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Composer Quote by Howard Shore

“I always go back to the original material. I want a good connection as the composer and writer of the score to the director and to the source material. It's really important.” quote by Howard Shore
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“I always go back to the original material. I want a good connection as the composer and writer of the score to the director and to the source material. It's really important.”

Howard Shore

About This Quote

Source Interview: Composer discussion, 2015

Emphasizes returning to source material to ensure deep collaboration between composer, director, and original work.

In simple terms: Go back to original source for strong collaboration.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize original material for authentic connections.

Themes

collaboration authenticity creativity

Mood

reflective professional

Type

advice process

When to use this quote

  • directors
  • composers
  • screenwriters
  • production meetings

Key Concepts

film scoring artistic partnership

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does original material shape your creative decisions?
  • When might deviation be beneficial?
A Different Perspective

May limit innovative reinterpretation if over‑reliant on original.

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