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In this episode, we talk with Los Angeles based composer Amanda Muse. Amanda shares the pivotal moments that ignited her passion for music and led her from being a percussionist/drummer to a renowned composer. We dive deep into her creative process, exploring how she moves from conceptualization to orchestration, and how her percussive background uniquely influences her compositions. Amanda's ability to create breathtaking musical landscapes is nothing short of captivating, and her story is sure to inspire.
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Composer
Amanda Muse is a composer based in Los Angeles, known for her vibrant, energetic blend of lush orchestration with rich classical harmony, and driving rhythms informed by her extensive background as an internationally-recognized percussionist. With a portfolio including work for industry giants such as Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, CineSamples, and Riot Games, she brings a dynamic blend of musical expertise, enthusiasm, and organizational skills to every project she undertakes. She has scored multiple critically acclaimed films, including “Journalism 101,” directed by Michael Lopez, which won "Best TV Pilot" at the 2022 Top Shorts Film Festival, and “Long Pork,” directed by Iris Dukatt, starring Lena Headey (“Game of Thrones”). She has conducted and recorded her compositions at major Los Angeles-based studios, such as 20th Century Fox, Sony, and Warner Brothers.
Amanda got her industry start as a producer and sample editor at renowned virtual instrument company CineSamples, for which she traveled the world to capture the sound of authentic instruments. She recorded and produced CineSamples’ “Drums of War 3” sample percussion library. She oversees all project management at music production company Hollywood Scoring, where she collaborates with a team of Emmy-winning producers and composers to provide music for feature films, video games, and live entertainment.
Amanda has been a session percussionist for clients including Netflix (“Leo”), Riot Games (“League of Legends”), and CineSamples (“Drums of War”), and has performed as a drummer… Read More
