Tempo

- Season 1

(2019)

Uncle Luis (Rudy Mancuso) is the world's most unreliable voice of wisdom. In this musical piece, he teaches little Jimmy the ways of life by imparting his simple yet masterful philosophy: everybody sucks. Through song and dance, the two embark on a satirical journey that breaks down a pessimistic, ridiculous, and hilarious way of viewing the world.

As Rudy Mancuso composes a western-themed musical piece, we dive into the chaotic cowboy world of "The Gunslinger." Rudy enters the story world as a man on a mission - save the damsel. The bigger question - who is good, who is bad, and what will happen next?

As Rudy Mancuso composes a 1930s-themed ragtime piece, we're transported into the colorless world where a Chaplin-like character desperately attempts to juggle two dates - one romantic, and one accidental. Can he pull it off? There are a lot of moving parts in this world. Will Rudy drop the ball?

As Rudy Mancuso composes an orchestral epic Foley-Style sound design, we're transported into the medieval world of "The Knight", where a duel unfolds within an unlikely twist.

As Rudy Mancuso composes an intense, rhythmic thriller theme, he finds his mind thrust into the high-stakes world of international espionage, spies, and secret documents. He finds himself tied up and must work his sleuthing skills alongside a partner if either are to escape.

Rudy Mancuso starts his studio session with a militaristic snare drum. This immediately drops him into a 1940s training montage. Rudy grows faster and stronger, building his confidence until - he is dropped into a war zone where he realizes the realities of war are beyond training exercises.

Rudy and his brother Eddy live paycheck to paycheck as dishwashers at a local restaurant. When Rudy has the opportunity to get into the world of professional boxing, Eddy helps his brother achieve greatness. As the two brothers diverge on different paths of life, Eddy is left behind as Rudy becomes a star. As Rudy fades from the spotlight and back to obscurity, Eddy begins his own journey to greatness.

Rudy composes three themes, for a story of unrequited love that spans decades.