“Sound of Now” featured in a film soundtrack

Thrilled to announce that “Sound of Now,” a track on which I played/arranged piano for the fabulous Ayumi Perry, is now available on iTunes as part of the soundtrack for the film God Where Are You?

…it’s track 2…

Screen Shot 2014-07-13 at 6.23.06 PMCongrats to Ayumi Perry and David Raine on the soundtrack feature! Was a pleasure playing and recording with you both at the Boom Room. Stay tuned for updates on Ayumi’s upcoming album…

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All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

 

Finalist in the Penn Student Film Festival!!

In this year’s UPenn Student Film Festival, my film “Running on Rivalry” has made it into the final round!

“Showcasing the work of Penn’s student filmmakers from across the schools, the Penn Student Film Festival gives artists and audiences alike an opportunity to share and enjoy the creative output of fresh cinematic voices. Co-sponsored by and hosted in the College Houses, this four-night festival welcomes short film submissions from any student at Penn and invites the whole Penn community to watch and appreciate their work.”

Come watch Running on Rivalry along with 8 other films , (the remaining 3 finalist films are TBA tomorrow night) as we compete in the final round on Friday night April 4th in Harrison College House’s Heyer Sky Lounge! The top three finalists are picked by a panel of judges but 4th place prize goes to the Audience Favorite so please come and bring friends! 🙂

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…and don’t miss the third night of qualifying rounds in the festival, tomorrow night, Thursday April 3, 8:00 pm @Ware College House in McClelland Hall in the Quad.

…Read more about the festival here

Running on Rivalry

***Special thanks to Alex, Ivan, Lucy, and Luke, without whom this film would never have been made.***

You can listen to the original music I wrote for the film here –>

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Overture to an Adventure” digital download is now available on Amazon MP3, CDBaby, eMusic, iTunes, & Rdio.
Want a physical copy? Order Overture to an Adventure – EP  and Ophelia’s SongEP.

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If you buy my songs as digital downloads through ReverbNation, half of the proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

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All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

New Video: Nostalgia

Hope you enjoy this new video clip –

more music scored-to-picture examples to come in the weeks ahead…

“Nostalgia” is the newest addition to my videos collection.

* the footage … stock courtesy of Videvo *

* the music… original piece for synths & piano *

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Start off the new year by giving the gift of music to schools and community organizations – across the United States – that need your help! 
When you purchase any of my music at REVERB NATION, 50% of proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

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About Fender Music Foundation

The Fender Music Foundation believes that music participation is an essential element in the fabric of an enduring society. The public charity provides musical instruments to schools and community organizations nationally. Founded in 2005, this nonprofit has reached over 187,000 people through its grants. With the support of manufacturers, retailers and the public, the organization is aiming to donate 15,000 instruments to music programs in need — this year alone. Learn More.
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…Check out more of my music

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…Check out my EP CDs Ophelia’s Song and Overture to an Adventure

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Overture to an Adventure Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

New Video: City Circle

Hope you enjoy this new video clip –

more music scored-to-picture examples to come in the weeks ahead…

 

“City Circle” is the newest addition to my videos collection.

* the footage … stock courtesy of Motion Elements *

* the music… original piece for synthesizers *

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Start off the new year by giving the gift of music to schools and community organizations – across the United States – that need your help! 
When you purchase any of my music at REVERB NATION, 50% of proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

About Fender Music Foundation

The Fender Music Foundation believes that music participation is an essential element in the fabric of an enduring society. The public charity provides musical instruments to schools and community organizations nationally. Founded in 2005, this nonprofit has reached over 187,000 people through its grants. With the support of manufacturers, retailers and the public, the organization is aiming to donate 15,000 instruments to music programs in need — this year alone. Learn More.
Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

…Check out more of my music

…Check out the most recent additions to my Discography

…Check out my EP CDs Ophelia’s Song and Overture to an Adventure

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Overture to an Adventure Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

Overture to an Adventure on Amazon MP3

MP3 Digital download of the album is now available on Amazon MP3!

(and CDBaby, eMusic, iTunes, Rdio)

Please check it out and leave an album review!

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW ARRIVALS

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW CINEMATIC

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Want a physical copy? ~ Order here.

