Noah D. Taylor
NY
Summary
Award-winning composer, arranger, and producer with 15+ years of experience creating immersive music for film, television, video games, and themed entertainment. Specializes in orchestral, hybrid, and cinematic scoring with extensive experience producing high-quality MIDI mockups, live recordings, and large-scale media projects. Known for elevating visual storytelling through emotional narrative scoring and leading complex productions with precision and creativity. Known for creating cohesive and impactful musical scores that resonate with audiences. Focused on collaborative teamwork and delivering high-quality results, adaptable to dynamic project needs. Expertise in music theory and instrumentation combined with strong organizational skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Arranger & Composer, West Point Band
United States Military Academy
01.2015 - Current
- Produced and arranged hundreds of custom works across classical, cinematic, Broadway, pop, jazz, and choral genres.
- Composed original music for USMA media campaigns, athletics, documentaries, cadet films, and sonic branding initiatives.
- Music featured on NBC, CBS Sports, and FOX News.
- Lead producer for West Point Band’s nationally televised features including Macy’s July 4th Fireworks Spectacular (2017–2018) on NBC.
- Directed and produced concerts for audiences exceeding 10,000 attendees.
- Oversaw professional recording sessions, audio workflows, and cross-department collaboration.
Freelance Composer / Arranger / Producer
01.2010 - Current
- Compose, arrange, and produce original music for film, TV, video games, themed entertainment, and commercial clients.
- Deliver broadcast-quality MIDI mockups and mixed stems for producers, editors, and scoring stages.
- Lead recording sessions—including ensemble booking, score preparation, conducting, and engineering coordination.
- Created custom music for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, and Macy’s July 4th Fireworks.
Education
Benavidez Leader Development Program -
Columbia University
Master of Arts - Composition
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Arts - Composition
Capital University
Skills
- Film, TV & Game Composition
- Orchestration & Arranging
- Orchestral MIDI Mockups
- Conducting
- Cubase & Pro Tools
- Sibelius
- Mixing Plugins
- FMOD Middleware
- Audio Branding
- Session Producing (100 sessions)
- Concert & Show Production
- Project Management
- AI Music Tools: Suno, ACE Studio AI
AWARDS
Hollywood Independent Music Award Nominations (Best Original Recording, Best Producer) – 2025, New York Emmy Award Nomination – 2022, Telly Awards (Bronze & Silver) – 2020, Keith L. Ware Communications Award – 2017, Military Honors:, 4 Meritorious Service Medals, 5 Army Commendation Medals, 8 Army Achievement Medals, 3 Army Superior Unit Awards, 5 Army Good Conduct Medals, Humanitarian Service Medal
Timeline
Staff Arranger & Composer, West Point Band
United States Military Academy
01.2015 - Current
Freelance Composer / Arranger / Producer
01.2010 - Current
Benavidez Leader Development Program -
Columbia University
Master of Arts - Composition
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Arts - Composition
Capital University