Scoring Success - Redefining the Singapore Sound through Film scores

Alex Oh and Buvan are film composers and producers from Singapore. They discuss the impact of film music and its potential in uncovering the unique Singaporean sound. The supremely talented composers discuss the Black Panther score, their film score works and ask big questions that challenge our perception of what the Singapore Sound could be.

Episode 2 Chapters:

00:00 - Intro
01:44 - The Singapore Sound X Film Score
05:04 - What techniques can film composers apply to tell a story better?
15:44 - What could be the Singapore Sound in films?
19:46 - Singapore as "David" in a world of "Goliaths"
23:12 - Creating a musical score for Singapore?
29:03 - Is that our traffic light sound in a cinematic score?
30:05 - Creating a musical score for Singapore? (Cont'd)
36:18 - Conclusion
37:15 - Credits

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Project Zero is a thought-provoking podcast series conceived and hosted by Shabir Sulthan, a multi-talented artist renowned as an award-winning film composer and singer-songwriter. Supported by Ministry of Culture, Community, and Youth, this series delves into the unique musical landscape of Singapore, exploring the rich tapestry of sounds that define the nation's cultural identity.

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