In relation with this sixth lesson on the unit of Sound for Screen, I’d like to share here my main film composers for inspiration and my reference for my upcoming project for the Specialising and Exhibiting assignment. These composers are mainly famous for having composed film score exclusively from electronic devices and synthesisers, and the majority of them are also recognised musical artists, having released solo albums with good acceptance from fans of electronic music, as well as being highly acclaimed for their film compositions.
Vangelis
Vangelis (1943-2022) was a Greek film composer and musician famous for his work with synthesiser on his creations. His most famous works are Chariots of Fire, from which he received various Academy Awards, and other films like the original Blade Runner, a reference on synthesiser music as well as sci-fi musical scores and sound design.
As a musical performer, he started his career playing at rock bands but after moving to Paris he started his solo projects. Later he settled in London were achieved a big commercial success and built his home studio recording facility called Nemo Studios.
Wendy Carlos
Born in Rhode Island, Wendy studied physics and music at Brown University before becoming one of the earliest synthesizer pioneers and music composer. She worked with Stanley Kubrick at Clockwork Orange and The Shinning, and Tron for Walt Disney. She also contributed to the development of different Moog synthesisers, having been one of the most recognised artists playing their instruments.
Tron: Legacy (Daft Punk)
Although they’re mostly known for their work as electronic music producers, Thomas Bangalter and Guy De Homem-Christo (Daft Punk) composed in their work at the remake of Tron a magnificent score which featured a combination of orchestral music with electronic sounds. The film featured the duo on several scenes of the film, making this work a truly reference for electronic music scores fans, as well as being a film extremely attractive both in visual and sound effects.