The music in a TV show is often an unsung hero. But it can help shape our mood and our excitement from scene to scene, and season to season. Composers Ari Posner and Joel Schwartz understand that, and rise to the challenge over and over on the CW's Sullivan's Crossing, the juicy and thrilling show starring Chad Michael Murray and Morgan Kohan, which welcomes fans into a world of deception and heartbreak in rural Nova Scotia.Ari and Joel’s score for Sullivan’s Crossing required a very minimalist and organic approach. While the occasional action sequence demands a great deal of tension, the sound of the show is primarily made up of soothing piano, pads, and strings. Showrunner Roma Roth’s keyword for the composing duo was “melancholic.” I was excited to sit down with them here to talk about their work on this show. Let's dive into the interview. Editor's Note: the following interview is edited for length and clarity. - YouTube www.youtube.com NO FILM SCHOOL: Hey Ari and Joel! Can you describe your collaborative process? How did you balance your individual strengths while working together on the score?Ari Posner: Though Joel and I spend most of the writing time in our separate studios, we do spend a considerable amount of effort planning the score for each episode after a very detailed spotting session. These days, we are usually spotting each episode with our showrunner Roma Roth over zoom. Once a detailed list of all the cues is complete, we will decide,...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 31 December