David Federman
@federmusik.bsky.social
Toronto-born composer for film, TV, and video games • Conductor • Musicologist • MM, Berklee College of Music • federmusik.com
On today's #FedermusikFriday, we take you on a pilgrimage to the City of Ash! This is the main theme for a @theonyxpath.bsky.social #MonarchiesofMau game, our setting inspired by medieval Andalusia, featuring me on vielle & viola da gamba!
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Art: @d20monkey.bsky.social
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Art: @d20monkey.bsky.social
Journey to the City of Ash - Main Theme
2025
An Andalusian-themed adventure track used as the main theme to a tabletop roleplaying game, scored for oud, qanun, two sazes, two neys, zurna, chitarrino, Renaissance lute, percussion, strings,
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July 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM
On today's #FedermusikFriday, we take you on a pilgrimage to the City of Ash! This is the main theme for a @theonyxpath.bsky.social #MonarchiesofMau game, our setting inspired by medieval Andalusia, featuring me on vielle & viola da gamba!
soundcloud.com/federmusik/j...
Art: @d20monkey.bsky.social
soundcloud.com/federmusik/j...
Art: @d20monkey.bsky.social
NOW STREAMING!
Thrilled to announce that HARU'S NEW YEAR/『はるの新年』(2018, dir. Alice Il Shin) is now available for viewing online through SAMANSA, a global short film streaming service based in Japan!
Click below to check out this touching film that has warmed the hearts of viewers around the world.
Thrilled to announce that HARU'S NEW YEAR/『はるの新年』(2018, dir. Alice Il Shin) is now available for viewing online through SAMANSA, a global short film streaming service based in Japan!
Click below to check out this touching film that has warmed the hearts of viewers around the world.
はるの新年
カナダに転校してきた少女・ハル。慣れない環境と言葉の壁に戸惑う中、出会ったのは「クラスの変わり者」と呼ばれる少女・フランシスだった。ぎこちない言葉を交わしながら、少しずつ近づくふたり。新しい世界で踏み出す、やさしく温かな一歩を描く物語。
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May 2, 2025 at 5:01 PM
NOW STREAMING!
Thrilled to announce that HARU'S NEW YEAR/『はるの新年』(2018, dir. Alice Il Shin) is now available for viewing online through SAMANSA, a global short film streaming service based in Japan!
Click below to check out this touching film that has warmed the hearts of viewers around the world.
Thrilled to announce that HARU'S NEW YEAR/『はるの新年』(2018, dir. Alice Il Shin) is now available for viewing online through SAMANSA, a global short film streaming service based in Japan!
Click below to check out this touching film that has warmed the hearts of viewers around the world.
Made it around the sun once again! 40 ended up being a great year, and I'm looking forward to making the coming year even better!
#ThisIs41
#ThisIs41
April 25, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Made it around the sun once again! 40 ended up being a great year, and I'm looking forward to making the coming year even better!
#ThisIs41
#ThisIs41
NEW BLOG POST!
#FlashbackFriday to my week in Seoul for the premiere of 추도/IN MEMORIAM at #NeverForgotten2024. Read about what I got up to, how we staged a concert against the backdrop of war and peace, and stick around for the video of the performance!
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#composer
#FlashbackFriday to my week in Seoul for the premiere of 추도/IN MEMORIAM at #NeverForgotten2024. Read about what I got up to, how we staged a concert against the backdrop of war and peace, and stick around for the video of the performance!
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#composer
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March 28, 2025 at 6:03 PM
NEW BLOG POST!
#FlashbackFriday to my week in Seoul for the premiere of 추도/IN MEMORIAM at #NeverForgotten2024. Read about what I got up to, how we staged a concert against the backdrop of war and peace, and stick around for the video of the performance!
federmusik.com/never-forgot...
#composer
#FlashbackFriday to my week in Seoul for the premiere of 추도/IN MEMORIAM at #NeverForgotten2024. Read about what I got up to, how we staged a concert against the backdrop of war and peace, and stick around for the video of the performance!
federmusik.com/never-forgot...
