Learn directly from some of the greatest Hollywood composers in intimate, hands-on sessions. Participants will receive a creative brief two weeks before the summit to compose a piece of music, which will then be reviewed by the experts. An invaluable critique of your work and insights into the professional standards of Hollywood scoring.
What to Expect: A detailed walkthrough of the composition process. Insights into working with film directors and producers. Individual feedback on your compositions. Examples of industry projects, including behind-the-scenes details.
Elia Cmiral is a Czech composer who is based in Hollywood and lives in Los Angeles. He won the Movieline Young Hollywood Award for Best Soundtrack of the Year for John Frankenheimer’s thriller Ronin, starring Robert DeNiro. Recently, Elia also won two silver medals for Two Suites... Read More →
Patrick Cassidy is an Irish composer known for his evocative film and television scores. He has created memorable music for works such as Calvary and Kill the Irishman. Cassidy is also the author of the Vide Cor Meum for the film Kingdom of Heaven or Hannibal.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Elia Cmiral is a Czech composer who is based in Hollywood and lives in Los Angeles. He won the Movieline Young Hollywood Award for Best Soundtrack of the Year for John Frankenheimer’s thriller Ronin, starring Robert DeNiro. Recently, Elia also won two silver medals for Two Suites... Read More →
Patrick Cassidy is an Irish composer known for his evocative film and television scores. He has created memorable music for works such as Calvary and Kill the Irishman. Cassidy is also the author of the Vide Cor Meum for the film Kingdom of Heaven or Hannibal.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Learn directly from some of the greatest Hollywood composers in intimate, hands-on sessions. Participants will receive a creative brief two weeks before the summit to compose a piece of music, which will then be reviewed by the experts. An invaluable critique of your work and insights into the professional standards of Hollywood scoring. What to Expect: A detailed walkthrough of the composition process. Insights into working with film directors and producers. Individual feedback on your compositions. Examples of industry projects, including behind-the-scenes details.
Conrad Pope is an American composer best known as a frequent orchestrator of works by John Williams. During his career he has worked also with Hans Zimmer, Alan Silvestri, Danny Elfman and others. The list of works orchestrated by Pope includes almost the entire film series of Harry... Read More →
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Board room 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Conrad Pope is an American composer best known as a frequent orchestrator of works by John Williams. During his career he has worked also with Hans Zimmer, Alan Silvestri, Danny Elfman and others. The list of works orchestrated by Pope includes almost the entire film series of Harry... Read More →
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Board room 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Learn directly from some of the greatest Hollywood composers in intimate, hands-on sessions. Participants will receive a creative brief two weeks before the summit to compose a piece of music, which will then be reviewed by the experts. An invaluable critique of your work and insights into the professional standards of Hollywood scoring.
What to Expect: A detailed walkthrough of the composition process. Insights into working with film directors and producers. Individual feedback on your compositions. Examples of industry projects, including behind-the-scenes details.
Chris Egan is a London-based composer, conductor and leading figure of British film sound based at Abbey Road Studios, whose most famous works include Fireheart, Tiny World and The Spanish Princess. He also collaborated on such films as Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them or... Read More →
Nan Schwartz is a composer, world-renowned orchestrator, and Grammy Award winner for Best Instrumental Arrangement for Here’s That Rainy Day by soul legend Natalie Cole. Her orchestral achievements include scores for In The Heat of The Night, the Oscar-winning The Shape of Water... Read More →
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Board room 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Chris Egan is a London-based composer, conductor and leading figure of British film sound based at Abbey Road Studios, whose most famous works include Fireheart, Tiny World and The Spanish Princess. He also collaborated on such films as Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them or... Read More →
Nan Schwartz is a composer, world-renowned orchestrator, and Grammy Award winner for Best Instrumental Arrangement for Here’s That Rainy Day by soul legend Natalie Cole. Her orchestral achievements include scores for In The Heat of The Night, the Oscar-winning The Shape of Water... Read More →
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Board room 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Learn directly from some of the greatest Hollywood composers in intimate, hands-on sessions. Participants will receive a creative brief two weeks before the summit to compose a piece of music, which will then be reviewed by the experts. An invaluable critique of your work and insights into the professional standards of Hollywood scoring.
