I am SAMER HATOUM, a passionate musician and conductor currently based in Norway. With a strong background in music composition and orchestration, I have studied at prestigious institutions and gained extensive experience conducting orchestras such as the Ploesti Philharmonic Orchestra, Danube Symphony Orchestra, and Sofia Film Orchestra. I enjoy reading and analyzing scores, identifying themes, and mastering the harmony and orchestration of musical works. My journey started with classical violin studies in Beirut, followed by music composition and orchestration studies in Dublin. I have also taken masterclasses in conducting in Budapest and London, which have honed my skills further. I love working with music notation, scoring, arranging, and upgrading scores to ensure clearer thematic and harmonic progression.

SAMER HATOUM

I am SAMER HATOUM, a passionate musician and conductor currently based in Norway. With a strong background in music composition and orchestration, I have studied at prestigious institutions and gained extensive experience conducting orchestras such as the Ploesti Philharmonic Orchestra, Danube Symphony Orchestra, and Sofia Film Orchestra. I enjoy reading and analyzing scores, identifying themes, and mastering the harmony and orchestration of musical works. My journey started with classical violin studies in Beirut, followed by music composition and orchestration studies in Dublin. I have also taken masterclasses in conducting in Budapest and London, which have honed my skills further. I love working with music notation, scoring, arranging, and upgrading scores to ensure clearer thematic and harmonic progression.

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I am SAMER HATOUM, a passionate musician and conductor currently based in Norway. With a strong background in music composition and orchestration, I have studied at prestigious institutions and gained extensive experience conducting orchestras such as the Ploesti Philharmonic Orchestra, Danube Symphony Orchestra, and Sofia Film Orchestra. I enjoy reading and analyzing scores, identifying themes, and mastering the harmony and orchestration of musical works.

My journey started with classical violin studies in Beirut, followed by music composition and orchestration studies in Dublin. I have also taken masterclasses in conducting in Budapest and London, which have honed my skills further. I love working with music notation, scoring, arranging, and upgrading scores to ensure clearer thematic and harmonic progression.

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Language

English
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Conductor at Ploesti Philharmonic Orchestra
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Conducted the orchestra for video recording sessions, overseeing the musical interpretation and performance to ensure the highest quality.
Conductor at Danube Symphony Orchestra
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Led conducting sessions for video recordings, ensuring precise coordination between musicians and adherence to the musical score.
Conductor at Sofia Film Orchestra
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Directed studio recording sessions for film music with supervision of the score, maintaining musical accuracy and emotional impact.
Music Notator, Scorer, Arranger, Orchestrator
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Handled music notation, scoring, arrangements, and orchestrations with command over harmony and chord progressions. Improved and upgraded scores to clarify themes and harmonies when necessary.
Conductor at Sofia Film Orchestra
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Conducted studio recording sessions with the Sofia Film Orchestra, supervising the execution of musical scores in accordance with the production's requirements.

Education

Music Composition and Orchestration at Royal Irish Academy of Music
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
Classical Violin Studies at National Lebanese Conservatory of Music
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Degree in Music Composition and Orchestration at Royal Irish Academy of Music, Dublin
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
Classical Violin Studies at National Lebanese Conservatory of Music, Beirut
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

Conducting Masterclass
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Conducting Masterclass
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Conducting Masterclass with Danube Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Conducting Masterclass with Professor Achim Holub
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services