Animations
This is an overview of animated short films for which I composed music. For some of these videos I am the original composer, for others I used a music-free version to compose for.
Spring
This gorgeous Disney-like animation was provided by The Cue Tube as a music-free video. It is a short story about a girl and her dog in a rather 'magical' forest. I composed supporting cinematic music for their little adventure.
Styles : Disney, Cinematic, Orchestral, Thrilling, Compelling, Tensive, Mysterious
BACCHUS
This was my submission for a film composer competition in 2020, called the Hamlisch Awards. Every participant had to compose music for this completely soundless animation. Not only did I include music, I also felt the need to add sound effects. The professional judges of the contest were very positive about this submission.This story is about a woman who is bored by her repetitive and motionless life, when she suddenly encounters a special being that leads to new experiences. I saw this as an opportunity to show the variety of music styles I'm able to work with, so that is why this video is full of different sounds and feelings.Styles : Orchestral, Big Band, Jazz, Mysterious, Abstract, Classical, Uplifting, Euphoric, Symphonic
In het Licht van de Dood
I created the original composition for this unique animation, 'In the Light of Death', made by the talented Amanda van de Meent. She wrote and portrayed the journey of losing your religion or 'home base' where you feel safe, and discovering something completely new.
Styles : Piano, Tender, Friendly, Strange, Eery, Symphonic
Synthesis - VR-Film (Trailer)
Synthesis is a virtual reality (VR) animation, created by the gifted Matunda Groenendijk (Instagram: @bymatunda). As a composer, I was honored to create the original soundtracks for this special project. When you watch this short film like its meant to be watched (in VR), you will be able to walk and look around in a beautiful 3D-animated space with a compelling story about losing and rediscovering inspiration.The complete version of this VR-film has not been published by the creator yet, so for now you can only watch the trailer.
Styles : Cinematic, Touching, Emotional, Piano, Symphonic, Abstract