About
They say that you should only put your best work to showcase a good portfolio. But I thought it would be nostalgic to see how far I’ve gone. From my amateur work (a.k.a humble beginnings) to the more current stuff – it’s almost all in here.
Before anything else, I like to believe that I am first a musician before my so-called competencies. Been playing the piano since I was a kid and it’s my weapon of choice when it comes to composing. For fast-track melodies, I usually pick up the guitar and use a lot of software to program beats and other synth rhythms.
My music is an eclectic blend of genres depending on the client’s need. Though personally I prefer writing orchestral scores and the occasional pop song. My biggest influences are R&B legends Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, soundtrack composers Thomas Newman and John Williams, and my favorite classical icon Beethoven.
Once in a while, I dabble in journalism, video, photography and design to complement my passion for music. I’m always on the lookout for any new technology to express ourselves better or in a different way.
My other life is that of an educator/trainer. Starting out as an elementary music teacher 12 years ago, my longest stint in the academe is teaching college mass communication students for the past 8 years. Between that, I also do trainings for schools and other entities in production and new media. I’ve also tried the corporate route; working in the record industry, an audio engineering company and a computer business named after a fruit…but I just miss my music everytime.
I also make time to help out the kids ministry in our church.
Do drop me a note!
-Reev