#composer
The video of 추도/IN MEMORIAM from its world premiere at Never Forgotten 2024: War & Peace on 12.12.24 in Seoul was just released last night!
Ensemble: Grand Philharmonic Orchestra, cond. Hoon Suh
Video Edit: Michael Choi
Mix & Master: Seungwon Nam, Starry Sound
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xx_h...
Ensemble: Grand Philharmonic Orchestra, cond. Hoon Suh
Video Edit: Michael Choi
Mix & Master: Seungwon Nam, Starry Sound
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xx_h...
[GPO] 데이비드 페더맨(David Federman)_추도(In Memoriam)_Never Forgotten2024
YouTube video by 서울그랜드필하모닉오케스트라
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February 5, 2025 at 6:55 PM
The video of 추도/IN MEMORIAM from its world premiere at Never Forgotten 2024: War & Peace on 12.12.24 in Seoul was just released last night!
Ensemble: Grand Philharmonic Orchestra, cond. Hoon Suh
Video Edit: Michael Choi
Mix & Master: Seungwon Nam, Starry Sound
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xx_h...
Ensemble: Grand Philharmonic Orchestra, cond. Hoon Suh
Video Edit: Michael Choi
Mix & Master: Seungwon Nam, Starry Sound
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xx_h...
NEW RELEASE!
Last month, my latest composition, 추도/IN MEMORIAM, premiered at the Never Forgotten 2024: War & Peace concert by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra in Seoul. Read more about my compositional process Inside the Federmusik! #composer
Last month, my latest composition, 추도/IN MEMORIAM, premiered at the Never Forgotten 2024: War & Peace concert by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra in Seoul. Read more about my compositional process Inside the Federmusik! #composer
Inside the Federmusik: In Memoriam
The view from the podium -- in Seoul! Despite the title of this entry, and contrary to the lack of activity on this blog (hello, last post being the better part of two years ago), I am indeed still alive. Over the past two years, I have been happily pursuing many and varied musical activities -- scoring for films and other media, writing arrangements for concerts and events, orchestrating and doing sheet music preparation for various projects (including the video game Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora), conducting recording sessions, furthering my study of three sizes of viola da gamba (both at home and internationally!) -- and have overall been trying to build back my practice as a musical multi-hyphenate in a way that is healthy and sustainable (almost in defiance of industry norms!
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January 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
NEW RELEASE!
Last month, my latest composition, 추도/IN MEMORIAM, premiered at the Never Forgotten 2024: War & Peace concert by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra in Seoul. Read more about my compositional process Inside the Federmusik! #composer
Last month, my latest composition, 추도/IN MEMORIAM, premiered at the Never Forgotten 2024: War & Peace concert by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra in Seoul. Read more about my compositional process Inside the Federmusik! #composer
The final #FedermusikFriday End Credits Special of the year comes from the podcast WE TALK ABOUT FILM (prod. JAS Media), by Justine McCloskey & Sarah Beaudin, a quirky, energetic cue scored for a veritable pile of mandolins, lutes, and dulcimers.
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See you in 2025!
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See you in 2025!
We Talk About Film - End Credits
2024
The ending credits cue for the podcast series,
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December 27, 2024 at 5:44 PM
The final #FedermusikFriday End Credits Special of the year comes from the podcast WE TALK ABOUT FILM (prod. JAS Media), by Justine McCloskey & Sarah Beaudin, a quirky, energetic cue scored for a veritable pile of mandolins, lutes, and dulcimers.
soundcloud.com/federmusik/w...
See you in 2025!
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See you in 2025!
If you're reading this, we made it to the end of the year, and with it comes the return of my annual #FedermusikFriday End Credits Special series!
This week's entry is from THE SWEETEST GOODBYE (dir. @emilyschooley.bsky.social), scored for guitar and synths.
