My name is Benajmin Hersh. I am composer of media and contemporary classical music. I have a degree. in Music, a Masters and a music production diploma.

My first instrument was Classical piano and voice. I have performed in piano recitals at Venues in London. Since I was young, I was always fascinated with the way music can conjure up emotion in film.

I studied harmony and counterpoint with the late Professor Alan Hazeldene from Guildhall Music School and Piano with Professor Ardakov from Trinity college of Music. I also studied singing and voice technique.

I have written compositions for adverts and different types of media. My hope is to expand my compositions into more films and documentaries.

I teach and coach young people as a way of helping them through music. Years ago, I had challenges such an eating disorder and OCD and music helped me to come through them. I use these experiences as a positive outlook as I use what I went through in my music and help others using music as a healing tool. I run an outreach amateur Choir for young and older people alike. Our Choir includes people from all different backgrounds and stages. Some have studied music, while others are beginners.

I write different styles and am always expanding my knowledge in learning other instruments such as violin, recorder, guitar etc. Music is a universal language, and I am interested in all different styles and genres with focus on music for media.

Qualifications:

• BA Honours in Music Composition and Classical Piano
• Master’s Degree in Music
• Music Production Diploma