In Conversation with Mike Higham | Composing and Producing Music for Movies
Channel: Chord Electronics
Date: 26/06/2023

Mike Higham, composer, producer, and music editor, known for his work on feature-length films such as Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Dumbo, and most recently The Little Mermaid, sat down with us to openly discuss his career and his experiences in the film-making industry.

Blurring the lines between cinema and theatre, Mike utilised ULTIMA power amplifiers to monitor and develop the Dolby Atmos mix for The Little Mermaid. He not only shares his challenges and experiences while working on his most significant project to date, but also provides an insightful explanation of how music is created for cinema.

This video offers an educational perspective on the intricate processes involved in music development for film, alongside a journalistic exploration of Mike Higham's influential role in the world of filmmaking.

Disney's The Little Mermaid was released in UK theatres on the 26th May 2023. 

Video Sources: (Internet Movie Database): https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0383588/ 

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