Podcast Music in the Movies — 14 — Max Steiner

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This episode looks at the music of Max Steiner, the father of film scores, from the early 1930’s through the 1940’s. The focus is on two of these scores, King Kong and The Big Sleep. Included is an in depth study of the latter with a five minute suite of its themes. The influences on Max Steiner are discussed, showcasing pieces composed by Richard Strauss and Gustav Mahler, that led to the development of his musical ideas.