Hello! I'm Brian, a passionate composer and music producer based in New York. My journey in music began in California, and I have since dedicated my life to creating evocative soundscapes and conducting orchestras. I believe in the power of music to tell stories and connect people. When I'm not composing, you can find me exploring new music technologies or engaging with fellow musicians.…

Brian Dean Morales

Hello! I'm Brian, a passionate composer and music producer based in New York. My journey in music began in California, and I have since dedicated my life to creating evocative soundscapes and conducting orchestras. I believe in the power of music to tell stories and connect people. When I'm not composing, you can find me exploring new music technologies or engaging with fellow musicians.…

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Hello! I’m Brian, a passionate composer and music producer based in New York. My journey in music began in California, and I have since dedicated my life to creating evocative soundscapes and conducting orchestras. I believe in the power of music to tell stories and connect people. When I’m not composing, you can find me exploring new music technologies or engaging with fellow musicians.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Production Music Composer at Reel Note Music, Opening Line Music Group, Deep Syncers
January 1, 2023 - Present
As a freelance production music composer, I create original scores for various media projects, collaborating with multiple music groups to produce high-quality tracks.
Executive Assistant to the Office of the Provost at Teachers College
January 1, 2026 - Present
I support the Office of the Provost by managing administrative tasks and facilitating communication within the department, ensuring efficient operations.
Executive Assistant at Columbia University
September 1, 2017 - February 1, 2026
Assisted John C. Coffee, Jr. in administrative functions, managing schedules and correspondence, while also supporting departmental projects.
Music Librarian at Cantori NY Chorus
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Managed the music library, organized sheet music and resources, and assisted with musical preparations for performances.
Administrative Assistant at Peter Jay Sharpe Performance Library at the Manhattan School of Music
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017
Provided administrative support to the library, assisting students and faculty with resource access and management.
Executive Assistant at Teachers College
January 1, 2026 - Present
Provided administrative support to the Provost's office, managing schedules and coordinating meetings.
Administrative Assistant at Manhattan School of Music
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Assisted in daily operations and management of the performance library, supporting music students and faculty.

Education

Bachelors of Music (B.M.) at Cal State University Fullerton
September 4, 2006 - December 23, 2011
Masters of Music (M.M.) at Manhattan School of Music
September 7, 2015 - May 26, 2017
Certificate Program at European American Musical Alliance (EAMA) Paris
July 3, 2017 - July 28, 2017
Continuing Education at Columbia School of Professional Studies
June 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Continuing Education at Juilliard Evening Division for Advanced Orchestral Conducting
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018
M.M. in Composition at Manhattan School of Music
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017
B.M. in Composition at California State University, Fullerton
September 1, 2006 - December 1, 2012
Continuing Education at Columbia School of Professional Studies
June 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Continuing Education at Juilliard Evening Division
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018
M.M. in Composition at Manhattan School of Music
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017
B.M. in Composition at California State University, Fullerton
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2012

Qualifications

Los Angeles Film Conducting Intensive Fellow
November 9, 2024 - January 12, 2025
Film Conducting, Orchestration, Part Preparation, Score Production
Joy Music House Workshop (Auditor)
October 22, 2024 - October 22, 2024
Ableton Live Suite 12
June 5, 2023 - October 22, 2024
Music Production, Sound Design, Beatmaking
Dorico (Music Preparation and Engraving)
January 27, 2020 - October 22, 2024
Score and Part Preparation, Music Engraving, Editing, Proofreading, Score Production, Booth Reader
NYSCA Recipient for Strangers: A Chamber Ballet About Immigration
January 1, 2023 - April 16, 2026
Auditor for the ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop
January 1, 2023 - April 16, 2026
Redtail Composer Artist Residency
January 1, 2022 - April 16, 2026
100 Offerings of Peace Commission from the Peace Studio
January 1, 2020 - April 16, 2026
NYSCA Recipient for Strangers: A Chamber Ballet About Immigration
January 1, 2023 - April 16, 2026
Auditor for the ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop
January 1, 2023 - April 16, 2026
Redtail Composer Artist Residency
January 1, 2022 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    paper Come Live With Me And Be My Love

    Part of the Los Angeles Film Conducting Intensive (LAFCI), this piece was composed to simulate the real life experience of a professional Hollywood style recording session. I was in charge of composing, orchestrating, preparing parts, and conducting a professional orchestra with only 20 minutes of recording time. This was a valuable experience for me. I chose a dramatic, lush orchestral genre - something that would work in a romantic, period style.

    uniE603 Brian Dean Morales - WONDERS OF GLORY (demo)
    Orchestral Track created as part of a fantasy instrumental album. This recording uses only sample libraries. It showcases my abilities as a composer, a producer and an audio mixer. I have grasp on typical orchestral styles (dramedy, epic hybrid, documentary) and also have experience in sound design.…