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Hi, I’m Kevin Christopher Teasley—a music director, composer, and producer with 25+ years of experience creating music for film, television, live events, and top recording artists. I’m the founder and CEO of TONIC Music + Creative, where I develop premium trailer and TV production music, sound design, and original scores for major studios, networks, and global talent.
My career spans collaborations with Jennifer Lopez, Will Smith, BTS, Megan Thee Stallion, and Kelly Clarkson, along with contributions to blockbuster films and top-tier TV productions. I lead teams, shape sonic worlds, and build production music libraries that move from stage to screen, with a focus on storytelling through sound.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Owner & Composer at TONIC Music + Creative
December 31, 2015 - PresentFounded a premier trailer and TV production music company delivering custom scores and sound design. Developed comprehensive music and sound libraries used in high-profile projects. Collaborated with major studios including Warner Bros., Disney, Sony, Paramount, Netflix, Hulu, ABC, NBC, CBS, and HBO. J Lo,, Will Smith, Backstreet Boys, Coca Cola, Bebe Rexha, Chris Brown and more
Owner & Creative Director at Soundcheck Samples
January 1, 2014 - PresentDesigned and produced professional sample libraries and sound assets for composers and producers worldwide.
Music Director & Keyboardist at The Unit
January 1, 2005 - PresentOversee music direction for live concerts, award shows, and televised events. Conduct rehearsals, orchestrated arrangements, and directed ensemble performances.
Owner, Composer, Songwriter-Producer at Distortion Music & Sound Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2016Created original music and sound design for film, TV, and advertising campaigns. Managed client relationships and oversaw production processes from concept to final mix.
In-House Composer/Producer, Sound Designer & Mixer at The Cimarron Group
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Composed, produced, and mixed music for films, trailers, and commercials. Executed sound design, ADR, VO recording, and audio editing to picture.
Instructor at Virginia Union University
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998Music Theory, Arranging, Composition, and Piano.
Class Piano Instructor at University of Virginia
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997Class Piano instruction.
Piano Instructor at Guitar Center
December 31, 1989 - December 31, 1994Private Piano Lessons.
Education
B.A. in Piano & Composition, Commercial Music and Production - Magna Cum Laude at Virginia Union University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Graduate Studies in Music Composition & Jazz Studies at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Film Scoring Program at UCLA Extension
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007B.A. in Piano & Composition, Commercial Music and Production - Magna Cum Laude at Virginia Union University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Graduate Studies in Music Composition & Jazz Studies at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Film Scoring Program at UCLA Extension
January 1, 2007 - March 8, 2026B.A. at Virginia Union University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Graduate Studies in Music Composition & Jazz Studies at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Film Scoring Program at UCLA Extension
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007B.A. in Piano & Composition, Commercial Music and Production - Magna Cum Laude at Virginia Union University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995Graduate Studies in Music Composition & Jazz Studies at University of Virginia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Film Scoring Program at UCLA Extension
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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