I use hitfilm 4 express , find it pretty simply and easy to use. I find many other programs over do it on too many functions and can divert you from doing what you actually intended. Also its initially free and also has more features now than the previous models. The atomic particles and music wave patterns i found a good addition. Main feature i also found great for my needs is you can choose to buy what you need instead of purchasing a massive package and only using a quarter of a program. which has then cost you over £200 squid.
Im having fun with it , and im a complete novice to any designing.
the funk