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Award-Winning Composer | Guitar & Pedal Steel Specialist | Cinematic, Jazz & Roots Production

Gary Watling – Composer | Producer | Guitar & Pedal Steel

I’m an award-winning composer, producer, and musical director working across film, theatre, and contemporary music.

My work sits at the intersection of cinematic scoring, jazz harmony, and roots-based textures, with a strong focus on storytelling and emotional impact. I’ve led and contributed to major productions with companies including ILBIJERRI Theatre Company and Australian Dance Theatre, and received a Green Room Award for composition and sound design.

As a guitarist and pedal steel player, I’ve worked extensively as a session musician, bringing a distinctive sound that blends subtlety, texture, and musical depth. My playing has featured in theatre productions, recordings, and national broadcasts including ABC.

Services
• Custom composition (film, TV, theatre, visual media)
• Session guitar & pedal steel (remote recording)
• Full music production & arrangement
• Sound design and score development

What sets me apart

I focus on serving the story and the artist, not just the brief. Whether it’s a sparse, intimate cue or a fully produced track, I aim to create music that feels authentic, detailed, and emotionally resonant.

Professional, collaborative, and detail-driven — I work closely with clients to deliver high-quality results that elevate their project.

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