Mixing For Composers
Get Your Compositions To The Next Level
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Whether you're a professional or a hobbyist you wanna learn to be as good as you can.
If you're a hobby composer, the MIX is the end product that provides the JOY of what you're writing. It gives you the ability to hear the music the way you intended. It would be as good as it can possibly be. The better it sounds, the better the joy.
And if you're a professional, you already know how meaningful and significant a good mix is to get and keep a job. Sending a demo is like an advertisement. If it doesn't sound good, you're not gonna get the job. And if you do get the job, you're not gonna keep it for long if your music doesn't sound good.
This is NOT a beginner's course. This course does NOT teach how to set up a compressor! ;)
This course instructs the thought process behind the mixing process.
You’ll compose differently after this course because you’ll compose with the mix in mind. You’ll be able to hear the mix in your mind before you start to write and you’ll know how to get to the sound that you hear in your head. Dennis will show you how to think about the sound and how to shape it to get the result you want.
WHAT'S INSIDE MIXING FOR COMPOSERS? THE CONTENT & THE 1:1 COACHING WITH DENNIS
THE CONTENT: MIXING ORCHESTRAL MUSIC
In this program, we cover everything from the very beginning of how to set up your mixing session, the rituals before starting to mix, Dennis mixing workflow, how to mix orchestral music in different styles, what plugins to use, automation, stems and so much more!
The curriculum currently consists of more than 11 hours of video content, and we add new content every month -with live classes that you've access to - to keep the learning relevant and up-to-date.
THE COACHING: DENNIS GIVES FEEDBACK TO YOUR MUSIC
The course also includes ONE YEAR of "PRIVATE 1:1 MIXING COACHING" with Dennis
Once a Month, Upload Your Music, and Dennis will listen to your track and tell you exactly what to do to make it sound awesome! This means that Dennis will give you feedback on your mix for a whole complete year, once a month. A total of 12 tracks! These sessions are online -on Zoom- and you can ask questions to Dennis directly.
Imagine all that you can achieve with your music if one of the biggest and most active Hollywood Mixing Engineers of all times reviews your music and provides you with the specific tips and tricks you need to improve the sound of your compositions!
Meet your trainer
Dennis Sands, Hollywood Mixing Engineer - More than 350 Movies Recorded and Mixed (Avengers, Spider-Man, Captain America)
- Hollywood: More than 50 years of experience as mixing engineer working in Los Angeles.
- Movies: More than 350 scores mixed (Avengers, Spider-Man, Captain America: The First Avenger, Maleficient, Alice in - Wonderland, The Shawshank Redemption, Forrest Gump, Back to the Future, The Lion King, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Finding Nemo, Bolt, American Beauty, The Notebook, The Bourne Supremacy, Coraline, The Last of the Mohicans, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Corpse Bride, Independence Day, The Mask, Serendipity, Good Will Hunting, Pacific Rim, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Godzilla... need more? ;-p
- Composers: Danny Elfman, Alan Silvestri, Michael Giacchino, Alexandre Desplat, John Debney, John Paesano, Ramin Djawadi, Aaron Zigman, Mark Isham, Cliff Martinez, and many more.
- Teacher: More than 12 years teaching a mixing seminar for the Film Scoring Master students at the University of Southern of California (USA).
Stories on Dennis Sands
Best orchestral mixing course out there.
Best orchestral mixing course out there.
Thank you so much Marc Jovani and Dennis Sands! This is an orchestral producer's dream come true!
Dennis teaches with great clarity and insights. I can't believe you're offering it at such an affordable price. It's a steal!
Thank you so much Marc Jovani and Dennis Sands! This is an orchestral producer's dream come true!
Dennis teaches with great clarity and insights. I can't believe you're offering it at such an affordable price. It's a steal!
Musican Portland, Oregon (USA)
Thank you Dennis Sands
Thank you Dennis Sands
I am very grateful to be in the Dennis Sands course.
It is a delight to see how I am starting to have skills where before I only had some basic ones.
I am very grateful to be in the Dennis Sands course.
It is a delight to see how I am starting to have skills where before I only had some basic ones.
Composer Paris (France)
The course from Dennis Sands is a Goldmine!!
The course from Dennis Sands is a Goldmine!!
The mixing Course from Dennis Sands is a Goldmine!! I watched a couple of the "Intro" videos and already I can see how my workflow will improve. Excited to dive in deeper!!
Thanks, Marc, for implementing your vision to help composers make...
The mixing Course from Dennis Sands is a Goldmine!! I watched a couple of the "Intro" videos and already I can see how my workflow will improve. Excited to dive in deeper!!
