Section 1: Symphonic Music
Jason specializes in writing symphonic scores for film, television, theater, dance and concert applications. Here are some examples of his symphonic music:
Rocketbuilders (from 'Life on Mars')
Inspired by Prokofiev, this jagged orchestral work portrays the race to plan and build a huge rocket.
This lyrical, melancholy piece portrays the cold, Martian sunset.
A rocket hurtles into the sky and off into space.
Seeds Dancing on a Breeze (from 'Life on Mars')
Dandelion-like alien seeds drift past a landing site in this jazzy, melodic piece.
A Copeland-inspired piece of orchestral Americana. * A finalist in the Unisong contest.
A haunting, minimalist piece inspired by the hour of golden light that accompanies the sunset.
Action theme suitable for a Hollywood-style chase scene.
A suspenseful horror cue.
Section 2: Electronic Music
Jason’s instrumental electronic music has won awards and appeared on a national compilation CD. The following tracks are among Jason’s best, and all appear on the album “Strange Dreams”. Fade to Black *
Synthesizers and electric guitars push this insidious track. * Top-ten finalist, USA Song Contest.
The GulfA relaxing, mystical ambient track.
Borealis *A strong beat and strings drive this track. * Top-four finalist, John Lennon Song Contest.
Still WatersAtmospheric, unsettling ambient music with a score-like feel.
Bright White LightsUptempo piece with an almost maniacally happy vibe.
Back to the Garden *Symphonic and electronic in instrumentation and style. * Top-ten finalist, John Lennon Song Contest.
Section 3: Other Soundtrack and Concert Music
Here is a diverse collection of pieces that Jason wrote for various film, television, theater and concert projects. A Winter Cityscape *
This jazzy piece was inspired by morning snow. * Top-ten finalist, John Lennon Song Contest.
Tales of Shangri-LaWorld music score mixing several Asian styles.
Mermaid SongFrom the play “Fusion”, a haunting song for the denizens of the deep.
ChinaFrom the “My Global Adventure” TV series, a tongue-in-cheek Chinese-styled piece.
IndonesiaFrom the “My Global Adventure” TV series, a dance music-Gamelan piece.
ForlornFrom the Crossfiring arts event, a desolate, anguished piece.
Quiet SeasA delicate instrumental work conveying a sense of childlike innocence.
Abandoned FarmhouseFrom the Crossfiring arts event, a fragile piece for choir and piano that deals with loss and mortality.