Il-Baħħar tal-Lejl
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Abstract
This paper explores my creative and practical journey behind the composition of Il-Baħħar tal-Lejl, an original orchestral piece written and produced as the culminating project for the Scoring for Film, TV and Videogames master’s program at Berklee Valencia. Il-Baħħar tal-Lejl serves as the soundtrack for a short documentary about the Maltese seas, created by Maltese filmmaker Bradley Farrugia. This paper examines the entire process of the project, from its initial conceptualization and collaboration to the compositional techniques and orchestration for a 50+ piece orchestra. It also explores the preparation necessary to ensure a smooth recording session at the iconic AIR Studios in London, the recording itself, the subsequent mixing and mastering stages, and concludes with a reflection on the overall process, the challenges encountered, and the learning curve associated with working in such a high-pressure professional recording environment. The knowledge acquired throughout this one-year master’s program was essential at every stage of this project, as documented in this thesis. The invaluable experience of composing, conducting, and producing a three-minute piece for orchestra and electronics stands as a culmination of the skills and e]ort developed over the past year. This project marks a significant milestone in my development, both as a composer and an individual.
Publication Date
7-1-2025
Campus
Valencia (Spain) Campus
Recommended Citation
Saliba, Craig. “Il-Baħħar tal-Lejl.” Master's thesis, Berklee College of Music, 2025. https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-scoring/311.