Thanks, Marc, for implementing your vision to help composers make better music!
Musican Olympia, Washington (USA)
If you want to learn cinematic mixing, you can't get a better opportunity
If you want to learn cinematic mixing, you can't get a better opportunity
Marc - this course looks amazing. I've been looking for courses for years where the teachers are "the real thing" and Dennis is truly a guy who has been around the mill - 100s of soundtracks over decades, from Back to the Future to Avengers;...
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Marc - this course looks amazing. I've been looking for courses for years where the teachers are "the real thing" and Dennis is truly a guy who has been around the mill - 100s of soundtracks over decades, from Back to the Future to Avengers; Endgame. If you want to learn cinematic mixing, you can't get a better opportunity
IMO
Music Composer LA (USA)
Great experience
Great experience
It's my first experience with Cinematic Composing and I have to say it has been really great!
It's my first experience with Cinematic Composing and I have to say it has been really great!
Read lessMusican Lecce, Apulia (Italia)
What You'll Learn
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1. How to mix Action
Learn and Discover all you need to mix powerful Orchestral Action cues. Mix successfully guitars, drums, synths, and orchestral elements together. Get the richer and powerful sound that you dream of.
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2. How to mix Romance
Learn the tips and tricks to give your music a sense of gentleness and embrace the listener. Learn to soften your mix to serve the emotional content of the music.
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3. How to mix Comedy
Learn how to mix a Comedy cue to enhance its Music, Make It Richer, Bigger, Wider, in one word... Make it Cinematic.
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4. How to mix Rock
Learn how to mix a rock-style cue in detail. Guitars, Bass guitar, Drums, Synths, Effects, and Master compression to create a powerful mixed track.
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5. Dennis Plugins Guide:
The ultimate plugin's guide for mixing chosen carefully Dennis Sands. Learn what are Dennis’s Top 10 plugins plus additional information on Mixing Console & Plugins Order, Plugins Chain In The Aux. Send Of The Stereo Mix.
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6. PRIVATE 1:1 MIXING COACHING: Assignment Revisions for 12 months
Once a month, Dennis listens to your music and gives you feedback on Zoom. You can interact with Dennis and ask him questions directly. Get your tracks reviewed by one of the industry legends!
Stories on Mixing For Composers
I Love it!
I Love it!
It's so great to have this in-depth view of his work. I'm very impressed how subtle the changes in the single tracks are but then played all together it makes a big difference.
It's so great to have this in-depth view of his work. I'm very impressed how subtle the changes in the single tracks are but then played all together it makes a big difference.
Read lessMusician Trossingen (Germany)
Thank you, Dennis Sands and Marc Jovani
Thank you, Dennis Sands and Marc Jovani
I already find myself taking notes like I am sitting in Mr. Sands's classroom. I believe this course, along with the Orchestration 1 course I am studying, will help my abilities tremendously. Thank you, Dennis Sands and Marc Jovani
I already find myself taking notes like I am sitting in Mr. Sands's classroom. I believe this course, along with the Orchestration 1 course I am studying, will help my abilities tremendously. Thank you, Dennis Sands and Marc Jovani
Read lessMusican Athens, Alabam (USA)
It is the most time and cost-effective mixing course for the orchestra
It is the most time and cost-effective mixing course for the orchestra
It is the most time and cost-effective mixing course for the orchestra. Taught by one of greatest. It will save HOURS of looking at random YouTube videos not even knowing if what you are going to watch will actually teach you anything! you have...
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It is the most time and cost-effective mixing course for the orchestra. Taught by one of greatest. It will save HOURS of looking at random YouTube videos not even knowing if what you are going to watch will actually teach you anything! you have the safety of a renowned and brilliant course provider which is comprised of a small team of VERY passionate people who love what they are doing!
Music Composer Todi, Umbría (Italia)
A really good deal!
A really good deal!
I have started courses with Cinematic Composing, and I have already learned new techniques that I am already using in my music and I see many more to come. The material is concise, presented at a good pace, the instructors are great, the resources...
Read moreI have started courses with Cinematic Composing, and I have already learned new techniques that I am already using in my music and I see many more to come. The material is concise, presented at a good pace, the instructors are great, the resources plentiful and the value makes it worth the investment of time and money.
Read lessMusic Composer New York (USA)
Highly recommend the courses
Highly recommend the courses
I joined to Cinematic Composing in 2017, I really learned a lot from there. The information are all clear and useful.
I highly recommend the courses to all of you!
I joined to Cinematic Composing in 2017, I really learned a lot from there. The information are all clear and useful.
