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Korngold war einer der großen, wenn nicht gar der größte Filmkomponist, und sein Stil wurde zum Synonym dafür, was man von der Musik eines Hollywood-Films erwartete.

John Wilson reflects on his journey with the Sinfonia of London, and returning to Benjamin Britten and English music for the orchestra’s latest recording, an acutely personal experience for the conductor. 

With a remit explicitly aimed at supporting young professionals, Chromatica Orchestra have just appointed their first Principal Conductor. Oliver Cope talks about his plans for London’s newest, youngest orchestra. 

Erich Wolfgang Korngold life began in Imperial Vienna, where he composed lush works in typical fin-de-siècle style, but ended in the United States, having created the blueprint for the Hollywood film score. Bard College investigates his music in its 2019 “Rediscoveries” focus. 

In the late 1890s, Shakespeare's plays became a popular source for films and remained one throughout the 20th century. Here's a brief journey through time and some of the most popular films.

Sample our Korngold playlist combining the familiar with the less well known.