The Modern Composer: Navigating the Sonic Frontier of Film & TV

13 May 2026
Audio Theatre
Audio

The film and television composer remains the ultimate storyteller, responsible for the emotional pulse and narrative identity of every production. However, in 2026, the canvas for that artistry is shifting. From the rise of generative AI to the technical demands of multi-platform delivery, the modern composer is balancing world-class creativity with an increasingly complex industrial landscape.

We ask leading composers to share their insights on the evolving craft of scoring, exploring how the relationship between composer, director, and producer is being redefined, and how the "sonic signature" of a project is protected in an era of rapid technological change.

Chairperson
Ben Baldwin
Ben Baldwin, Founder - Chuffed Productions
Speakers
Anne Chmelewsky
Anne Chmelewsky, Composer
Matthew 'Mash' Cracknell
Matthew 'Mash' Cracknell, Composer