After completing Trailer Music Trailblazers, you will ...
Create Compelling Trailer Music
Master the art of trailer music composition and confidently craft tracks that engage audiences and capture the attention of industry professionals. You'll have the skills and knowledge to produce high-quality, impactful music that elevates any trailer.
Navigate the Trailer Music Industry
Gain a thorough understanding of the trailer music and license music industry, including the business aspects such as royalties, sync fees, and performance rights organizations. You'll be equipped to navigate the industry landscape with confidence.
Enhanced Productivity
After completing this course, your productivity will soar as you gain effective techniques and strategies. You'll be able to work on multiple tracks simultaneously, streamlining your workflow and making creating an entire album.
"This course rocks"
Nick Phoenix
Two Steps from Hell
Module 1: Trailer Music Essentials
In this module, you will learn the essentials of trailer music, covering everything from preparing to compose your first track to the final mastering.
Module 2: Two Steps from Hell Production Insights
In this module, we'll analyze three tracks from the Two Steps from Hell album "Chaos Theory," examining each from the first note to the final mastering.
Module 3: Course-Exclusive Compositions
Gain exclusive access to three trailer music tracks created specifically for this course. We'll discuss each note and the composition process in detail. Plus, you'll receive the stereo master, MIDI files, and the Cubase arrangement.
Module 4: Customs & Covers
Gain exclusive access to three trailer music tracks created specifically for this course. We'll discuss each note and the composition process in detail. Plus, you'll receive the stereo master, MIDI files, and the Cubase arrangement.
Module 5: Trailer & License Music Business
This module delves into the business side of trailer music, covering key topics such as publishing methods, sync licenses, royalties, and deals. Learn about working with PROs, building industry connections, and essential do's and don'ts. We'll also touch on the importance of mental health in the industry.
Module 6: Feedback Sessions
This next module features feedback sessions on the tracks submitted by participants. We'll provide detailed critiques and constructive advice to help improve your compositions, drawing on examples from your submissions to highlight key points and techniques for refinement.
Discover Kevin Kuschel's insightful review of the Trailer Music Course
Additional Bonus Features for You
Bonus Products
Get access to selected products from my Musical Inspiration Store that will help you along your epic journey.
Exclusive Discounts
Exclusive Deals from Software Developers such as Sonuscore, Best Service, and others
Discord Community
Become a member of our exclusive Trailer Music Trailblazers Community on Discord
Jeff Rona's testimonial on
Trailer Music Trailblazers
"I’ve known Alex a long time, and he is truly one of the best trailer writers in the business. I can’t believe how well he’s put this course together to lay out EXACTLY how great trailers are conceived, written, and produced. This course is a no-brainer for anyone interested in scoring trailers and promos."
Jeff Rona
Award-winning composer for film, TV, and video games
What our students have to say
"Having heard great tracks from Alex Pfeffer and by enjoying the high quality content of his YouTube channel, I knew his Trailer Music Course would be an excellent learning experience. The course is packed with practical information on the process of composing trailer music and comprehensive walkthroughs of five tracks, providing a detailed look into his musical workflow, followed by the reasons behind his choices. It also features a valuable section of business advice for this industry."
Carlos Dohrn
"I had the pleasure of taking the trailer music course and it was truly a game-changer for me. The course provided me with invaluable insights that helped me to improve my trailer tracks significantly. As a result, I am proud to say that my music has been featured in major campaigns for World of Warcraft, Overwatch 2, Hearthstone, BMW, and many more. I am extremely grateful for the course and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their trailer music production skills. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise and please continue to do so!"
Arjan Terpestra
"Alex is a wealth of information and "Trailer Music Essentials" is an absolute treasure trove! From structure through harmony and basic theory, arrangement techniques, melody, and original sound design, all the way to the mix, master, and final delivery - it's all here. And the course is just getting started! After you've learned all this, you embark on a massive deep-analysis journey through 3 major-label trailer tracks plus 2 more exclusive tracks written specifically for the course. With the very last section dedicated to the business side of making trailer music, there is really no stone left unturned."
"I've taken quite a few trailer courses and I'm not new to the trailer music business, I've writtena few cues for a publisher and although I haven't landed a proper trailer yet (besides a TV promo), I came very close to landing the theatrical trailer to Toy Story 4 and How to Train Your Dragon, however at the last minute, both were swapped out. Then I knew, there must be something that is just not quite right that I'm doing, so I enrolled in Alex's course, mainly for his insane production skills, but I have learned compositional/arrangement techniques that the other courses failed to give me. Alex's method is concise and to the point, with each video providing a ton of valuable information. I know my future tracks will now be where they need to be to land the deal! Highly recommend."
Gavin Potter
"Having already taken a number of the other trailer courses online, I can safely say that Alex’s course offers a better value (especially if you get in during the early access period!) and easier to follow curriculum than the competition. He lays out fundamentals from structure to mixing in an easy to follow way that you can put into practice regardless of the style of music you write. Offering the foundation of ‘why’ and then giving you the ‘how to’ is one of Alex’s strong advantages here. Recommended."
"The course and the website are very well organized. The number of details is astonishing! I've recently switched my music career focus to trailer music production and this is a perfect place to start."
Mirza A.
Alex Pfeffer
Your Coach
I'm Alex from Hamburg, Germany, a composer with 17 years in the trailer music and video game industry.
After moving to Los Angeles in 1998 to study music, I started composing for trailers in 2005 with Dynamedion.
I've worked with top companies like Two Steps from Hell and contributed to movie trailers for Pacific Rim and Harry Potter, with my work appearing in over 60 TV shows.
My video game scores include titles like Crysis 2 and Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe. I've collaborated with notable figures like Mick Gordon and written for leading sample library companies.
F.A.Q
How long will this course be available?
Once you have purchased and enrolled in this course, you will have access forever.
What if I don't like the course?
In case you don't like the course or it wasn't what you imagined, you will get your full money back within the first SEVEN days after purchase. No questions asked!
Do I have to do assignments?
No, you can take this course at your own pace and start wherever you want. The course is available in sections about essential trailer knowledge, track analysis, and business. It is totally up to you what you want to dive into first, and no assignments need to be done.
However, we have a Discord support group where you can post your tracks, and I will send you feedback as soon as possible!
I'm not sure I have the necessary skills to compose trailer music.
This course accommodates all skill levels, walking you through the fundamentals of trailer music composition and gradually introducing more advanced concepts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned composer, you'll gain new insights and skills.
I've tried learning trailer music composition before, and it was too hard.
Understanding that learning new skills can be challenging, we've designed our course to simplify complex concepts. Each lesson is crafted to be digestible and engaging, ensuring you grasp every topic easily.
I don't have the time to dedicate to an entire course.
The beauty of this course is its flexibility. It's self-paced, allowing you to learn whenever and wherever suits you. You have lifetime access to the course content to revisit the material as often as needed.
I'm worried I won't get enough support or feedback.
We provide a supportive community where you can receive personal feedback on your compositions. Plus, the instructor is readily available to address any questions or concerns.
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