No matter how many scores I've written, the next project will hopefully be completely different. As hard as it is, I'm always trying to stay fresh, not repeat myself, and come up with original musical ideas and ways of scoring. — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
I've been a full-time composer for many years, and I'm still learning all the time. There is always more than one musical "solution" to… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
Before writing a single note of music, and even before the spotting session, I find it best to sit down with the director and… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
I became friends on a social basis with a music professor (Dr. Alan Stein) who took a real interest in my work. He encouraged… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
Other than a few years of piano as a kid, I don't have all that much musical training. I played piano for all the… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
The most common reason that I turn down a film project is because of my schedule. If I can't devote the time to a… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
Do everything you can to learn your craft. Score student films for free, attend conferences, learn music theory - do anything and everything you… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
No matter how many scores I've written, the next project will hopefully be completely different. As hard as it is, I'm always trying to… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
Be persistent. Establishing yourself in this field could easily take years. Rarely will any composer get that one "big break." More often, success is… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
I've been in this biz so long, it's really my reputation that brings me work. — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
I do have a website that's updated regularly. It's a great way for potential clients to check out my work anonymously. As most of… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
The process always starts with detailed conversations with the director, followed by a spotting session (deciding where the music goes and doesn't go in… — John Keltonic Copy Share Image
