MUSIC COSMOS COMPOSER COMPETITION
THE WINNERS.
1st place - Robert Lampkin - USA
3rd place - Maura ten Hoopen - The Netherlands
2nd place - Andrew Mc Intosh > Trinidad and Tobago
4th place - Vasil Zgkouri - Germany
Music Cosmos Competition has been a blast and we are very inspired by all the incredible compositions we received during the program! The world needs more artists, dreamers and creators. So keep creating and let’s keep building a community of universes explorers!
THANK YOU ALL ASTRONAUTS from these beautiful places on our planet: Argentina > Australia > Austria > Belgium > Brazil > Bulgaria > Canada > China > Colombia > Czech Republic > Ethiopia > Finland > France > Germany > Greece > Hong Kong > Hungary > Iceland > India > Iran > Ireland > Italy > Malaysia > Mexico > Norway > Pakistan > Poland > Portugal > Portugal > Puerto Rico > Romania > Russia > Scotland > Serbia > Singapore > Slovakia > South Africa > Spain > Sweden > Thailand > The Netherlands > Trinidad and Tobago > Ukraine > United Kingdom > United States > Uruguay > Zimbabwe
FINALISTS (in alphabetical order): Andrew Mc Intosh > David Hofmann > David Nilsson > Davide Tesolin > Ed Prince > Homayoun Azizi > John Johnson > Kevin Yost > Maura ten Hoopen > Rafael Maiolino > Robert Lampkin > Rodriguez Chamorro Ricardo > Vasil Zgkouri - Listen to their compositions
SEMI-FINALISTS (in alphabetical order): Alek Kaczan > Alexandra Saróka > Ana Paula Viesti > Andrew Mc Intosh > David Hofmann > David Medland > David Nilsson > Davide Tesolin > Ed Prince > Emanuel Oniga > Ender Durbak > Homayoun Azizi > Ingrid Anjos > Jasmin Boivin > Johanna Malmberg > John James Bancroft > John Johnson > John Wright > Joon Laban > José Rico > Jose Róguez > Josh Parkman > Juan Andres Felipez > Juan Ramon Fuentes Ferrer > Julian Stirpe > Karima Dillon > Karina Rivero > Kevin Yost > Leonardo Outeiro > Mark Kavanagh > Mark McMurtrie > Markus Martincic > Matt James > Matthias Waldner > Matti Eklund > Maura ten Hoopen > Neerajan Saha > Niccolo Hilgendorf > Nick Clarke > Nicolas Roses Deola > Noora Nakhaei > Øystein Sollie > Pattanon Chanchotiyan > Pawel Robak > Peter Hall > Rafael Borges Soares > Rafael Maiolino > Randy Wood > Renato Rulli > Robert Lampkin > Rodriguez Chamorro Ricardo > Ruben Kasselman > Soren Odom > Stefano De Chirico > Vasil Zgkouri - Listen to their compositions
THE JURY.
MAIN PRIZES.
ALBION ONE: one of SPITFIRE's most renowned orchestral libraries.
Albion One is everything you need to make film music in one box. A 109-piece orchestra, accompanied by a thunderous cinematic percussion section, recorded at the world famous Hall at AIR Studios London, plus warpable loops designed by award-winning engineers, and an enormous steam synthesiser. Containing high dynamics and energy, whilst being highly flexible across multiple genres, choose from four mic positions and a huge range of articulations, including Spitfire's renowned legatos, for extra control. Perfect for first-timers and established composers alike, this industry standard product is the perfect place to start your film scoring journey. Read More.
AMAI COMPLETE EDITION by THE AMAZONIC
The Amazonic is the first audio company in the world focused in creating premium virtual ethnic instruments played by native people and connected to social causes. Recorded straight in the depths of the Amazon rainforest and on a studio located in the city of Manaus, upon months of a deep researching, the main instruments that are part of the culture, religion and traditions of those who lives in the Amazon were selected. With special attention to details, every sound emitted by those instruments were captured guaranteeing the creation of a powerful tool for composers and producers looking for a professional, emotional and spiritual sound to add on their music. The Complete Edition includes everything presented on the Composer Edition, Producer Edition, loops implemented on Kontakt and the ability to choose between 3 to 5 microphones to mix the instrument the way you desire. Download their free edition.
