Scoring to Picture

At times, I compose original music for picture. I love this medium very much because the story informs the writing process and inspires the music. Quite recently I scored the music for a special animation which required a global soundtrack which was challenging and artistically rewarding. I also work with dramas and documentaries and like to use real instrumentation whenever possible. The music from my albums is also available for licensing purposes. I would be happy to discuss your project's needs with you.

Film & TV credits

If The World Were A Village, 2005, Original score for the YTV animation special

Barefoot Dancer DVD, 2004

Barefoot Dancer, 2003, Music licensed for television broadcast

Peanuts, A one-hour documentary, 2002, PBS and Discovery Channel

Forgive Us Our Debts, 2001, Vision TV

Marymount Again, A one-hour documentary, 2000, CBC’s Rough Cuts, CFCF TV Newsworld

Into The Night, 1999, PBS U.S.

The Family Crucible - A Four Part Series,1999, Vision TV Canada and U.S. PBS Outlets:

Tuba Girl, a half hour film, 1998

Who Is My Neighbour? - A Four Part Series, 1998, Vision TV Canada and U.S. PBS Outlets, including

Gimme Shelter; winner at the 1999 Apple Awards Film & Video Competition in California.

The Legacy of Jon Gates,1993, NBC TV

Quotes

"Ray demonstrated an exceptional ability to capture the soul and essence of the animated special "If The World Were A Village" with his music. The final soundtrack was impressive to all involved."
Amy Fritz, SL Feldman & Associates

"Ray Montford is a sensitive and exploratory musician who combines traditional techniques with exciting world music influences."
Atom Egoyan

"I believe Ray Montford is one of North America's most creative musical talents. His score beautifully matched the tone and emotions we were looking for in our film."
Harvey McKinnon Productions, Inc.

"Ray Montford composes music for the screen that is original and inspired".
Karen Pascal, Windborne Productions