Episode 5: John Altman - BAFTA and Emmy award winning composer, arranger and musician
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Episode 5: John Altman - BAFTA and Emmy award winning composer, arranger and musician
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About this listen
Join us as we delve into the fascinating career of John Altman, a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning composer and arranger. From working with legends like Diana Ross and Amy Winehouse to scoring iconic scenes in films like "Titanic" and "GoldenEye," John shares his incredible experiences and insights into the world of music composition.
Key Highlights:
John's early musical influences and family background. The story behind arranging "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" for Monty Python. Insights into composing for films and the unique challenges it presents. Anecdotes from working with renowned artists and directors. The evolution of music in commercials and TV shows.
John’s Web and social links:
John’s Altman's Book - Hidden Man - My many musical lives
https://amzn.to/46xEpYH
https://www.instagram.com/johnaltmanofficial
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7lOzXZOSd2FAQ8LBcJWFdL?si=IPKtL1QqTMih2qt9jgTueQ
IMDb
John Altman's IMDb page
John’s Wikipedia Page:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Altman_(composer)
Me'sha and the Stage & Screen links:
Stage & Screen Links:
@meshabryan
meshabryan.com
@stageandscreenpodcast
stageandscreenpodcast.com
00:00 Introduction
01:20 Early Musical Influences and beginnings
04:56 Career Progression and Collaborations
11:10 The Creative Process of Composing Music
16:40 Navigating Music Copyright and Originality
22:15 Collaborations with Directors and Artists
32:02 Navigating Royalties and Historical Context
33:30 Collaborating with Renowned Artists
35.24 The Birth of the 10 Room
38:35 Memorable Performances and Celebrity Encounters
40:05 The 10 Room’s Unique Atmosphere
46:32 The Evolution of Live Music Venues
49:24 The Importance of Community in Music
52:04 Reflections on Musical Connections
56:02 The Creative Process and Pressure
01:03:40 The Musical Journey of Titanic
01:07:57 The Haunting Legacy of Titanic’s Orchestra
01:09:55 Artistic Choice in Film and Music
01:11:59 Reflection on Career and (no) Regrets
01:15:57 The Importance of Collaboration
01:20:00 Recognition and Awards in the Music Industry