Jon Burlingame Bücher

The story of the music that accompanies the cinematic adventures of Ian Fleming's intrepid Agent 007 is one of surprising real-life drama. In The Music of James Bond , author Jon Burlingame throws open studio and courtroom doors alike to reveal the full and extraordinary history of the sounds of James Bond, spicing the story with a wealth of fascinating and previously undisclosed tales. Burlingame devotes a chapter to each Bond film, providing the backstory for the music (including a reader-friendly analysis of each score) from the last-minute creation of the now-famous "James Bond Theme" in Dr. No to John Barry's trend-setting early scores for such films as Goldfinger and Thunderball . We learn how synthesizers, disco and modern electronica techniques played a role in subsequent scores, and how composer David Arnold reinvented the Bond sound for the 1990s and beyond. The book brims with behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Burlingame examines the decades-long controversy over authorship of the Bond theme; how Frank Sinatra almost sang the title song for Moonraker ; and how top artists like Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones, Paul McCartney, Carly Simon, Duran Duran, Gladys Knight, Tina Turner, and Madonna turned Bond songs into chart-topping hits. The author shares the untold stories of how Eric Clapton played guitar for Licence to Kill but saw his work shelved, and how Amy Winehouse very nearly co-wrote and sang the theme for Quantum of Solace . New interviews with many Bond songwriters and composers, coupled with extensive research as well as fascinating and previously undiscovered details--temperamental artists, unexpected hits, and the convergence of great music and unforgettable imagery--make The Music of James Bond a must read for 007 buffs and all popular music fans. This paperback edition is brought up-to-date with a new chapter on Skyfall .

Renowned for his Oscar and Grammy-winning compositions, Henry Mancini created iconic music, including "Moon River" and "The Pink Panther." His career was marked by the groundbreaking success of the theme from Peter Gunn, which not only captivated audiences but also earned the first Grammy for Album of the Year. This highlights Mancini's significant impact on both film and television music, showcasing his ability to craft unforgettable melodies that have stood the test of time.

Renowned for his Oscar and Grammy-winning compositions, Henry Mancini created iconic standards like "Moon River" and memorable themes such as "The Pink Panther." His career was significantly marked by the success of the Peter Gunn theme, which not only captivated audiences but also earned the first Grammy for Album of the Year. This highlights Mancini's influence in music and his role in shaping the soundtracks of film and television.

This completely revised, updated, and expanded edition of Jon Burlingame's 1996 classic book covers themes not touched upon in the original version. With hundreds of interviews conducted over a 35-year span, this book is the most comprehensive history of television scoring to date.