I highly recommend the courses to all of you!
Music Composer Singapur (Malasia)
The curriculum
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WHAT DO I GET WHEN I JOIN THE PROGRAM?
- The 4 Mixing for Composers courses (Action, Romance, Comedy, Rock)
- Dennis Plugins Guide
- ONE YEAR of "PRIVATE 1:1 MIXING COACHING": 12 Assignment revisions for a year (one per month). Dennis listens to your music and gives you feedback on Zoom. You can interact with Dennis and ask him questions directly.
All of the above compiled & organized all the content under ONE SINGLE COURSE: the ultimate program that gives you everything that you need, from "how to set up your mixing session" to "how to automate your mix" and everything in between.
And if you still have help, once a month ask questions to Dennis directly on Zoom and have your music reviewed by Dennis himself!
Modules includes in this course
Module 1.
Welcome to Mixing For Composers - Let's Mix Great Music!
Welcome to Mixing For Composers - Let's Mix Great Music!
Module 2.
DISCOUNTS
DISCOUNTS
Module 3.
Comedy - Intro
Comedy - Intro
Module 4.
Comedy - Strings
Comedy - Strings
Module 5.
Comedy - Woods & Brass
Comedy - Woods & Brass
Module 6.
Comedy - Keyboard, Guitars, Bass, & Synths
Comedy - Keyboard, Guitars, Bass, & Synths
Module 7.
Comedy - Automation & Plugins Summary
Comedy - Automation & Plugins Summary
Module 8.
Action - Intro
Action - Intro
Module 9.
Action - Strings
Action - Strings
Module 10.
Action - Woods
Action - Woods
Module 11.
Action - Brass
Action - Brass
Module 12.
Action - Percussion
Action - Percussion
Module 13.
Action - Keyboards & Harps
Action - Keyboards & Harps
Module 14.
Action - Bass, Guitars & Effects
Action - Bass, Guitars & Effects
Module 15.
Romantic - Intro
Romantic - Intro
Module 16.
Romantic - Strings
Romantic - Strings
Module 17.
Romantic - Woodwinds
Romantic - Woodwinds
Module 19.
Romantic - Percussion & Harp
Romantic - Percussion & Harp
Module 20.
Romantic - Guitars, Ethnic Instruments and Conclusion
Romantic - Guitars, Ethnic Instruments and Conclusion
Module 21.
Rock - Intro
Rock - Intro
Module 22.
Rock - Drums & Bass
Rock - Drums & Bass
Module 23.
Rock - Guitars
Rock - Guitars
Module 24.
Rock - Synths & Effects
Rock - Synths & Effects
Module 25.
Rock - Master Compression & Final Thoughts
Rock - Master Compression & Final Thoughts
Module 26.
Assignments
Assignments
Module 27.
Live Sessions Replays
Live Sessions Replays
What People Say About This Program
Love the course!
Love the course!
Love the course! It's practical, inspiring, and rich. Marc Jovani, thank you for making it available to us!
Love the course! It's practical, inspiring, and rich. Marc Jovani, thank you for making it available to us!
Read lessMusican LA (USA)
...is really worth checking the course.
...is really worth checking the course.
"I'm totally excited about this course! After studying through the MTCM course (by Cinematic Composing) I become more and more interested in mixing. It can really change (if not everything) almost everything!
Even before this great course...
"I'm totally excited about this course! After studying through the MTCM course (by Cinematic Composing) I become more and more interested in mixing. It can really change (if not everything) almost everything!
Even before this great course come along, my opinion has been that good mixing really increases your credibility as a composer. Dennis Sands appears to be very thorough and explains things very clearly. We can all learn very valuable things from Dennis and this course is really worth checking out!"
Music Composer Askola (Finland)
I've already learned soooo much!
I've already learned soooo much!
Been through some of the videos and I've already learned soooo much! Dennis is a great mixer and I love everything he has shown till now. Also, the few things we covered on my piece made the mix ten thousand times better!!!
Been through some of the videos and I've already learned soooo much! Dennis is a great mixer and I love everything he has shown till now. Also, the few things we covered on my piece made the mix ten thousand times better!!!
Read lessMusic Composer Madrid (España)
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exellent
Recently I joined to Cinematic Composing. I have been searched for so long and never find courses like these. I learned a lot. These courses are recommended !!.
Recently I joined to Cinematic Composing. I have been searched for so long and never find courses like these. I learned a lot. These courses are recommended !!.
Read lessMusic Composer LA (USA)
This is such an amazing course!
This is such an amazing course!