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This week's entry is from THE SWEETEST GOODBYE (dir. @emilyschooley.bsky.social), scored for guitar and synths.
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The Sweetest Goodbye - End Credits
2023
The end credits track from the heartfelt dramatic film,
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December 20, 2024 at 5:41 PM
If you're reading this, we made it to the end of the year, and with it comes the return of my annual #FedermusikFriday End Credits Special series!
This week's entry is from THE SWEETEST GOODBYE (dir. @emilyschooley.bsky.social), scored for guitar and synths.
soundcloud.com/federmusik/t...
This week's entry is from THE SWEETEST GOODBYE (dir. @emilyschooley.bsky.social), scored for guitar and synths.
soundcloud.com/federmusik/t...
...and just like that, still buzzing from last night's performance, and as much as I wish I could stay longer, it's time for me to head home.
I am ever grateful for the opportunity to have had a new piece premiered by the brilliant musicians of the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra.
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I am ever grateful for the opportunity to have had a new piece premiered by the brilliant musicians of the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra.
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December 13, 2024 at 10:23 AM
...and just like that, still buzzing from last night's performance, and as much as I wish I could stay longer, it's time for me to head home.
I am ever grateful for the opportunity to have had a new piece premiered by the brilliant musicians of the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra.
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I am ever grateful for the opportunity to have had a new piece premiered by the brilliant musicians of the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra.
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I'm on my way to Seoul for the world premiere of my latest composition, "추도/In Memoriam," commissioned by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra for performance at the Never Forgotten 2024: War and Peace concert, and to be a guest speaker at the Hollywood in Korea 2024 Winter Composer Forum!
December 7, 2024 at 5:13 PM
I'm on my way to Seoul for the world premiere of my latest composition, "추도/In Memoriam," commissioned by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra for performance at the Never Forgotten 2024: War and Peace concert, and to be a guest speaker at the Hollywood in Korea 2024 Winter Composer Forum!
Excited to be returning to Korea next month for the world premiere of my latest composition, "In Memoriam," commissioned by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra for performance in Seoul at this year's #NeverForgotten #WarAndPeaceConcert.
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November 18, 2024 at 7:16 PM
Excited to be returning to Korea next month for the world premiere of my latest composition, "In Memoriam," commissioned by the Grand Philharmonic Orchestra for performance in Seoul at this year's #NeverForgotten #WarAndPeaceConcert.
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Nice to see more of my friends from other corners of the social mediaverse joining this platform! Welcome on in!
November 15, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Nice to see more of my friends from other corners of the social mediaverse joining this platform! Welcome on in!
WTAF? There's a brand-new podcast out, with a little music by me!
#WeTalkAboutFilm features filmmaking multi-hyphenates Justine McCloskey & Sarah Beaudin talking, venting, problem-solving, and more through a series of conversations with a slate of industry professionals!
Check it out: jasmedia.ca
#WeTalkAboutFilm features filmmaking multi-hyphenates Justine McCloskey & Sarah Beaudin talking, venting, problem-solving, and more through a series of conversations with a slate of industry professionals!
Check it out: jasmedia.ca
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September 2, 2024 at 8:38 PM
WTAF? There's a brand-new podcast out, with a little music by me!
#WeTalkAboutFilm features filmmaking multi-hyphenates Justine McCloskey & Sarah Beaudin talking, venting, problem-solving, and more through a series of conversations with a slate of industry professionals!
Check it out: jasmedia.ca
#WeTalkAboutFilm features filmmaking multi-hyphenates Justine McCloskey & Sarah Beaudin talking, venting, problem-solving, and more through a series of conversations with a slate of industry professionals!
Check it out: jasmedia.ca
This is it. My special birthday trip to Korea and Japan is now coming to an end. It is difficult to properly express all of my thoughts at the moment, but I will say that I am thankful for all of the experiences I have had over the past nearly-6 weeks.
