Bach Quote by Ennio Morricone
“Bernard Herrmann used to write all his scores by himself. So did Bach, Beethoven and Stravinsky. I dont understand why this happens in the movie industry.”
About This Quote
The speaker laments the loss of composers personally crafting entire scores, noting that historic masters did the same, and questions modern film practices that separate composition from orchestration.
In simple terms: Loss of personal authorship in film music
Key Takeaway
Modern film scores often fragment the creative process
Themes
authorship
collaboration
historical continuity
industry practices
creative control
Mood
reflective
critical
nostalgic
Type
observation
question
When to use this quote
- film scoring
- classical composition
- music education
- production meetings
- budget constraints
Key Concepts
composer autonomy
division of labor
technological impact
Practical Applications
- advocating for composer-led orchestration
- reintroducing holistic scoring approaches
Questions to Reflect On
- How does collaboration affect artistic integrity?
- What benefits might arise from a composer controlling the full score?
A Different Perspective
While collaboration can enrich a score, many composers still oversee entire projects, using assistants for execution rather than creative input.