TRACK LISTING
1. The Final March
2. Days and Days
3. Goodbye
4. Decision
5. Overture to an Adventure
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Special Thanks To

Berenice Leung (cello), David Rosenfeld (oboe), Eugene Chieffo (clarinet),
Geoffrey Baker (viola/violin), Gin Ah Lim (violin), Lawrence Major (violin),
Matthew Roberts (double bass), Sirmina Dremsizova (flute),
Sudarshan Muralidhar (flute), and Yoomi Kwon (cello) … the orchestra
Hannah Van Sciver … photography
William Murdoch … graphic design
Studio Crash … recording / mixing / mastering
DiscMakers & CDBaby … CD production / distribution
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Please stay tuned for announcements regarding:

  • CD Release on Spotify and more!
  • Digital Downloads on more sites!
  • Internet Radio and Streaming!

♫ please spread the word ♫

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Looking to finish up holiday shopping?
Order Overture to an Adventure – EP & Ophelia’s SongEP.

CD Order Holidays

~

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

If you buy my songs as digital downloads through ReverbNation, half of the proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

Check out more of my music

Check out the most recent additions to my Discography

Check out Ophelia’s Song – EP

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Overture to an Adventure Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

Overture to an Adventure on Rdio

MP3 Digital download of the album is now available on Rdio!

(and CDBaby, eMusic, iTunes, )

Please check it out and leave an album review!

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW ARRIVALS

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW CINEMATIC

cdbabyeMusiciTunes

Want a physical copy? ~ Order here.

TRACK LISTING
1. The Final March
2. Days and Days
3. Goodbye
4. Decision
5. Overture to an Adventure
~

Special Thanks To

Berenice Leung (cello), David Rosenfeld (oboe), Eugene Chieffo (clarinet),
Geoffrey Baker (viola/violin), Gin Ah Lim (violin), Lawrence Major (violin),
Matthew Roberts (double bass), Sirmina Dremsizova (flute),
Sudarshan Muralidhar (flute), and Yoomi Kwon (cello) … the orchestra
Hannah Van Sciver … photography
William Murdoch … graphic design
Studio Crash … recording / mixing / mastering
DiscMakers & CDBaby … CD production / distribution
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Please stay tuned for announcements regarding:

  • CD Release on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and more
  • Digital Downloads on more sites
  • Internet Radio and Streaming

♫ please spread the word ♫

~

Looking to finish up holiday shopping?
Order Overture to an Adventure – EP & Ophelia’s SongEP.

CD Order Holidays

~

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

If you buy my songs as digital downloads through ReverbNation, half of the proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

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Check out more of my music

Check out the most recent additions to my Discography

Check out Ophelia’s Song – EP

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

Overture to an Adventure on eMusic

MP3 Digital download of the album is now available on eMusic!

(and iTunes and CDBaby…)

Please check it out and leave an album review!

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW ARRIVALS

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW CINEMATIC

cdbabyeMusiciTunes

Want a physical copy? ~ Order here.

TRACK LISTING
1. The Final March
2. Days and Days
3. Goodbye
4. Decision
5. Overture to an Adventure
~

Special Thanks To

Berenice Leung (cello), David Rosenfeld (oboe), Eugene Chieffo (clarinet),
Geoffrey Baker (viola/violin), Gin Ah Lim (violin), Lawrence Major (violin),
Matthew Roberts (double bass), Sirmina Dremsizova (flute),
Sudarshan Muralidhar (flute), and Yoomi Kwon (cello) … the orchestra
Hannah Van Sciver … photography
William Murdoch … graphic design
Studio Crash … recording / mixing / mastering
DiscMakers & CDBaby … CD production / distribution
film background

Please stay tuned for announcements regarding:

  • CD Release on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and more
  • Digital Downloads on more sites
  • Internet Radio and Streaming

♫ please spread the word ♫

~

Looking to finish up holiday shopping?
Order Overture to an Adventure – EP & Ophelia’s SongEP.

CD Order Holidays

~

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

If you buy my songs as digital downloads through ReverbNation, half of the proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

albumart

Check out more of my music

Check out the most recent additions to my Discography

Check out Ophelia’s Song – EP

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

Overture to an Adventure on iTunes

MP3 Digital download of the album is now available on iTunes!

(and CDBaby…)

Please check it out and leave an album review!

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW ARRIVALS

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW CINEMATIC

cdbabyiTunes

Want a physical copy? ~ Order here.

