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Introduction

How does a piece of music get into a film? What are the considerations for using pre-existing tracks versus specially commissioned scores? How do you find the right track, the right composer? How much does it all cost and what steps are necessary to ensure it’s all done legally?

In this intensive 1-day workshop, leading UK Music Supervisor & Record Company Executive Ian Neil and expert industry guests explore the complexities of placing music onto film. The course is open to all filmmakers, with particular relevance to producers, directors and post production, as well as media lawyers and music composers.

 

Course Outline

Topics covered include:

• Film composers
• Soundtracks
• How to get the right piece of music for the right price
• Budgeting
• Pitfalls to avoid
• Rights ownership and how to potentially own your own music rights from your film
• How a director and producer work creatively with composers, music supervisors and music editors
• Music publishing
• Master recording

The programme will include a chaired panel discussion with industry guests. The team will discuss various publishing rights issues, as well as how best to structure the deal for the composer and the producer, and what role the music publisher plays within this process.

We will end the day with networking drinks at LFS.

Click here to view a sample course schedule (February 2011 course).

 

Ian Neil - Tutor Profile

Before becoming a leading independent Film Music Supervisor Ian Neil built a strong reputation through his work as Head of Film and TV for Polygram Records; Head of Film, TV and Advertising and ultimately Director of the department at Warner/Chappell Music Ltd. During this time he placed artists such as LIGHTHOUSE FAMILY, THE CARDIGANS, MOBY, GOLDFRAPP, OVERSEER, GROOVE ARMADA, LAMB & SMASHMOUTH and many more in high profile advertising campaigns, TV and Film Productions.

One of Ian’s first big films, LOCK, STOCK AND TWO SMOKING BARRELS, resulted in a double platinum soundtrack and a strong collaboration with Brit director Guy Ritchie. Ian was therefore Ritchie’s first choice for his follow up feature, SNATCH. Other film credits as music consultant during this time included Barry Skolnik’s MEAN MACHINE, Robert Altman’s GOSFORD PARK and UP ‘N’ UNDER directed by John Godber.

Since 2004 Ian has enjoyed success as a freelance Music Supervisor with feature credits including the award-winning CONTROL, JOE STRUMMER-THE FUTURE IS UNWRITTEN, ST.TRINIANS, KIDULTHOOD, ADULTHOOD, THE CRIMSON WING, ROCKNROLLA, THE HISTORY BOYS, HANNIBAL RISING, TAKING LIBERTIES. and OF TIME AND THE CITY from the highly acclaimed director Terence Davies.

His most recent film releases include SEX & DRUGS AND ROCK & ROLL directed by Mat Whitecross and exec produced by Ian Neil, THE BOYS ARE BACK directed by Scott Hicks and NOWHERE BOY directed by Sam Taylor Wood. Recent TV credits include Channel Four’s RED RIDING TRILOGY directed by Julian Jarold, Anand Tucker & James Marsh for Revolution Films, PLUS ONE and ECHO BEACH for Kudos along with series two of ASHES TO ASHES.

“Ian Neil's extensive knowledge of music is legendary. His expertise in researching tracks and handling music clearances, in addition to his strong ties with all the major and independent record labels and publishers, inevitably makes him the first port of call for all the top film directors and producers.” Nyree Pinder, Hot House Music

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Times: 10am-6pm (plus networking drinks)
Capacity: Approx. 25-30 participants
Fee: £120

NOTE: Due to the popularity of this workshop, we prefer to prioritise those who have not previously attended. A waiting list will be in operation for those wishing to re-attend. Please email us for details.

How to book

Click here to book your place online.

You will be redirected to the LFS Payment Area where you can pay for your place simply and securely using a credit or debit card.

Your place is confirmed as soon as you receive an email from The LFS Payments verifying that your order is complete.

Please review our Refunds and Cancellations Policy before booking, and note that workshop participants must be aged 18 years or over.

Discounts

If you believe you are entitled to a discount, please email workshops@lfs.org.uk before booking so that we can provide you with a promotional code.

Note: Discounts will not be granted in retrospect, and therefore must be requested before booking.

Early Bird discounts are applied automatically when booking before the deadline.

Email us:
Carolyn Atherton:
workshops@lfs.org.uk

Telephone us:
+44 (0)20 7836 9642

 

Feedback from previous participants:

"In one morning Ian clarified 10 years of doubts I’d had about music clearances."

“I was struck and humbled by Ian’s openness and candour. The day progressed at a high speed, which was excellent because it allowed him to convey an amazing amount of information in just a few hours.”

“It’s excellent that you managed to get someone of Ian Neil’s calibre to deliver this workshop. His anecdotes were invaluable real life examples.”

"I was very encouraged by what I learned to be possible in terms of clearing music, and I know it’s going to help my future working practice tremendously."

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