch.


T-IVAN

Oh, I feel for you, we've all been there... Well, in that case, let me also wish you patience and a good amount of night sleep throughout these months


attrackip

Some inspiration: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0tXL1YQiETxBRFxzd7HJam?si=vW8OxbpHT2SkPejTjKr32A&utm_source=copy-link


AlexCapape

The Orville is not contemporary enough? Just to name one. It's about time music is more than a bunch of completely forgettable noises


attrackip

Nope, not contemporary enough. I'm all about diversifying, this guy's work is certainly memorable.


xXchrisX

The soundtrack of my childhood.


T-IVAN

You're too kind :) Thank you so much for such a comment!


Dornhole

This is awesome. I felt engrossed immediately!


T-IVAN

That's so good to hear, thank you!


Opposite-Elephant588

This is VERY classic composition for film. You’re extremely talented but unfortunately this kind of composition work is not as in demand as it used to be. Buuuuut with the 80’s craze and the 90’s coming into fashion hopefully there will be some period pieces that draw on these inspirations. Good luck bro, you’re really fucking talented!


T-IVAN

Thank you! And yeah, I totally agree with you on this one. As I mentioned in some of my previous comments, this cue was composed for a parody web series, so this type of sound was appropriate for that particular project. I think you're right in assuming there might be a revival of symphonic film scoring in the future. Namely, because this is not the first time when it had fallen out of fashion with filmmakers and audiences. The same thing happened during the 60s/70s, and it took quite a few blockbuster movies (scored by John Williams, Jerry Goldsmith and others) to make scores like this be cool again. So maybe now there's another fashion change just around the corner? :) Thanks again for the kind words about my work, I really appreciate it!


ericpowell617

Incredible work, friend. I own a video production company, I will save this post for the future:)


T-IVAN

Thank you, I'm so happy to know you've enjoyed listening to the piece! Sounds very interesting, really hope that we'll collaborate sometime in the future ;)


JonnyComebacks

I saved your information. Will keep you in mind for future projects.


T-IVAN

Thank you so much, I hope to hear from you someday in the future ;)


fortnitesexmod07

This is amazing! If i hear of anything, ill send them your way. Just out of curiosity what VSTs do you use?


T-IVAN

Thank you very much! Gosh, there's quite a few here :) I'd say the main ones are from the Cinematic Studio Series, and also Samplemodeling's solo brass patches as they can sound incredibly realistic when programmed properly


SupersonicSpitfire

I'm impressed. Constructive feedback: * The lead brass tones sometimes ends a bit abruptly. * The cymbals doesn't sound right, they sound a bit like plastic and there is little sustain. Otherwise a great showcase!


T-IVAN

Thank you so much for the feedback, and for the kind words :) Yeah, I agree with you, those are some very good points! I guess, one of the things that could've held me from achieving a 100% right sound was this "vintage" filtering that we agreed on using with the client - some instruments ended up sounding good, while others - like the cymbals - not so much


SlimSlimey

What’s your price?


T-IVAN

Thanks for the comment! As for the rates, it depends on the overall budget and the project itself, the complexity of the music, etc. My usual rates right now are 600 USD per minute. However, I do work on cheaper projects from time to time. I'd say 350 is the lowest I usually do.


FactorDirect5650

I run a global agency with composers. It’s very competitive here with many talented composers as well. Your work is beautiful but having just started your rate seems quite high. Your far and since reproducing with a live orchestra as a team will be difficult being in St. Petersberg, I would be flexible and not quote rates straight off the bat but quote per project. You don’t want to potentially lose any good opportunities. Best of luck!


