I've always looked at guys who I've admired, like John…
“I've always looked at guys who I've admired, like John Williams and Lalo Schifrin and Max Steiner, and looked at the choices they made and always try to take a cue from that.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He studies the creative decisions of admired composers to inform his own work.
In simple terms: Learning by example
Key Takeaway
Model after greats
Themes
inspiration
learning
creative process
mentorship
analysis
Mood
curious
respectful
Type
advice
reflection
When to use this quote
- film scoring
- video‑game music composition
- arranging orchestral pieces
Key Concepts
musical influence
artistic decision‑making
Practical Applications
- Developing original scores
- Teaching composition techniques
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply a mentor’s choices to your own style?
- What criteria define a ‘good’ artistic decision?