BEN TRAINOR

aka PAPER WATCH

COMPOSER SONGWRITER PHOTOGRAPHER

SHOWS DEMO REEL MERCH CREDITS

PAPER WATCH

My indie-acoustic-alternative-emo project

SCORES

I'd love to compose an original score for your project

ORIGAMI POST

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2025's goings-on.
Two deadlines converged in a yellow wood
Observations from opposing scoring projects.

CONTACT

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SHOWS

DEMO REEL

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Welcome To Kurath Thor
epic, sci-fi, orchestral
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Go on Searching
atmospheric, drama
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Major Jones
documentary, background, motivational
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Paper Watch - Gideon
rock, alternative, acoustic
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Revenge of the Bardains
tactical, medieval
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Lofi Groove 1
lofi, jazz, chill
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Hidden Leaders
acoustic, blues, indie rock
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Extinguished
drama, fantasy, strings, piano
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Combat
action, rpg, power metal
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Ain't Never Been To Mexico
blues, ragtime, piano
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Ideological Conflict
noir, jazz, trio
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The Claw Appears
horror, metal
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FROG-MAN V
horror, '80s, synth
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Paper Watch - We Are The Swimmers
rock, acoustic
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Enchantment
fantasy, mystery, chamber
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MERCH

CDs, zines, photo prints, tabs

TESTIMONIALS

What people are saying

[Ben's] work is professional, he's quick and reliable, he's willing to go the extra mile, and he's personally just a really easy guy to get along with. I highly recommend him for any of your audio needs.
Randall Kendrick | documentary filmmaker
As an educator and professional theatre practitioner for over thirty years, I recommend Ben Trainor without reservation. His experience, communication skills, collaborative abilities, reliability, and creativity will be immeasurable assets. [His] compositions added immense depth and professionalism to our project.
Kristin Klonowski | director, actress
Ben is a musical WIZARD and it was such a pleasure to work with him! I'd compare it to working with the likes of John Williams if I'd ever worked with John Williams. He added a whole new level of intrigue and immersion for our audience. 11/10.
Isabella Gray | director, actress
The earthtone soundtrack, complete with vinyl needle-and groove-texture, creates the perfect accompaniment...on a rainy Manhattan night. Ben Trainor's original score provides just the right touches for the drama without ever being obtrusive or distracting.
Gavin Richardson | actor, professor, reviewer

ORIGAMI STUDIOS

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