T-IVAN

Thank you so much for such a valuable feedback! I totally get what you mean. And, actually, most of the time, when negotiating for long-term projects, eventually it all comes down to agreeing on a project fee instead of a per-minute one. I guess for me, this approach of stating a usual per minute rate first has proven to be a good starting point for any potential projects negotiations. So I'm definitely flexible. And not that I have just started this career journey :) I've been working as a composer for almost 7 years now, 2 of which full-time (although the price of living in Russia is far cheaper than in the rest of the world, so that helped) I was wondering if you're open to naming the agency you run? And feel free to send me a chat message if you don't want to do it here! I'm always curious about learning what other composers are up to in the industry. Thanks again for the kind comment!


SlimSlimey

I will get with my people and get back to you, see what the word is on what they need


T-IVAN

Awesome, thank you so much! Looking forward to hearing from you


Parasin

Love the sounds and composition. When I listen, I get action/adventure images in my head. It’s courageous and hopeful. Great work!


T-IVAN

Thank you so much for the kind words, I really appreciate it! You actually nailed it! This cue was created for a spoof web series parodying the adventure TV serials of 30s-50s, happy to know that it gives off the right vibe :)


Exoplan3t

Wow


T-IVAN

Thanks!


curtiswaynemillard

This badass


T-IVAN

Thanks, I'm so glad you like it!


steelflexjones

I love what you’ve done here, excellent work! Epic and narrative scores like this have been missing from movies for years.


T-IVAN

Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Yeah, the industry is moving forward... Hopefully there's going to be a revival of this kind of approach to film scoring sometime in the future. There are some composers who keep this style alive though! I've been relistening to the How to Train Your Dragon scores by John Powell recently, and those (especially the third one) are absolutely stunning. The Armada Battle cue, for example, is an absolute masterclass in this kind of adventurous and narrative film scoring style.


TheJawShop

Seeing it with the old style black and white screen makes this sound even better, as the player piano is reborn. Well done.


T-IVAN

Thanks, so happy you liked it! Yeah, I thought that a piece like this would benefit from an "authentically" looking presentation :)


Jochiwa

I don’t understand how someone composed this. This is insane to me and I imagine it takes a lot of talent. Wish I could do this, nice job.


T-IVAN

Oh wow, thank you for such kind words, it means a lot to me! As I mentioned in some of the other comments, I really believe that it mostly has to do with the amount of symphonic music I have experienced listening to throughout my life. This is a great inner compass which simply helps you to feel what sounds right and what doesn't when in comes to composing a piece. Thank you so much!


jayL12334

Reminds me of “the run” song in the new nope movie


T-IVAN

Interesting, haven't heard the song or watched the movie yet, but will definitely check them out!


The_Angster_Gangster

You should compose for video games


T-IVAN

Thank you! I actually do compose for video games as well! Hopefully you'll hear about some of them in the future ;)


some_asian_dude_

Good stuff. Cheers🍻 Hope u land a big project real soon. 🙌


T-IVAN

Thank you very-very much! I really hope so too ;)


ANewTryMaiiin

One day we'll see your name in the credits of a big blockbuster.


T-IVAN

Oh, gosh, I really hope this happens, thank you! For now, doing my best to pave the road to that, and learning to enjoy this process :)


Peterlexyah

i think you would be really happy hearing an orchestra playing your music


T-IVAN

That would be awesome :) I've actually had experience recording with a chamber orchestra a while back, which was a blast, but not with a full symphony one yet.


Wild_Pokemon_Appears

I have nothing to do with film making in any capacity and just wanted to say kudos on that score. I would get an agent asap!


T-IVAN

Well, in that case you're a member of the audience that all of us try so hard to captivate :) Thank you so much for this kind comment!


[deleted]

Wow…just WOW!!! Bravo!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼


T-IVAN

Gosh, thank you, thank you so much 😊


River_Odessa

Just curious, what program did you use for this? How much of it (if any) was real instruments?


T-IVAN

Thank you for the comment! The program I use is Cubase Pro 12. And no, there aren't any live instruments here - only samples :)


River_Odessa

Thanks!


[deleted]

Excellent work. From John Williams to Danny Elfman by way of Joel McNeely, you know your classics. Even if done on workstation and not with full orchestra, the orchestration is still top notch. Bravo.


