Ennio Morricone was an Italian composer and conductor, widely celebrated as one of the most prolific and influential film composers of his era. His distinctive musical motifs defined classic cinema, becoming inextricably linked with the visions of leading international filmmakers. Morricone's work is characterized by its exceptional melodic richness, innovation, and profound ability to capture the mood and emotion of cinematic narratives. His scores transcend genres, continuing to inspire new generations of artists.
This book offers an opportunity to explore the works of a renowned Italian composer known for his contributions to cinema. It provides insights and guidance for performing pieces from his celebrated repertoire, making it ideal for musicians and enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of his music.
Master composer Ennio Morricone's scores are synonymous with the Western film genre. Renowned as one of the greatest living film composers, he is celebrated for his innovative work on iconic films like The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, as well as The Mission and Cinema Paradiso. In a unique collaboration with Alessandro De Rosa, Morricone shares insights from years of discussions about life and music, culminating in what he calls "the best book ever written about me." This work opens the doors to his creative process, detailing his journey from early studies to collaborations with legendary directors such as Leone, Bertolucci, and Tarantino. Morricone explores the intricate relationship between music and cinema, revealing the creative urgency behind his experiments with "absolute music." Through these conversations, he offers profound insights into composing, adaptation, and the human experience. He reflects on the nature of memory, emphasizing that it encompasses both nostalgia and a forward-looking perspective on identity and future possibilities.
Ennio Morricone, jeden z nejznámějších a nejvlivnějších hudebních skladatelů současnosti, vypráví svůj životní příběh v jednom dlouhém rozhovoru s Alessandrem de Rosou. Společně se zamýšlí a rekapitulují Mistrův život, komentují vývoj dnešní hudby, důvody, které vedly k jeho mezinárodnímu uznání a glosují autorovy myšlenky v širších historických, společenských a kulturních souvislostech. Část knihy je věnována svědectvím významných lidí, se kterými Mistr spolupracoval – například Clint Eastwood, Fedérico Fellini, Sergio Leone, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Quentin Tarantino, Brian De Palma a mnozí další.
