An unforgettable and transformative experience As a participant in the first cohort of the Momentum program, I can confidently say that it was a transformative experience that exceeded all my expectations. Momentum is an intensive program designed to elevate your skills in music composition. It includes weekly assignments with detailed feedback, classes with knowledgeable coaches, and monthly masterclasses with established composers. Before joining Momentum, I was struggling with imposter syndrome and a fear of not creating "perfect" music. This program gave me the accountability and actionable feedback I needed to overcome these barriers and improve my music quality. The numerous "aha" moments were invaluable, from technical insights to mindset shifts, and this helped me finish compositions confidently and focus on the process, not just the outcome. Momentum kickstarted my career as a composer. I landed my first paid gig and made connections that led to signing tracks with music libraries. The networking aspect is one the big benefits of the program. I still talk regularly to many of the friends I made there. And this industry it's all about connections! Through these people I met more people and even though it's a journey that I'm still going through, this is what made it possible for me. The mentors and guest composers brought diverse perspectives and expertise. Their feedback on my music was not just about technical aspects but also about understanding the industry and how to handle feedback effectively. For anyone at a similar point in their music career, I totally recommend Momentum. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, the intensity and networking opportunities are incredibly beneficial. The program is challenging but provides all the support you need to grow and succeed. I rate Momentum 5 stars for being one of the best educational experiences I've had. It significantly surpassed my expectations in every aspect. A special bonus: because we were the first cohort, Marc, the program's founder, organized an extraordinary recording session in LA, where I met him and most of my classmates in person. It was my first time composing for and conducting a live orchestra. This experience, generously funded by Marc, was unforgettable. While this specific event was not strictly part of the program, it speaks a lot about Marc's dedication and generosity.

Momentum Momentum is an exceptional program that I highly recommend. As a film composer with hands-on experience, I've participated in Momentum by teaching a series of Masterclasses. Additionally, in 2022 I had the privilege of overseeing some recording sessions at the Bridge Studios in Los Angeles. One aspect that stands out about Momentum is its effort to include students from various backgrounds across the globe, making Momentum a standout choice for those passionate about writing and producing music for media.

Very High Quality Composing Instruction Useful In the Real World I am a recent graduate of the Momentum program at CinematicComposing.com (I was in the session that ran from January 2023 - August 2023. In short, the program was outstanding. I was looking for instruction to help jumpstart my next career as a composer of music for movies, television, commercials, video games and other similar needs. The program provided ample instruction in all these areas that was actually usable in the real world. How can I say this? Well, a few days after the program ended, I landed my first gig as a composer of music for a movie made by an established producer that will likely be on cable tv in early 2024. Here is what made the program so great: (1) Quality Instructors - Every single instructor was a working composer or working industry professional (for example, we had a movie director teach us how to work with producers/directors more effectively) with real world credits with names we all recognize (e.g., Netflix, HBO, blockbuster movies). They taught us how to create music based on their success in the industry. I learned something useful from every one of the instructors. And yes, some of the instructors had scored blockbuster and major release movies from major studios. (2) Quality Instruction - Most weeks there was a composing assignment tied to the instruction we received during the week. We would have a deadline for turning in a composition. In the subsequent class the instructor would play every single students' submission and provide detailed feedback (even down to the level of exactly how to eq a specific track to improve the mix). We would then have to revise our composition based on the instructor's feedback and resubmit it for another round of feedback in front of the class. This was incredibly helpful in learning how to finish music that was competitive in the real world and it enabled each student to have a demo reel completed by the end of the semester. (3) Networking/Connections - We had a number of high profile composers guest teach and they followed the same format of providing two rounds of detailed feedback on every student's submission. It is rare that you can get detailed feedback and ask questions of composers who scored blockbuster movies, but this happened multiple times with different composers during the semester. And the fact that they actually cared about our music and wanted to help created an environment where real learning could take place. I have subsequently met in Los Angeles with one of these guest composers and developed a relationship that continues to provide me with information helpful to the development of my career. The network I have gained through the other students in the class is also invaluable as many of them are helping other classmates land projects. In fact, many of the students came into the program with significant experience in the music/film industries and without exception shared their knowledge with classmates both during and after the semester. This continues to this day. (4) Opportunities - We were provided with a number of opportunities to submit our work for actual paying projects and as previously mentioned, I landed a gig as one of the composers on a movie just days after the Momentum program ended. I also continue to learn of opportunities that I would not have visibility to were it not for CinematicComposing.com's Momentum program. In summary, I found this to be a very high quality program, that provided practical, useful, real-world composing instruction, taught by outstanding instructors who genuinely wanted to help. The program has provided access to useful professional networks and directly led to a number of professional opportunities. I give this program my highest recommendation to anyone who is looking to accelerate their learning of composing. And again, I am a graduate of the program. I paid the regular price for the program and am not being compensated in any way for this review.

Inspiration. I joined the very first momentum group. It was during a creative lull. The teachers and other students proved to be the inspiration I needed to get back on track. I also learned several skills to make the writing process more streamlined, and the final product better sounding. I would highly recommend momentum to anyone who wants to be a film composer.

Momentum is one of the best decisions I… Momentum is one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. If you want to become a professional from an amateur composer in less time, this is the best platform. Well rounded course that is no less to any conservatory studies. They cover all the areas a composer should be aware of about the industry. More than anything Momentum builds your confidence and make you ready for the industry.