Harry Gregson-Williams

Harry Gregson-Williams

Author: Disney Music Group, Treefort, Jon Burlingame August 23, 2019 Duration: 26:15
Composer Harry Gregson-Williams tells host Jon Burlingame how he helped make penguins seem even more charming and funny in Disneynature's documentary, Penguins. They go on to discuss why Harry actually enjoys the stress of conducting his own scores and how his own children are both his best audience and critics. Harry also gives a sneak peek into the music for the upcoming live-action Mulan film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Step inside the recording studio and pull up a chair. Disney For Scores is a conversation, an intimate and revealing look at the artists who create the musical heart of our favorite stories. Guided by host and renowned journalist Jon Burlingame, each episode feels like a private session with the composers themselves, unpacking the craft and the personal journeys behind iconic film and television music. This isn't just about notes on a page; it's about the late-night inspiration, the collaborative breakthroughs, and the hidden meanings woven into melodies we know by heart. In this season's conversations, you'll discover the creative process behind the epic sound of Marvel's Avengers, the emotional depth in Pixar's Toy Story and Coco, and the inventive rhythms of scores for Captain Marvel and Ralph Breaks the Internet. The podcast, presented by Disney Music Group and Treefort, offers unparalleled access, sharing stories and musical sketches that have rarely, if ever, been heard publicly. It’s for anyone who has ever been moved by a film's soundtrack and wondered about the people and passion that brought it to life. Tune in to hear how these modern masters translate emotion into score, building the unseen architecture that makes cinematic moments truly unforgettable.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 45

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Podcast Episodes
Natalie Holt [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:33
“Award winning composer Natalie Holt joins host Jon Burlingame to describe her process of creating the otherworldly soundscapes of both Loki and Obi-Wan Kenobi. They discuss her unique approach to composing for heritage…
Matt Sullivan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:59
Grammy® nominated music producer and supervisor Matt Sullivan sits down with host Jon Burlingame to discuss his role as executive music producer on Steven Spielberg’s newest film, “West Side Story.” Sullivan explains how…
David Newman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:54
Host Jon Burlingame speaks with conductor and Academy Award® nominated film composer David Newman about his role in translating Leonard Bernstein’s original music to Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story.” Newman explains…
Lin-Manuel Miranda and Germaine Franco [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:34
In this special episode, Host Jon Burlingame sits down first with award-winning composer, lyricist and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda to discuss how his large family, The Little Mermaid and Colombian musician Carlos Vives infl…
Ramin Djawadi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:43
Iron Man and Game of Thrones composer Ramin Djawadi joins host Jon Burlingame to talk about his most recent partnership with Marvel Studios on Eternals. Djawadi reveals what it was like to work with Academy Award® winnin…
Danny Elfman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:47
Host Jon Burlingame sits down with legendary composer Danny Elfman to talk about his scoring of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and his decades-long collaboration with Tim Burton. Danny also reveals to Jon the fascinati…
Alan Menken (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:09
In the second episode of a two part series, legendary eight-time Oscar-winning composer and songwriter Alan Menken continues his conversation with host Jon Burlingame. Together, they discuss Alan's transition to new writ…
Alan Menken (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:03
In the first episode of a two part series, legendary eight-time Oscar winning composer and songwriter Alan Menken sits down with host Jon Burlingame to discuss his career. Alan takes the audience back to his beginnings a…
Lorne Balfe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:23
Host Jon Burlingame talks to Lorne Balfe, composer of the score for Marvel Studios' new film, Black Widow. Lorne reveals how he immersed himself in Russian music and culture in order to create a memorable sound for Natas…
Nicholas Britell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:21
Emmy winning composer Nicholas Britell sits down with host Jon Burlingame to discuss his process combining orchestra and classic rock in the score for Disney’s Cruella. Britell talks about his musical history and how his…