This is such an amazing course! To be able to learn from one of the masters, step by step... It's like getting in on a big secret: When I opened the course I got really excited and started watching immediately. I can already tell Dennis is a great...
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This is such an amazing course! To be able to learn from one of the masters, step by step... It's like getting in on a big secret: When I opened the course I got really excited and started watching immediately. I can already tell Dennis is a great teacher! Can's wait to start making my own mixes better because of this!
Music Composer Bergen (Norway)
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- Assignments revisions to get direct feedback from Dennis Sands
- Access to all future updates for this course
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ONE YEAR of "PRIVATE 1:1 MIXING COACHING
Once a Month, Upload Your Music
Dennis will listen to your track and tell you exactly what to do to make it sound awesome!
This means that Dennis will give you feedback on your mix for a whole complete year, once a month. A total of 12 tracks!
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Stories on Mixing For Composers
... it's so good to be part of this community...
... it's so good to be part of this community...
WOW!!!... A new "Mixing For Composers" course by Hollywood mixing engineer Dennis Sands from Avengers, Maleficent, etc!! ... your courses jus get bigger and better Marc Jovani!!! ... thank you for bringing top people to teach us here at Cinematic...
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WOW!!!... A new "Mixing For Composers" course by Hollywood mixing engineer Dennis Sands from Avengers, Maleficent, etc!! ... your courses jus get bigger and better Marc Jovani!!! ... thank you for bringing top people to teach us here at Cinematic Composing ... it's so good to be part of this community...
Music Composer Australia (Australia)
Thanks a lot!
Thanks a lot!
I just took the Mixing course along with others and am really excited about it...
Learning from the best in the business. Feels awesome.
I just took the Mixing course along with others and am really excited about it...
Learning from the best in the business. Feels awesome.
Composer Bangalore (India)
The course is great...
The course is great...
The course "Mixing for composers" by Dennis Sands is amazing...
The course "Mixing for composers" by Dennis Sands is amazing...
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Thank you so much!
Thank you so much!
THIS IS INSANELY GREAT! Thank you Marc Jovani for making it happen! You are the man!!!
THIS IS INSANELY GREAT! Thank you Marc Jovani for making it happen! You are the man!!!
Read lessComposer Olten (Switzerland)
Thanks a lot for Mixing For Composers Course
Thanks a lot for Mixing For Composers Course
I am dreaming with the second part of the course called “Mastering for Composers by Dennis Sands”!
I am dreaming with the second part of the course called “Mastering for Composers by Dennis Sands”!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long will I have access to the course materials? How long will I have access to the course materials?
You’ll have access to the course materials for life.
I don't have time to take this course right now. Should I still buy it? I don't have time to take this course right now. Should I still buy it?
YES. You can go at your own pace. Don’t need to follow the course’s schedule. The course materials do not expire and you’ll have access to them for life. Even for the future course updates and improvements!
You can do it a bit faster, or take as much time as you want/need.
Is this course only in English? Is this course only in English?
Yes. The contents of this course are only in English at the moment
Do I need a Mac to take this course? What type of computer do I need? Do I need a Mac to take this course? What type of computer do I need?
You do not need a Mac for this course. Marc uses a PC. Half of our Cinematic Composing students are Mac, the other half are PC.
I'm using ________ (name any sequencer here). Can I still take the course? I'm using ________ (name any sequencer here). Can I still take the course?
Dennis uses Pro Tools. But, all the concepts that you'll learn apply across the board, no matter what sequencer you use. In fact, more than a 1/2 of our students are Logic users.
The same concept about plugins. You can learn and apply all the concepts taught in the course using any basic plugins. Once you're in the course, you'll have a better idea of what is the next plugin that you wanna buy. Plus, you'll be around a great community of composers who already own those plugins and can give you valuable feedback or advice what library to invest in next.
Do I need to buy any plugin before taking this course? Do I need to buy any plugin before taking this course?
Read the answer to the last question ?
Also, once you enroll to this course, you can get access to discounts on many sample libraries and plugins! Just ask for a certificate of enrollment once you're in.
This course will pay for itself with the amount of money you'll save from educational discounts you'll get! ;)
How it works the Assignment Revisions? How it works the Assignment Revisions?
You will have access to 12 monthly Assignment revisions with Dennis Sands. It will occur once per month for a year.
Do you have a refund policy? Do you have a refund policy?
Yes. We are giving you a full 30 DAYS to go through the training,
implement what you learn, and watch your production skills begin to
grow.
Mixing For Composers
FULL version (56% discount)
Get Access to Mixing For Composers on all devices.
+ Assigments Revisions
$697
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