I am an Emmy-nominated composer with more than 20 years of experience creating music for television, film, advertising, and commercial media. My work spans orchestral, pop, electronic, rock, country, world, jazz, and hybrid styles, with credits featured across networks and platforms including Netflix, History, TV One, Oxygen, CNBC, Animal Planet, and Discovery Network. I enjoy collaborating closely with directors, editors, and creative teams to shape music that supports a story and connects with an audience. Alongside traditional composition and production, I use generative AI, large language models, and AI-driven audio analysis tools to explore ideas, improve sound quality, and streamline post-production while applying careful human revision to preserve emotional impact.

Michael Toland

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I am an Emmy-nominated composer with more than 20 years of experience creating music for television, film, advertising, and commercial media. My work spans orchestral, pop, electronic, rock, country, world, jazz, and hybrid styles, with credits featured across networks and platforms including Netflix, History, TV One, Oxygen, CNBC, Animal Planet, and Discovery Network. I enjoy collaborating closely with directors, editors, and creative teams to shape music that supports a story and connects with an audience. Alongside traditional composition and production, I use generative AI, large language models, and AI-driven audio analysis tools to explore ideas, improve sound quality, and streamline post-production while applying careful human revision to preserve emotional impact.

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I am an Emmy-nominated composer with more than 20 years of experience creating music for television, film, advertising, and commercial media. My work spans orchestral, pop, electronic, rock, country, world, jazz, and hybrid styles, with credits featured across networks and platforms including Netflix, History, TV One, Oxygen, CNBC, Animal Planet, and Discovery Network.

I enjoy collaborating closely with directors, editors, and creative teams to shape music that supports a story and connects with an audience. Alongside traditional composition and production, I use generative AI, large language models, and AI-driven audio analysis tools to explore ideas, improve sound quality, and streamline post-production while applying careful human revision to preserve emotional impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Composer at Various Productions
January 1, 2003 - Present
Created original scores for over 150 episodes across various networks, including Netflix and History Channel. Collaborated with production teams to ensure the music aligns emotionally with storytelling.
Composer at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - Present
Composed music for various films and television shows including projects with networks such as Netflix, History Channel, and Animal Planet. My role involved collaborating with directors and producers to create original scores that elevate the narrative experience.
Composer for Film and TV at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - Present
Composed music for various films, television series, and commercials, collaborating with directors and producers to create compelling soundtracks.
Composer at Various
January 1, 2003 - Present
Composed original music for films, television shows, and commercials across various genres, collaborating with directors and producers to realize their creative visions. Notable works include contributions to series such as 'American Pickers' and 'Snapped' as well as films and documentaries that require a unique auditory experience.
Composer at Cinematic Soundworks
January 1, 2002 - Present
As a composer for film and TV, I have worked on various projects with placements on major streaming platforms, showcasing my versatility in different musical genres while collaborating closely with production teams.
Music Composer for Film and TV at Self
January 1, 1990 - July 18, 2025
Music placements on the following TV shows. American Pickers on the History Channel 154 episodes, The Deed / NBC 31 episodes, Snapped / Tubi 29 episodes, Murder Calls / Tubi 35 episodes, Comedians in Cars / Netflix 10 episodes, ALT Homicide / TV One 24 episodes, Filthy Rich Guide CNBC 24 episodes, Killer Couples / Oxygen 17 episodes

Education

BFA at Manhattan School of Music
November 30, 1990 - May 20, 1994

Qualifications

http://tolandmusic.com
July 18, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Winner of the Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2026
Emmy Nomination
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2026
Winner, Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2026
Winner, Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2026
Emmy Nomination
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2026
Emmy Nomination
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2026
Winner, Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2026
Winner of the Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2026
Emmy Nomination
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2026
Emmy-nominated composer
January 11, 2030 - August 19, 2026
Winner of the Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - August 19, 2026
Emmy nomination
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2026
Winner of the Westworld Scoring Competition
January 1, 2020 - September 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Other
    "Snapped" trailer https://youtu.be/qB1iXljh3uE?si=33Db5VmyAh6jAOgx

    Composer for the trailer for the hit investigative docu-series “Snapped”

    the Zoo Opener

    Composer for the opener of “The Zoo” see

    Michael Toland Composer Reel 2025
    A look at my recent music placements composer
    Southern Hospitality on Bravo

    Lead composer for hit reality show “Southern Hospitality” on Bravo.