What to Expect: A detailed walkthrough of the composition process. Insights into working with film directors and producers. Individual feedback on your compositions. Examples of industry projects, including behind-the-scenes details.
Brandon Young heads Activision's Music Department. He gained recognition for his work on Tony Hawk and has executive produced the scores for the record-breaking Call of Duty franchise, collaborating with composers like Hans Zimmer. Brandon also oversaw music selection and celebrity... Read More →
Pinar Toprak is a Turkish-American composer known for her work on films like Captain Marvel, The Lost City and the video game Fortnite and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. She made history as the first woman to score a Marvel superhero film. She has received multiple accolades, including... Read More →
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Board room 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Brandon Young heads Activision's Music Department. He gained recognition for his work on Tony Hawk and has executive produced the scores for the record-breaking Call of Duty franchise, collaborating with composers like Hans Zimmer. Brandon also oversaw music selection and celebrity... Read More →
Pinar Toprak is a Turkish-American composer known for her work on films like Captain Marvel, The Lost City and the video game Fortnite and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. She made history as the first woman to score a Marvel superhero film. She has received multiple accolades, including... Read More →
Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Board room 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 2:00pm - 2:20pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
It is the centerpiece of the Composers Summit Prague 2025 and a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the art of film scoring. This session offers an extraordinary opportunity to dive into the minds of world-renowned Hollywood composers as they unveil the magic behind their most celebrated works. A series of captivating presentations where top industry composers unfold their creative process, share insider tips and tricks, and reveal the behind-the-scenes moments that brought their iconic scores to life.
Jesper Kyd is a Danish composer renowned for his captivating video game music, with iconic scores for titles such as Hitman, Assassin's Creed and Borderlands. His innovative compositions seamlessly blend orchestral and electronic elements, earning him critical acclaim and a BAFTA... Read More →
Petri Alanko is an award-winning Finnish composer best known for his work in video game music, with acclaimed scores for Alan Wake and Control. His atmospheric and emotionally driven compositions have earned him accolades, including a BAFTA Games Award nomination.
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 2:30pm - 2:50pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:20pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 3:30pm - 3:50pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
The Film Screenings offer a unique opportunity to experience a curated selection of films and TV episodes with a special focus on their scores, showcasing the transformative power of music in storytelling. Screenings will feature live commentary from the composers or music supervisors who worked on the project, providing behind-the-scenes insights and anecdotes.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 3:45pm - 6:15pm CEST
Cinema City
The Film Screenings offer a unique opportunity to experience a curated selection of films and TV episodes with a special focus on their scores, showcasing the transformative power of music in storytelling. Screenings will feature live commentary from the composers or music supervisors who worked on the project, providing behind-the-scenes insights and anecdotes.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 3:45pm - 6:15pm CEST
Cinema City
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 4:00pm - 4:20pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 4:30pm - 4:50pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 5:00pm - 5:20pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 1Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
Personalized sessions where participants can present their work to speakers or peers for direct feedback. What to expect: An intimate, constructive environment. Opportunities to discuss your creative vision with industry leaders. Valuable advice for refining your compositions.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 5:30pm - 5:50pm CEST
Almanac X Prague - Salon 2Štěpánská 623 /40, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Česko
A spectacular finale that celebrates the week of creativity, learning, and inspiration at the Composers Summit Prague 2025. It brings the event full circle with a powerful musical experience that honors the participants, speakers, and the shared passion for the art of composition.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 7:30pm - 10:00pm CEST
Veletržní palác170 00 Praha-Praha 7, Česko
It is the final event of the summit, offering attendees a chance to unwind, reflect on their experiences, and strengthen connections formed throughout the week in a relaxed, celebratory environment. A lively and informal gathering where music, conversation, and fun take center stage. It’s a time to celebrate the achievements of the summit, share stories, and enjoy a festive atmosphere.
Tuesday April 22, 2025 10:30pm - 11:55pm CEST
Veletržní palác170 00 Praha-Praha 7, Česko
