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Notes on film scoring, orchestration, and much more.

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  Recommended Books for Film Composers (2026 Update)

  Jun 23, 2026

  A curated list of essential books for film and media composers (2026).

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  The Musical World of Studio Ghibli: Joe Hisaishi’s Musical Genius

  Jun 3, 2025

  Joe Hisaishi’s musical language across Spirited Away and Howl’s Moving Castle — themes, orchestration, and the craft behind Studio Ghibli’s sound.