Imagine yourself in a movie theatre viewing a thrilling action film. As the movie begins and characters and scenes fill the screen, an ascending cadence is heard that establishes the film's tone.
National Film Score Day is observed annually on April 3 to honour and recognise the talented composers who have enhanced the appeal of a film. These film compositions captivate audiences long after the end credits have rolled and significantly contribute to the popularity of the film. This day honours the talented composers who created these immortal film scores. Film compositions are typically instrumental pieces.
Imagine yourself in a movie theatre viewing a thrilling action film. As the movie begins and characters and scenes fill the screen, an ascending cadence is heard that establishes the film’s tone. Gradually, the music notes build in volume and heighten your anticipation. The audience is awestruck by the scenes unfolding on the screen accompanied by the soothing music. The film is now beginning to cast a spell over you.
The film score is the musical accompaniment that frequently marks the commencement and key events. Consider any iconic and classic film, and the likelihood is that it has a memorable film score. Imagine “James Bond” or “Harry Potter” without their iconic scores! These films would not have the same impact without their captivating compositions. The film’s score elevates and enhances the film’s atmosphere and keeps you riveted to the screen. National Film Score Day was created by Jeffrey D. Kern of Movie Scores and More Radio, a popular internet radio station that plays movie soundtracks, to honour these iconic scores and their talented composers. However, why did he select April 3?
Miklós Rózsa, a legendary composer, composed the score for the incredible film “The Jungle Book,” which was released by United Artists on April 3, 1942. Both the soundtrack and the film were phenomenally successful. Subsequently, the composition was recorded as a soundtrack with narration and independently released to rave reviews from music and film enthusiasts. National Film Score Day commemorates the release of “The Jungle Book” to recognise the beginning of the importance of film scores.
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Alfred Hitchcock’s horror film is credited with having the most terrifying score ever composed by Bernard Hermann.
The comedy film’s original composition by jazz veteran Henry Mancini was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
In this timeless classic, John Williams’ minimalist yet eerie theme heightened the shark’s dread.
Williams followed “Jaws” with an additional memorable score.
James Horner’s masterworks are as immortal as James Cameron’s ocean-based epic about love, hope, and separation.
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2023 | April 3 | Monday |
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2027 | April 3 | Saturday |
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