- You have listened to music in movies, web series, games, or advertisements.
- Behind the scenes, someone created these music using musical instruments and software.
- These professionals are called Music Composers.
- 👉 In simple words: Music Composers create tunes, background scores, and original music using instruments, creativity, and music software.
Music Composer
What Do They Do?
🎓 How to Become a Music Composer
- There is no specific degree required to become a music composer in India.
- Your music skills, creativity, and regular practice is more important than a degree.
- Start by learning a musical instrument such as keyboard,piano,guitar,violin etc....from an experienced teacher or music academy.
- After learning the basics, you can join certification or online courses to learn music composition.
- Few institutes and online platforms that offer music compostion courses are listed below.
🏛️ Institutes offering these courses in India
(Tap on an institute to view details)
STEP 1
Imagine you are working as a Music Composer for a movie or album.
STEP 2
A director asks you to create emotional background music for an important scene.
STEP 3
You start creating melodies using instruments, keyboards, and music software.
STEP 4
You improve the tune, adjust instruments, and make the music match the mood of the scene.
STEP 5
When people watch the movie or listen to the song, they feel emotions through the music you created.
STEP 6
If this excites you, this career may suit you.
Where do Music Composers work? (Job Roles + Growth)
Music Composers work in : Film and television productions, Music recording studios, Web series and streaming productions, Advertising and commercial productions, Video Games, Theatre and stage productions, Music albums, and other Media and entertainment projects.
🟢 Beginner Roles
Assistant Music Programmer
(After Certificate in Music Production / Introduction to Music Production)
They create basic beats, synth layers, and digital music tracks to support senior composers.
Background Score Arranger
(After Diploma in Music Production / Electronic Music Production)
They compose short background sound layers and mood tracks for scenes and videos.
🔵 Mid-Level Roles
Jingle Composer
(After BA (Hons) in Music Production / Music Composition Masterclass)
They compose catchy melodies and soundtracks for advertisements and commercials.
Independent Music Producer
(After BPA in Music Composition / Film Scoring and Composition)
They compose, arrange, and release original music on streaming platforms.
🟣 Advanced Roles
Film Music Director
(After MPA in Music Composition / Composing for Orchestras)
They create soundtracks, theme songs, and background scores for movies and web series.
Orchestrator / Conductor
(After MA in Music)
They arrange musical compositions for orchestras and guide live musicians during performances.
International Film Industries
To compose songs, background scores, and soundtracks for movies and series.
Streaming & Music Platforms
They work with composers and music producers to create original albums.
Gaming & Animation Studios
To create background music and cinematic soundtracks for games and animation.
Live Concerts & International Projects
They work with orchestras, singers, and artists for concerts, albums and music tours.
(Click Yes or No for each question)
1. Do you enjoy listening to music?
2. Are you interested in learning musical instruments and creating music?
3. Do you feel interested in creating your own music and melodies?
4. Imagine you are working as a Music Composer for a movie. The director wants music for an emotional scene. You create a tune that matches the scene and decide what kind of music will be used. You work with musicians to record the music. Finally, the music is added to the scene and makes the moment more emotional. Do you like this type of work?
5. A company is making an advertisement for a new product and approaches you to create the music. They explain the scene in the advertisement to you. You understand the mood of the scene and create music that matches its feel. You work with musicians to record the music. Finally, the advertisement is released with the music you created. Does this type of work interest you?