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Magnificent Movie Music: The Heartbeat of Film with Dr. Rachel Franklin

Rachel Franklin, doctor of musical arts

Experiencing superb movie music can have a life-long impact. Film music can inspire and romance us. It can affect us so profoundly that we fall in in love with the movie without noticing that we’re watching it with our ears! Music can salvage a bad movie and make a good one great. With fascinating clips, witty commentary and gorgeous piano demonstrations, concert pianist and movie fanatic Rachel Franklin will delve into the hidden magic of some of the greatest film music ever composed. We look at the history and craft behind the composer’s work, enjoy some Oscar-winning sounds and share great movie trivia. Films to be discussed include 2001: A Space Odyssey, To Kill a Mockingbird, Psycho and Star Wars.

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