Single mastering session at Lurssen Mastering in Los Angeles.
Lurssen Mastering is a world-renowned multi Grammy award-winning mastering studio. They have mastered many gold and platinum records and have received a number of industry awards. In addition to the Grammys earned and proudly displayed by Lurssen Mastering, numerous songs worked on by them have been nominated for Oscars over the years and several have won this prestigious award. Credits include: The Queen’s Gambit, Mulan, Game of Thrones, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Pitch Perfect 3, The Mandalorian, The Lego Movie, Westworld, Toto, Metallica, Elton John, FooFighters, George Harrison, Ben Harper and many more. Read more.
Discover the amazing work of OSSYFFER.
Serge Ossipov / OSSYFFER is a creative producer of computer graphics design and animation, video compositing and special FX producer. Read more.
Discover the amazing work of Bruno Justi.
Bruno Justi is a music producer, artist and composer. Bruno is a member of the Latin Grammys and the Recording Academy. Read more.
TERMS & FAQ.
When do entries close?
Entries close February 21 @ 11:59pm PST
What do I need to do to participate?
> Download the original video LIFE UNFOLDING by Bruno Justi & OSSYFFER (link above)
> Read the additional instructions included in the same folder
> Compose a 1:45-minute piece to the video
> Upload the video with your original composition to YouTube (video thumbnail and credits provided within the downloaded assets must be used)
> Use the form located at the top of this page to submit your work
How many entries per person?
Only one entry per person.
Whats the tempo / bpm of the original piece LIFE UNFOLDING?
115pbm
Do we need to compose using the same tempo / bpm of the original track LIFE UNFOLDING?
No
What instruments can I use?
Be as creative as you want! You can sing, play guitar, bass, drums, use loops, plugins, virtual instruments, ring bells, whistles ;)
Can I send the video and audio files separately?
Please send a YouTube link with your composition + video. Reach out in case you are unable to put the music and video together.
Where can I download the assets?
You can download them by clicking the button located at the top of this page.
Can I alter/edit the video?
No. The goal is that participants can compose to the visuals, just as if they were composing to a scened of a movie or comercial.
Can I use the video with other projects?
The footage contained in the video LIFE UNFOLDING is copyrighted by OSSYFFER and is only authorized to be used for the contest purpose. Therefore, the video cannot be edited, modified, used partially or in totality in collaboration with any other projects.
Will I be able to upload the video to my channels and share on social media?
Yes - YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Orkut, ICQ =)
Please tag @musiccosmos.earth
Use hashtags #musiccosmos #lifeunfolding #musiccosmoscomposercompetition #spitfireaudio #lurssenmastering #TheAmazonic #SkunkworksAudio #OSSYFFER #BrunoJusti
When sharing on YouTube, please make to use the video thumbnail and add the proper credits available in the download folder.
Can I keep my rights to freely use my music in future projects?
YES, 100%. We don't keep any rights over your composition. If you are one of the finalists / winners, the video with your composition will be promoted on social media and on our websites using the Youtube link you provide.
Winners selection and prizes
The jury will select 10 Finalist composers.
The 10 selected composers with their compositions will be featured at www.musiccosmos.earth for public voting, which ends on April 1st. The most voted composers by the public will receive an additional vote that will be summed to the jury votes.
Votes from the jury plus public vote will result in winners based on the amount of main prizes available. For example, if 4 main prizes are available, 4 winners will be selected. Winners will be announced on April 2nd.
The 1st winner will choose from the available main prizes displayed at www.musiccosmos.earth/competition. Then in the following order: the 2nd winner will choose from the remaining main prizes. The 3rd winner will choose from the remaining main prizes and the 4th winner will receive the remaining prize. More winners will be selected in case other main prizes are added.
Dates might change based on the amount of entries. Participants will be notified via e-mail (check your spam box for music cosmos.earth@gmail.com)
Can I transfer the prize to someone else?
No
If I am not selected, will I receive any feedback?
Due to the high volume of submissions we will not be able to provide feedback.
Questions?
The competition rules are subject to change without prior notice.
By entering the competition, you acknowledge these terms.
E-mail us at musiccosmos.earth@gmail.com.