Hi, I'm Dave Klotz, an internationally credited composer, music producer, and engineer with over 25 years of experience creating music for films, video games, and multimedia. I specialize in a broad range of styles, drawing on my academic background in composition, ethnomusicology, and Avant-Garde electronic music. I am passionate about crafting original scores and working with new technology to bring unique soundscapes to life. I love collaborating on creative projects and solving complex audio challenges. My experience ranges from composing feature film scores and documentary soundtracks to teaching MIDI and synthesis theory. Whether in the studio or on location, I bring energy, expertise, and a flexible approach to every project I undertake.

Dave Klotz

Hi, I'm Dave Klotz, an internationally credited composer, music producer, and engineer with over 25 years of experience creating music for films, video games, and multimedia. I specialize in a broad range of styles, drawing on my academic background in composition, ethnomusicology, and Avant-Garde electronic music. I am passionate about crafting original scores and working with new technology to bring unique soundscapes to life. I love collaborating on creative projects and solving complex audio challenges. My experience ranges from composing feature film scores and documentary soundtracks to teaching MIDI and synthesis theory. Whether in the studio or on location, I bring energy, expertise, and a flexible approach to every project I undertake.

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Hi, I’m Dave Klotz, an internationally credited composer, music producer, and engineer with over 25 years of experience creating music for films, video games, and multimedia. I specialize in a broad range of styles, drawing on my academic background in composition, ethnomusicology, and Avant-Garde electronic music. I am passionate about crafting original scores and working with new technology to bring unique soundscapes to life.

I love collaborating on creative projects and solving complex audio challenges. My experience ranges from composing feature film scores and documentary soundtracks to teaching MIDI and synthesis theory. Whether in the studio or on location, I bring energy, expertise, and a flexible approach to every project I undertake.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at nSpaas Production/Publishing
January 1, 1999 - Present
Responsible for music composition, arrangement, and production for film projects. Also handles music production, arrangement, engineering, and mix for various multimedia works.
Composer, Score Supervisor, Member of the Board of Advisors at The Composer Collective
December 31, 2009 - July 9, 2025
Composed music, supervised scores, and served on the advisory board to support the collective’s projects and initiatives.
Instructor in MIDI and Synthesis Theory at The Metalworks Institute
December 31, 2008 - July 9, 2025
Taught MIDI technology and synthesis theory to students, providing technical and creative insight into music production techniques.
Staff engineer / programmer at Vyner Road Recording
December 31, 2003 - July 9, 2025
Handled engineering and programming tasks, supporting recording sessions and production processes.

Education

B.F.A. at York University
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

Best Original Score - New York Movie Awards: Mistress of Tears
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Gemini Co-nomination: Iris Chang: The Rape of Nanking – Best Original Score
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Golden Horse Co-nomination: Eye In The Sky – Best Original Score
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Sennheiser Sound Logo contest: 3rd runner-up
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Acidplanet Karsh Kale Remix competition: Winner
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Inaugural DME remix competition: Winner
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services