Mark D. Dunnett

Please only contact serious inquiries. Mark, an award-winning and active film composer and experienced instructor of composition, orchestration, guitar, piano, and ukulele, tailors fun, personalized lessons for students aged 5–100, including those with special needs. His students, who often study with him for 3–4 years, pursue music as a career, hobby, or therapy. He emphasizes enjoyment, ear training, theory, and technical musicality. “I really try to teach the instrument in a fun way—especially with kids—but also encourage musicality, including ear training, theory, and an understanding of what makes good music technically. Having fun is the best way to learn.” Mark studied classical theory and piano at the Royal Conservatory of Music before earning a B.A. in Film Scoring and Composition from Berklee College of Music, mentored by renowned composer John Bavicchi. He was featured in *Guitar World Magazine*’s Hometown Heroes column. In 2025, Mark has won five festival awards for his score in the action/crime feature *Escobank*, including **Best Composer** (Paris Art & Film Awards) and **Best Score** (Pisa Cinema Carnival). He also received the Work of Excellence Trophy in Buenos Aires.