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Book SynopsisFilm music is an increasingly popular part of the classical music repertoire, with a huge range of beautiful, dramatic and well-loved film scores coming out of Hollywood, from Star Wars to Up. From the early days of silent cinema through Hollywood's Golden Age and up to the modern-day blockbusters, this handy reference guide from Classic FM showcases some of the greatest composers of film scores, along with plenty of suggestions for musical delights ready to be discovered. Classical music plays a key role in film soundtracks, creating iconic moments and bringing classic tracks to a wide audience, from 2001: A Space Odyssey to Apocalypse Now. Packed full of essential information, this pocket-sized handbook explores the history of film music, the development of different styles, award-winning composers and the most popular pieces within the genre. Classic FM's Handy Guides are a fun and informative set of introductions to standout subjects within classical music, each of which can be read and digested in one sitting: a perfect collectible series whether you're new to the world of classical music or an aficionado.
Table of ContentsContents Introduction vii Preface ix 1 Pioneering Days 1 2 The Golden Age 7 3 New Directions 17 4 Expanding Horizons 23 5 New Frontiers 29 6 Into the New Century 35 7 Classical Composers at the Movies 47 8 That's All, Folks! 63 9 And the Winner Is - 71 10 The Top 30 Film Themes to Download 79 Where To Find Out More 87 About Classic FM 89 About the Author 91 Index 93
