Listen "Hans Zimmer on Performance"
Episode Synopsis
This special episode of Sound of Cinema features an exclusive interview with the legendary film composer and record producer, Hans Zimmer.Hosted by Matthew Sweet, this programme dives into the growth of live film music, exploring how scores are reworked for the concert platform.With a catalogue of iconic soundtracks including Pirates of the Caribbean, Inception, and The Dark Knight, Hans Zimmer is a household name. Tune in to find out how he got started in the music industry, where his inspiration comes from and how he prepares for a live performance.Sharing the stage in this episode is Debbie Wiseman, the award winning composer behind the music of Wolf Hall, and Bear McCreary, a composer who is celebrated for his work on Battlestar Galactica, God of War and more.To listen to this programme (using most smart speakers) just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Sound of Cinema"
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