TRACK LISTING
1. The Final March
2. Days and Days
3. Goodbye
4. Decision
5. Overture to an Adventure
~

Special Thanks To

Berenice Leung (cello), David Rosenfeld (oboe), Eugene Chieffo (clarinet),
Geoffrey Baker (viola/violin), Gin Ah Lim (violin), Lawrence Major (violin),
Matthew Roberts (double bass), Sirmina Dremsizova (flute),
Sudarshan Muralidhar (flute), and Yoomi Kwon (cello) … the orchestra
Hannah Van Sciver … photography
William Murdoch … graphic design
Studio Crash … recording / mixing / mastering
DiscMakers & CDBaby … CD production / distribution
film background

Please stay tuned for announcements regarding:

  • CD Release on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and more
  • Digital Downloads on more sites
  • Internet Radio and Streaming

♫ please spread the word ♫

~

Looking to finish up holiday shopping?
Order Overture to an Adventure – EP & Ophelia’s SongEP.

CD Order Holidays

~

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

If you buy my songs as digital downloads through ReverbNation, half of the proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

albumart

Check out more of my music

Check out the most recent additions to my Discography

Check out Ophelia’s Song – EP

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

Overture to an Adventure on CDBaby

MP3 Digital download of the album is now available on CDBaby!

Please check it out and leave an album review!

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW ARRIVALS

Featured on CDBaby’s NEW CINEMATIC

cdbaby

Want a physical copy? ~ Order here.

TRACK LISTING
1. The Final March
2. Days and Days
3. Goodbye
4. Decision
5. Overture to an Adventure
~

Special Thanks To

Berenice Leung (cello), David Rosenfeld (oboe), Eugene Chieffo (clarinet),
Geoffrey Baker (viola/violin), Gin Ah Lim (violin), Lawrence Major (violin),
Matthew Roberts (double bass), Sirmina Dremsizova (flute),
Sudarshan Muralidhar (flute), and Yoomi Kwon (cello) … the orchestra
Hannah Van Sciver … photography
William Murdoch … graphic design
Studio Crash … recording / mixing / mastering
DiscMakers & CDBaby … CD production / distribution
film background

Please stay tuned for announcements regarding:

  • CD Release on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, and more
  • Digital Downloads on more sites
  • Internet Radio and Streaming

♫ please spread the word ♫

~

Looking to finish up holiday shopping?
Order Overture to an Adventure – EP & Ophelia’s SongEP.

CD Order Holidays

~

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

If you buy my songs as digital downloads through ReverbNation, half of the proceeds go directly to the Fender Music Foundation.

Sarah%20Van%20Sciver

albumart

Check out more of my music

Check out the most recent additions to my Discography

Check out Ophelia’s Song – EP

Ophelia’s Song Preview Video * Overture to an Adventure Preview Video * Ophelia’s Song Lyrics & Credits * Order CDs * Book a Gig * Download my Mobile App * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

Check out this New Action Sequence Piece â™¬â™Şâ™«â™Ş

Listen to “Cue for an Action Sequence”

featuring horns, strings, and percussion

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Check out more of my music

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Check out my new album

EP Preview Video * EP Lyrics & Credits * Order CDs * Book Sarah for A Gig * Additional Links

All Original Music and Recordings ©℗ SARAH VAN SCIVER.

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New Project: Foley Fiction – a Soundtrack without a Film

This was my final assignment for my Electronic Composition Class at Penn with Professor Primosch. Almost all featured sounds are made from manipulated sine waves, chirps, or (mostly) recordings of me singing or speaking or making noise into a microphone. I recorded a crowd of students throwing frisbees as well as some ambient city sounds in the middle of the night, but those samples were used sparsely and every sound in this project is ‘foley.’

Here is a narration to guide you through this film soundtrack [without a film]:

Incognito at his daytime desk job at the office, an assassin receives an assignment via telephone. He clears his desk, packs his bag, quickly grabs his keys, and walks casually to the elevator around the corner from his cubicle. He takes the elevator down four flights, then its doors open onto a train station. Crossing a platform, pop music plays on the radio. The assassin walks through the station unnoticed to his parked motorcycle. Across the platform, the assassin boards and starts his motorcycle. He rides the motorcycle through a windy set of tunnels, until… he reaches a large crowded roadside restaurant. He parks his motorcycle, strolls along the sidewalk until he reaches a table in the middle of the street-side seating where – he fires a single shot, eliminating his target.  In the wake of his crime’s commission, the assassin skulks away unseen.

I created this project using Audacity and Logic Pro 7.

Enjoy: HERE IT IS.

Love the key of G minor? …You’re in luck! Check out this new piece â™«

This is the newest installment of a collection of pieces I’ve set out to compose and complete throughout 2013.

  • Check out more of my music HEREthere are some new additions, including “The Infinite Boy” (written for the same UPenn student film as “The Infinite Loop;” both are now listed on my Music page under Compositions/film scoring genre)

Let me know what you think! Hope you enjoy this one 🙂