Carmine De Martino on SoundBetter

Hello, I am an Italian pianist and composer. I love all forms of Art, from music to cinema, from photography to cooking, from the paintings of Van Gogh to free kicks from Pirlo.

I am an Italian composer and multi-instrumentalist with a Degree in Composition & Film Scoring and a background in professional acting. This unique combination allows me to approach every project with a deep narrative sensibility, translating visual emotions into compelling musical landscapes.

Why Choose Me:
Proven Reach: Over 1 million streams on Spotify/Apple Music. Featured in editorial playlists like Classic New Releases.
Elite Experience: Performed at Sting’s private estate and luxury venues (Capri, Positano, Sorrento).
Academic Rigor: Specialized in orchestration and scoring through masterclasses with masters like Paolo Buonvino and Lucia Ronchetti.
Social Impact: My track "Home" was officially selected by Save the Children.

Services:
Film Scoring: Custom soundtracks that enhance the director's vision and screenplay.
Piano & Arrangement: Professional piano tracks (by ear or score) in any style.
Songwriting: Original songs and high-quality demos with virtual instruments.
Transcriptions: Accurate lead sheets and vocal melody (top-line) writing.

Whether you need an evocative cinematic score or a refined piano arrangement, I bring passion and technical excellence to every note.

Let’s discuss your project, click 'Contact' and let’s get to work! =)

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Credits

Discogs verified credits for Carmine de Martino

Francesco Malapena
Save The Children

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Very talented and works very quickly. Will be using him again soon.
by Lekesha B.
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First time working with Carmine De Martino. Excellent at what he does. Differently will use him again.

Interview with Carmine De Martino

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Two years ago I directed my first short movie "Il Valzer delle Nuvole" that won the Social World Film Festival; I also composed the soundtrack that was choose from the Spotify Editor for the Playlist "Classic New Releases". It made me so happy.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I am working on a new original pianosolo album.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I studied and graduate at Academy of Dramatic Arts in Naples. I started playing the classical guitar at first and then the piano, chasing the dream of the composition. I took part in shows with tours throughout Italy (as Dignità Autonome di Prostituzione both as a musician and as an actor), I wrote, directed and starred "Il Valzer delle Nuvole" a short film that won the Social World Film Festival as Best Opera and awarded at the Cannes Film Festival. I also won the "Jeunes en Action: L'Italie à Montrouge" competition to play "Natale in casa Cupiello" in Paris
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Simple and elegant.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would like to work with Giorgia because she has an amazing voice and she brings emotions in every note she sings. And I really would like to play with Ed Sheeran because he has Music in each part of him.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Understand the project before you start!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Neoclassical
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: I love my job
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Emotions. I think it's the only thing that matter.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I READ and UNDERSTAND the project (screenplay, topic, email, whatever), I let myself be carried away by the project and when emotions come to me I start writing: it's not an easy nor a fast process but I need it to make the right choice when I record.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work with Logic Pro X and I record the piano with a virtual instrument that features a classic Steinway Model D concert grand piano; of course I use effects and personal presets to make the sound better.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Giovanni Allevi, Ludovico Einaudi, Yann Tiersen, Yiruma, Joep Beving, Nils Frahm, Olafur Arnalds and... Ed Sheeran =)
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I usually record emotional piano tracks for relaxing and nature videos, short films and spots.