Crystal D'Esprit - Composer, Songwriter, and Sound Designer

Crystal D'Esprit began their musical journey at the tender age of seven, classically trained on the flute and joining county and national orchestras as a child. This early immersion in music laid the foundation for a diverse and accomplished career in music composition, songwriting, and sound design.

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With extensive experience spanning orchestral, electronic music production, jazz, pop, and rock, Crystal D'Esprit has explored numerous genres, demonstrating remarkable versatility. Her adaptability shines through in her work on film scores and game soundtracks, where the narrative drives the choice of genre, resulting in a unique and cohesive sonic experience.

Crystal D'Esprit has contributed to various notable projects, including composing for "Abigail's Signature" and trailers. Currently, she is engaged in sound design and music composition for a game while simultaneously building an album for sync licensing along with remastering a back catalogue, driven by her passion for songwriting.

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In 2023, Crystal D'Esprit was honoured with the Emerging Composer of the Year award at the Apulia Soundtrack Awards. Additionally, they won the "Foley the World" competition, bringing a 1920s silent movie to life with innovative sound design. These accolades highlight her exceptional talent and creativity in the field.

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Key highlights of Crystal D'Esprit's career include composing their first symphony, having her first produced song recognised by Universal Digital in 2006, and collaborating with renowned composers such as Simon Franglen of the Avatar series and Cyril Morin in Italy in 2023 in Masterclasses.

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Academically, Crystal D'Esprit holds a foundation degree in Creative Audio and a Bachelor's degree in Sound for Games and Apps, complemented by early ABRSM exams in flute performance. Her education has equipped her with the technical expertise and creative insight necessary for this craft.

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Operating from a well-equipped Mac-based studio, Crystal D'Esprit utilises Logic Pro X, alongside Foley and sound design techniques, to create unique textures and sounds. Her proficiency extends to implementing these elements in game engines like Unity and Unreal, using middleware such as FMOD and Wwise.

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Crystal D'Esprit's creative process is dynamic and project-dependent. For instance, her latest song, "In The Flame," was crafted swiftly in just four days with the main structure of the song taking just 10 minutes to write then producing interwoven orchestral elements. Conversely, film and animation scoring involves meticulous planning, spotting points, transitions, and emotive details to achieve a cohesive and impactful score.

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One of the most significant challenges Crystal D'Esprit has faced is managing her health and overcoming the obstacles posed by her disability. Despite these challenges, composition and sound design serve as therapeutic outlets, enabling her to create meaningful and inspiring work. Each completed piece stands as a testament to her resilience and dedication.

Looking ahead, Crystal D'Esprit aims to score full feature films and establish passive income streams through sync licensing her music. She aspires to collaborate with a publishing company to expand their music's reach and impact.

With a passion for storytelling through music and sound.

Crystal D'Esprit continues to push the boundaries of their craft, creating immersive and evocative experiences for audiences worldwide.

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