AI vs. Human Composers: The Future of Music in Film

AI vs. Human Composers: Who’s Winning the Future of Film Music?

Once upon a time, if you needed a film score, you had two options:

1. Hire a brilliant human composer to craft an original masterpiece.

2. Steal music and pray copyright lawyers never find you.

   
   

But now, there’s a third option: AI-generated music. Some people think AI is the future of film scoring. Others think it’s the beginning of a musical apocalypse where robots steal all the jobs. Who’s right? Let’s break down AI vs. Human Composers in Film.

The Case for Human Composers: The Emotion Factor

Picture this: A heartbreaking movie scene. A single tear rolls down the actor’s cheek. The audience is sobbing. And then… AI music kicks in. Instead of a soul-stirring orchestral swell, we get weirdly robotic piano notes that sound like they were composed by a toaster. That’s the problem with AI. It’s great at following rules but bad at breaking them. And let’s be honest, the best music comes from human emotions, life experiences, and that unexplainable gut feeling.

The Case for AI Composers: Speed, Cost, and Endless Options

On the other hand, AI music never complains, never needs sleep, and never charges you thousands of dollars.

Need 100 variations of the same track? AI’s got you. Need a full orchestral score in 10 minutes? Done. Need music for a low-budget project? AI is practically free. AI is like a super-fast, always-available intern, but one that sometimes misses the soul of a composition.

Can AI and Human Composers Work Together?

Instead of seeing AI as competition, many composers (like me) use AI as a tool.

💡 AI creates the base; humans add the magic.💡 AI speeds up the process; humans refine the details.💡 AI handles repetitive work; humans make it emotionally powerful.

Think of it like a chef using a food processor. It makes prep work faster, but the real flavor comes from the chef’s creativity. This is the best way to describe what exactly I do.

Final Notes (Pun Absolutely Intended)

So, will AI replace human composers? Nope. But will it change the way film music is made?

Absolutely.

The best projects of the future will blend AI efficiency with human artistry - just like I do.

Need cinematic music that feels human but delivers fast and yet has soul in it? I am the one for you. 😉