Bach Quote by Ennio Morricone
“Bernard Herrmann used to write all his scores by himself. So did Bach, Beethoven and Stravinsky. I don't understand why this happens in the movie industry.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Composer on Film Scoring, Ennio Morricone, 2015
Composers historically wrote music alone, but modern film industry often separates composition from performance, reducing artistic control.
In simple terms: Solo composition preserves artistic integrity.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for composers' involvement in performance.
Themes
music
film
authorship
collaboration
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
industry
artistic
When to use this quote
- film scoring
- music production
- composer workshops
Key Concepts
creative control
industry practices
artistic integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- Should composers demand more involvement?
- What are the benefits of collaboration?
A Different Perspective
Industry constraints can limit resources and time.
