Alfred Newman
1900 - 1970
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Biography
Alfred Newman was an American composer, conductor, and arranger, renowned for his prolific work in film and television. He composed score music for over 200 motion pictures and earned nine Academy Award nominations, winning nine Oscars in various categories such as Best Score and Best Song. Newman was the head of 20th Century-Fox's music department and contributed significantly to shaping the sound of Hollywood. His compositions and arrangements are celebrated for their emotive power and innovative orchestration.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Sometimes a musical score is a better explanation of the emotional content than words.
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I am not intimidated by anything. I am always in control.
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Music tells you about the character's state of mind.
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Orchestration should be more than just picking up the rhythm and repeating it.
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A well-arranged record tends to blur the distinction between arrangement and composition. It's a nice paradox, but one which you must solve at all times.