A three-day masterclass on film music composition, led by veteran filmmaker Aribam Syam Sharma, commenced at the Manipur State Film and Television Institute (MSFTI) in Imphal on Wednesday.
The intensive programme is being jointly organised by MSFTI and the Television and Cine Foundation (TCF), Manipur, with a primary focus on film music composition and the evolving role of music in cinema. Out of numerous applicants from diverse professional and creative backgrounds, 21 candidates were selected to participate in the masterclass. The participants include aspiring filmmakers, musicians, media students, and cinema enthusiasts, reflecting a wide spectrum of talent and experience.
During the three-day session, Aribam Syam Sharma, widely regarded as a pioneer of Manipuri cinema, will share his insights on the aesthetics of film music, the creative collaboration between directors and composers, and the technical aspects of scoring for films. The programme also aims to provide practical guidance on preparing and presenting entries for film music composition.
Organisers stated that the masterclass seeks to nurture emerging talent in Manipur’s film and music sectors while strengthening the academic and practical understanding of cinema at the institute.