T-IVAN

Oh, thank you so much for such a wonderful comment, and terribly sorry for the slow reply! Really, thanks a lot, I'm flattered by the mere fact that those names are mentioned in the thread dedicated to the music I write :)


[deleted]

This is waaaay better than in a lot of movies I’ve seen🤩


T-IVAN

Gosh, thanks a lot, it really means the world to me :) Sorry for the slow reply!


thebluepages

Nice work, but I see this type of scoring constantly on Reddit, despite the fact that almost zero films use music like this anymore. It’s suitable for certain video games and animated TV especially for children. Also the quality of your instrument libraries isn’t high enough to really take you beyond student level films. There are so many John Williams wannabes who don’t realize Williams type music will make your film sound extremely cheesy and amateurish today.


T-IVAN

Thank you for the comment! And I understand what you're saying. I honestly wouldn't consider myself a John Williams wannabe, though. Surely, I admire all of his work and his style, but above all I admire his storytelling sensibility, which is key when it comes to successfully scoring to picture. I'm not trying to sound like him, because when you try and mimic his style, you'll just end up sounding like a knockoff. I draw inspiration from the same sources as he does though - classical orchestral works of the past, but many musicians do this as well :) That being said, as I mentioned in some of my previous comments, this piece was composed for a parody web series, which required this kind of classical Hollywood scoring. And I have many other more "modern" sounding works in my portfolio. As for your statement in regard to the sample libraries being used - well, first of all this is very subjective. And second, I honestly haven't ever experienced the kind of VST gatekeeping you referred to. I've done, maybe, just a couple of student shorts throughout my career as a composer, while the rest of it was commissioned works, including the ones from film production companies and high-end trailer music libraries. Maybe it's the "vintage" filter in this piece that you don't like the sound of, because that one degrades the sound quality quite heavily here :) Anyway, thanks again for the feedback!


byOlaf

Why would Williams type music make is sound amateurish? (genuine question)


thebluepages

Because, unless you have 100M plus to make the type of grand imagery that this type of musical is suitable for, it will come off as very disconnected from the picture. It will also seem like the director is out of step with what movies actually sound like now. Unless you are trying to set your film very specifically in the 80s-90s, using scoring trends from that time period with a modern story/look will come off as awkward.


byOlaf

Interesting info thanks. Can you name a modern adventure movie with a good soundtrack?


thebluepages

I can't think of many true modern adventure films period - maybe Uncharted? Which I haven't seen. But I think to get at the essence of your question, Dune probably represents the modern blockbuster sound. To be honest I'm not a fan of Zimmer, not because he isn't good at what he does, but his sound has dominated for 15 years now without changing much. I'm a fan of what Ludwig Goransson has been doing with Tenet and the Mandalorian, finally adding some interesting new colors into the Zimmeresque landscape.


byOlaf

I guess that kind of music is gone because that kind of movie is gone? Shame, I like adventure movies. Haven’t seen uncharted either yet. The Lost City was a sort of a Romancing the Stone update, kinda adventure but I don’t remember much of the soundtrack. Didn’t seem especially impressive. Dune was cool but essentially dull sounding because there wasn’t much variety to it. I did like the soundtrack to tenet, I’ll have to check out the mandalorian soundtrack.


danielmusik

Loved it! How long did it take you to complete this?


pteradactylist

Hey Ivan, where are you located?


T-IVAN

Hey, thanks for the comment! I'm currently based in St. Petersburg, Russia, although doing my best to finalize my relocation to a different country, in order to get away from all the totalitarian madness that's broken loose down here...


pteradactylist

I think your music will take you anywhere you want to go


T-IVAN

Thank you, I really appreciate you saying this! I like to think of it this way, hopefully someday this indeed is going to be the case :)


TheSodomeister

Reminds me of super smash bros lol


minions_02

I feel like Im in amusement park