Philip Sheppard is a visionary composer, producer, and virtuoso cellist renowned for his work across various creative fields. He is the founder of LifeScore, the world’s leading adaptive music company, incubated at Abbey Road Studios and supported by IDEO and Warner Music Group. LifeScore creates real-time soundtracks that adapt to the listener’s environment, showcasing Philip’s innovative spirit.
With over 65 scores for film, television, gaming, and theater, Philip’s compositions include the acclaimed video game “DETROIT: Become Human” and the popular Star Wars Force Awakens Comic Con trailer. His film scores feature works such as “Mercury 13” on Netflix, “The Final Year,” and “In the Shadow of the Moon.” Philip’s collaborations span across top-tier artists like Odesza, Pretty Lights, UNKLE, and rock legends like David Bowie and Grace Jones. His solo orchestral album, “Somewhere Along the Edge,” recorded at Abbey Road Studios, highlights his unique compositional style.
Philip’s expertise extends to producing large-scale live events, including the music direction for the London 2012 Handover sequence at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and composing music for the ceremony. He also arranged and recorded all national anthems for the winners’ ceremonies at the 2012 London Olympics. His portfolio includes significant events like the Tour de France and the Rugby World Cup.
A true innovator, Philip has pioneered the integration of classical music with technology. He invented “Compose Yourself,” a revolutionary game that allows children to create their own symphonic works, earning accolades from Time Magazine for Kids and the Wall Street Journal.
Philip is a sought-after speaker on creative innovation, delivering keynotes at prestigious conferences and for major corporations. He addresses topics such as the intersection of music and data, and the innate musical ability within everyone. An Oscars voter, a member of the Emmys Academy, and honored with a lifetime achievement award from the Royal Academy of Music, Philip’s contributions to music and education continue to inspire and innovate. Named one of Origin Magazine’s “Top 100 Creatives in the U.S.,” his influence in the music industry is profound and far-reaching.