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With Segun Akinola's Harmonising Hollywood, and English author Michael Rosen with his Pick of the Flicks

Edith Bowman brings your weekly selection of unforgettable movie soundtracks- with composer Segun Akinola and Harmonising Hollywood, and Michael Rosen's Pick of the Flicks

Join Edith Bowman for your weekly celebration of exceptional film scores and iconic soundtracks. This week, composer Segun Akinola dives into Ludwig Göransson’s music and his bold venture into the Star Wars universe with his score to The Mandalorian. Plus, author Michael Rosen shares his Pick of the Flicks, spotlighting the distinctive sound of Austrian zither virtuoso Anton Karas.

We’ll also explore the latest soundtrack releases and revisit some timeless classics from the world of cinema

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BBC Radio 3

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Music Played

  • Jerry Goldsmith

    Medicine Man "The Trees"

    Orchestra: National Philharmonic Orchestra.
    • Varese Sarabande.

  • Segun Akinola

    Kingdom "The Pups First Wet Season"

    Orchestra: BBC National Orchestra of Wales.
    • Silva Screen Records.

  • James Horner

    An American Tail "Main Title"

    Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra.
    • BSX Records.

  • Victor Young

    Around the World in 80 Days "Sky Symphony"

    Orchestra: United Artists Studio Orchestra.
    • Digital Gramophon.

  • Jónsi & Alex

    Rental Family "Falling Petals"

    Performer: Jónsi & Alex. Performer: Jónsi & Alex.
    • Hollywood Records.

  • David Arnold

    Casino Royale (2006) "City of Lovers"

    Performer: David Arnold. Performer: Nicholas Dodd.
    • Sony Classical.

  • Daniel Blumberg

    The Testament of Ann Lee "Hunger and Thirst"

    Performer: Amanda Seyfried. Performer: Daniel Blumberg.
    • Mute.

  • Theodore Shapiro

    The Housemaid "Letter to Cece"

    Performer: Theodore Shapiro. Performer: Caroline Shaw.
    • Lakeshore Records.

  • Anton Karas

    The Third Man Theme

    Performer: BBC Concert Orchestra.
    • Jasmine Records.

  • Hildur Guðnadóttir

    The Bone Temple "Moon"

    Performer: Hildur Guðnadóttir.
    • Sony Classical.

  • Simon Franglen

    Avatar- Fire and Ash "Brothers"

    Composer: James Horner. Performer: Simon Franglen.
    • Hollywood Records.

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  • Saturday16:00
    BBC Radio 3

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