Online Program
Online Lecture: Road to the Oscars — The Masters of Modern Film Scores
Program No. 25107RJ
Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the musical work of today’s leading film composers.
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At a Glance
Join Emanuel Abramovits for the first lecture in this Oscars season series to explore the musical work of today’s leading film composers. From Thomas Newman’s evocative score for 'American Beauty' and Hans Zimmer’s innovative music for 'Interstellar' to Rachel Portman’s elegant melodies in 'Emma,' Jonny Greenwood’s haunting compositions for 'The Power of the Dog' and Justin Hurwitz’s vibrant score for 'La La Land,' discover how these artists shape the sound of modern cinema. Through engaging anecdotes and audiovisuals, learn how film scores bring stories to life.
General Notes
This lecture is the first in a series of three lectures. To attend the full series, please also enroll in "Road to the Oscars — Recent Oscar-Winning Scores" (#25148) on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2 p.m. ET/ 11 a.m. PT and "Road to the Oscars — The Masters of Modern Film Scores" (#25164) on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 2 p.m. ET/ 11 a.m. PT. The cost is $25 per lecture. Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and reminder emails leading up to the lecture. On the morning of the event, you will receive an email with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.