Joe Sanders

Composer for Film/TV/Games

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31 Reviews (24 Verified)
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I've composed music for award-winning films, network television shows, and AAA video games. My entire music career has been rooted in collaboration, building community, and the love of creating something new every day.

Collaborating with other artists is what I live for! Whether you're looking for original score, complete tracks, additional production, arrangements, orchestrations, or harmonies, I've got you covered. I truly believe that music is for everyone and that some of our best work comes from knocking our heads together.

Drop me a message and let's craft the sound of your world together!

Website with examples of recent work: https://joesandersmusic.com/

IMDB Credits: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5298457/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.

31 Reviews - 5 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Deltiimo
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    Joe created a wonderful, magical, piece of cinematic music that fits so perfectly with my animation and film project. Simply outstanding.

  2. Review by Nan L.
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    Joe is an excellent composer . He understands the song and fills in the groove perfectly. He is super easy to work with and would go an extra mile to get what you need!

  3. Review by Deltiimo
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    Joe composed a magical and epic music trailer for my animation. Superb.

  4. Review by Nan L.
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    Once again Joe nailed it! He is patient and conscientous and communication with him is easy and timely, even over Christmas and New Year. I cannot wait to work on another project together!

  5. Review by Nan L.
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    Joe nailed it every time! Technique and creativity are both incredible! Can't wait for the next project!

  6. Review by Rorie B.
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    Another brilliant collaboration please hire this man as he iis a great composer and works hard to make sure everything is 100% perfect

  7. Review by Deltiimo
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    Just wow! Joe's amazing musical composition for my animation gave me goose bumps.

  8. Review by Tim J.
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    Amazing work

  9. Review by Nan L.
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    What a great composer! Joe brought my music into another level!

  10. Review by Tim J.
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    Great work

  11. Review by Deltiimo
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    Joe created an incredible music composition for my project with clear communication during the whole process. Joe is a very talented musician and his understanding of the sound elements needed for my project is elite.

  12. Review by Greg m.
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    Joe Sanders MD, is a doctor who specializes in dysfunctional creations of music. He uses various techniques to restore the body of music to a fully thriving force of art! Thank you, Dr Joe. We now have music that is beautiful and ready to go!!!🚀

  13. Review by Ken B.
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    Joe is an amazing composer and producer. He was easy and fun to work with. Super efficient, creative, and communicative. And he took the time to get to know me and understand my vision for the project.

    Recommended overall, esp if you need help on the composition side. His compositions are incredible.

    Will be using him again.

  14. Review by Rorie B.
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    Joe is beyond amazing. He really took the time to discuss all my ideas and get to know me to better provide the perfect track. I would not only work with him again but will be recommending him to others I know who would also require his services.

    The amount of emotion and depth when hearing his music is truely stunning. He is very talented and can play and use multiple instruments to achieve the perfect harmonious sound. Bravo cannot fault.

  15. Review by Nan Li
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    As great as always! Looking forward the next project!

  16. Review by Dan Konopka
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    Joe is great to work with! Kind, professional, and the tracks always turn out great,

  17. Review by Nathan Xia
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    As a Film Director, I can assure you that working with Joe Sanders is one of the greatest possible decisions you can make for your films. He is not only an incredibly talented musician who has a deep understanding of instruments and music theory but is also an artist, deeply in touch with the emotions and soul of every project he works on. His passion and love for the craft shines through as his music elevates the film, giving it the sonic subtext needed to make it the best that it could be.

  18. Review by Antoine B.
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    I was so lucky to have one of my filmmaking colleagues recommend Joe to me. I was struggling to find the right composer for the project and I'm happy to say that Joe was the PERFECT partner. He even helped to find outside vocalists for the project as well.

  19. Review by Antoine B.
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    Joe is extremely professional and went above and beyond on this one!

  20. Review by Dan Konopka
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    Working with Joe was great! He's high level professional, kind and communicative. The production was pristine and the songs were fantastic! I really can't wait to work with Joe again.

Interview with Joe Sanders

  1. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  2. A: Reference tracks can be a very helpful start to the collaborative process!

  3. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  4. A: Cinematic music, film scores, video game scores, and orchestral backing tracks.

  5. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  6. A: Both are great in the right applications. The digital audio production tools we have now are so refined to the point where you can basically make anything sound like anything. But classic analog equipment will always have a place in my studio because of the unique sonic palettes that physical gear offers.

  7. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  8. A: Storytelling though music has always been what I love most about this job.

  9. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  10. A: How would you like the audience to feel when experiencing this music?

  11. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  12. A: At some point while playing in student orchestras as a kid I got bit by the composing bug and I haven't looked back since. A couple years into getting my composing degree at the Bob Cole Conservatory at California State University, Long Beach I started interning for Mark Phillips, a veteran composer for TV shows. Seeing him work and interact with clients gave me true insight into how people succeed in the music industry. From there on I hit the pavement and said yes to a lot of opportunities in additional music writing, orchestrating, and contracting studio recording sessions, which in turn led to more leadership roles like composing and music production. I still regularly work with new clients and always prioritize building community in the arts.

  13. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  14. A: Get honest, direct feedback from your peers. Having the courage to do that can really open some doors.

  15. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  16. A: That I take every piece of music I work on extremely seriously.

  17. Q: How would you describe your style?

  18. A: Passionate, heavily melodic, and eclectic. I have musical influences all over the map.

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Break Of Day

I was the Producer, Composer, Arranger, and Mixer in this production

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Three revisions are included with my rates with additional revisions carrying a small cost.

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