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June 18, 2024 at 9:24 AM
This is it. My special birthday trip to Korea and Japan is now coming to an end. It is difficult to properly express all of my thoughts at the moment, but I will say that I am thankful for all of the experiences I have had over the past nearly-6 weeks.
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I had been missing Japan since the day I left nearly 16 years ago. The 2 weeks have been fulfilling beyond measure, and yet, for as much as I was able to see and experience, there remains much still on my list that I will have to save for another time... hopefully sooner than 16 years from now.
June 6, 2024 at 8:02 AM
I had been missing Japan since the day I left nearly 16 years ago. The 2 weeks have been fulfilling beyond measure, and yet, for as much as I was able to see and experience, there remains much still on my list that I will have to save for another time... hopefully sooner than 16 years from now.
The first portion of this trip has been enjoyable and meaningful, from the majesty of Seoul to the history of Gyeongju to the bustle of Busan.
Now, the adventure continues as I travel from the Land of the Morning Calm to the Land of the Rising Sun!
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Now, the adventure continues as I travel from the Land of the Morning Calm to the Land of the Rising Sun!
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May 23, 2024 at 6:25 AM
The first portion of this trip has been enjoyable and meaningful, from the majesty of Seoul to the history of Gyeongju to the bustle of Busan.
Now, the adventure continues as I travel from the Land of the Morning Calm to the Land of the Rising Sun!
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Now, the adventure continues as I travel from the Land of the Morning Calm to the Land of the Rising Sun!
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2 weeks into my 40s and taking stock of my life's journey, my goal at the moment is to concentrate on the things that bring me happiness and fulfillment -- bonus points if they are also things that my younger self would think are cool.
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May 9, 2024 at 7:25 PM
2 weeks into my 40s and taking stock of my life's journey, my goal at the moment is to concentrate on the things that bring me happiness and fulfillment -- bonus points if they are also things that my younger self would think are cool.
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Survived another trip around the sun! As I begin a new decade and leave my 30s behind, my birthday wish is to rekindle the spark and recapture the promise, hope, and ambition that I was filled with 10 years ago.
Onward to more adventures!
#ThisIs40
#40IsTheNew30
Onward to more adventures!
#ThisIs40
#40IsTheNew30
April 25, 2024 at 8:11 PM
Survived another trip around the sun! As I begin a new decade and leave my 30s behind, my birthday wish is to rekindle the spark and recapture the promise, hope, and ambition that I was filled with 10 years ago.
Onward to more adventures!
#ThisIs40
#40IsTheNew30
Onward to more adventures!
#ThisIs40
#40IsTheNew30
OTD 25 years ago (Apr. 10, 1999), I had my first concert premiere! The Hamilton Suzuki School of Music Camerata String Orchestra (cond. Steeve Chwojko) performed my Fugue in G as one of the winning pieces in their inaugural Young Composers Competition.
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April 11, 2024 at 12:35 AM
OTD 25 years ago (Apr. 10, 1999), I had my first concert premiere! The Hamilton Suzuki School of Music Camerata String Orchestra (cond. Steeve Chwojko) performed my Fugue in G as one of the winning pieces in their inaugural Young Composers Competition.
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Reposted by David Federman
Some lovely press for The Sweetest Goodbye, ahead of our premiere tomorrow!
Short film featuring Niagara actor tackles medically assisted death debate through storytelling
Niagara native's film, “The Sweetest Goodbye,
www.stcatharinesstandard.ca
March 23, 2024 at 9:57 PM
Some lovely press for The Sweetest Goodbye, ahead of our premiere tomorrow!
Looking forward to the world premiere of THE SWEETEST GOODBYE (dir. @emilyschooley.bsky.social) tomorrow (3/24) at the Valkyrie International Film Festival in Buffalo!
More information: www.valkyriefilmfest.com
More information: www.valkyriefilmfest.com
Excited to share that The Sweetest Goodbye is nominated for BEST DRAMA at the Valkyrie International Film Festival, where we premiere later this month.
