newport-beach-film-festivalOn Saturday, April 25, the 16th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival will host The Art of Music in Visual Media panel during the festival’s Seminar Series. The participating composers include Marco Beltrami (Fantastic FourWorld War Z3:10 to YumaThe Wolverine), Tyler Bates (Guardians of the Galaxy300Watchmen, John WickDawn of the Dead), Matthew Margeson (Kingsman: The Secret ServiceKick-Ass 2Scouts vs. Zombies), Ryan Shore (PrimeNumbCabin Fever 2: Spring Fever) and Jason T. Miller (The Odd Couple, ‘Til DeathOut of Practice). Jon Burlingame is moderating the panel, which will feature the composers sharing their insights on what it takes to develop their scores and elevate their stories. The event will take place on April 25 at 11:00 AM at Fashion Island Cinema in Newport Beach. Visit the festival’s official website for directions and more information.