When I began accompanying silent films in college, there was very little in the way of resources. I was, however,…
The second time I play for a film is my first big chance to make improvements over what I did…
I never have a good answer for the question I am asked the most at show Q&A’s and in interviews…
The Scarecrow (1920) has gradually become one of my alternate go-to Keaton shorts for audiences. In the event I’ve already…
One of the challenges in scoring a silent film is dealing with the fact that occasionally, there are musical numbers…
There’s a pleasant little moment in Sunrise (1927), after the couple has rescued a runaway pig from an arcade game.…
One of the reasons a majority of people associate the piano with silent film, as opposed to theatre organ or…
On paper, when you look at it, the word “accompanist” is easy to read. And yet, half the time or…
When I meet people from other parts of the country and tell them I’m a silent film accompanist , they…
I usually avoid recognizable music if I can help it, as it’s a distraction to the viewer unless there’s someone…