March 23, 2024 at 4:27 PM
Looking forward to the world premiere of THE SWEETEST GOODBYE (dir. @emilyschooley.bsky.social) tomorrow (3/24) at the Valkyrie International Film Festival in Buffalo!
More information: www.valkyriefilmfest.com
More information: www.valkyriefilmfest.com
Reposted by David Federman
Thrilled to share that we will be screening Sunday March 24 in the 4:45 PM shorts block #11 at Valkyrie International Film Festival.
www.valkyriefilmfest.com/2024-schedule
www.valkyriefilmfest.com/2024-schedule
February 27, 2024 at 7:07 PM
Thrilled to share that we will be screening Sunday March 24 in the 4:45 PM shorts block #11 at Valkyrie International Film Festival.
www.valkyriefilmfest.com/2024-schedule
www.valkyriefilmfest.com/2024-schedule
'Tis the season... for PIRATES! Pirates be always in season, matey! For today's #FedermusikFriday, we have an adventurey tune for sailing the high seas withal -- featuring yours truly on viola da gamba!
Rec'd by Simon Miminis
Artwork by @aphoticmoth.bsky.social
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Rec'd by Simon Miminis
Artwork by @aphoticmoth.bsky.social
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The Hunt For Don Sancho's Treasure - Main Theme
2023
A pirate-themed adventure track used as the main theme to a tabletop roleplaying game, scored for orchestral strings, horns, low brass, percussion, and electric bass, featuring a pirate band of
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December 22, 2023 at 7:36 PM
'Tis the season... for PIRATES! Pirates be always in season, matey! For today's #FedermusikFriday, we have an adventurey tune for sailing the high seas withal -- featuring yours truly on viola da gamba!
Rec'd by Simon Miminis
Artwork by @aphoticmoth.bsky.social
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Rec'd by Simon Miminis
Artwork by @aphoticmoth.bsky.social
soundcloud.com/federmusik/t...
Happy Halloween! Need a cinematic bite-size treat tonight?
• CRUZAR EL UMBRAL (dir. Sergio Hernández Elvira): vimeo.com/174563659 (Spanish, English CC)
• TAKING POSSESSION (dir. Peter Campbell): www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWjS...
• DOUBLE EDGED (dir. Cliona Concetta): www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExQT...
• CRUZAR EL UMBRAL (dir. Sergio Hernández Elvira): vimeo.com/174563659 (Spanish, English CC)
• TAKING POSSESSION (dir. Peter Campbell): www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWjS...
• DOUBLE EDGED (dir. Cliona Concetta): www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExQT...
October 31, 2023 at 11:27 PM
Happy Halloween! Need a cinematic bite-size treat tonight?
• CRUZAR EL UMBRAL (dir. Sergio Hernández Elvira): vimeo.com/174563659 (Spanish, English CC)
• TAKING POSSESSION (dir. Peter Campbell): www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWjS...
• DOUBLE EDGED (dir. Cliona Concetta): www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExQT...
• CRUZAR EL UMBRAL (dir. Sergio Hernández Elvira): vimeo.com/174563659 (Spanish, English CC)
• TAKING POSSESSION (dir. Peter Campbell): www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWjS...
• DOUBLE EDGED (dir. Cliona Concetta): www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExQT...
#OTD 10 years ago, I set off for my adventure in Spain.
#OTD 9 years ago, I set off for my adventure in Los Angeles.
The past 5 years have been full of plot twists, but let's keep the adventures going!
#OTD 9 years ago, I set off for my adventure in Los Angeles.
The past 5 years have been full of plot twists, but let's keep the adventures going!
August 26, 2023 at 5:20 PM
#OTD 10 years ago, I set off for my adventure in Spain.
#OTD 9 years ago, I set off for my adventure in Los Angeles.
The past 5 years have been full of plot twists, but let's keep the adventures going!
#OTD 9 years ago, I set off for my adventure in Los Angeles.
The past 5 years have been full of plot twists, but let's keep the adventures going!