In our first interview, we talk with Disney and Broadway songwriting team Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, who have penned hit songs for Frozen , Coco , Winnie the Pooh , Finding Nemo , and more for Disney. We discuss their creative process as songwriters, their work-life balance, and the challenges of bringing Frozen , the hit Disney animated musical, to Broadway earlier this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 06, 2018•44 min
Bonus episode! We conclude our look at Star Wars by discussing the 2nd half of the movie. We chat more about temp scores, the creative challenges of mixing, the incredible end battle sequence, and so much more. Grab a snack, sit back, and watch the 2nd half with The Soundtrack Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 05, 2018•1 hr 4 min
Bonus episode! In part one, David watches the first half of Star Wars and provides commentary about its soundtrack, unscripted. Orchestral music history, opera, sound design, and dialog recording are also discussed. Grab a bucket of popcorn, sync up the Soundtrack Show at the top, and watch along! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2018•1 hr 11 min
Our musical analysis of Star Wars comes to a conclusion as we examine music cues that didn't make the final cut of the film. We discuss the creative process, and listen to what could have been, speculating on why certain pieces were omitted or changed. We also break down Star Wars musical themes by the numbers, discovering which themes are most dominant in the movie. Plus musical storytelling techniques, listener feedback, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 23, 2018•51 min
We continue our journey through the legendary music of Star Wars from 1977, discussing how music is placed strategically throughout the film. We also take a listen to a long-forgotten theme for Darth Vader, the playful jawas, and we explore the scum and villainy of the jazzy Mos Eisley cantina. Plus, movie clips, listener feedback, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16, 2018•45 min
Star Wars and its characters are driven by musical motifs, or themes. We dive into Luke's theme, the Force, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Rebel Alliance, and Princess Leia. We take a close look at how these themes tell the story of Star Wars, plus we hear some listener feedback, interview clips, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 09, 2018•53 min
As we begin our journey into that galaxy far, far away, we discuss the life of George Lucas, the development of Star Wars , and the early temp scores that led to a symphonic masterpiece: the soundtrack for Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 02, 2018•52 min
Before Star Wars and Superman, there were the film scores of child prodigy Erich Wolfgang Korngold. When revisited today, his music and life story are both incredibly powerful. Discover how Korngold changed film scores forever, how music saved him and his family, and how he blazed the trail for decades of film scores to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2018•35 min
Jump in and explore the music of Super Mario Bros, in all of its 8-bit glory. We discuss the surprising power of video game music, the technology and innovation that drove it, and the creative process that led to this 1985 classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2018•48 min
Ahoy! Our look at Jaws concludes with the sea voyage of the Orca, as our characters attempt to hunt the hunter. The score focuses on the human spirit, and resurrects the swashbuckling film scores of classic Hollywood. Take a listen to how Jaws ushers in a renaissance of classic orchestral film scores in this action-packed climax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2018•51 min
Our "deep dive" into the music, sound and story of Jaws begins as we look closely at the first half of the movie. What we find are fascinating surprises, interesting stories, the terror of the shark, a moving family bond ... and even a dark sense of humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 04, 2018•44 min
Kicking off our first score analysis, we set the stage by discussing the problems that haunted the production of Jaws... and how these same problems were turned into advantages through the creative genius of Steven Spielberg and John Williams. We also give a brief biography of Williams' early life and career, and discuss how his experiences and technique brought a wealth of knowledge and tradition to this groundbreaking movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Mar 28, 2018•57 min
Music makes you feel, but sound makes it real. Let's discuss the other aspects of a movie mix. While often transparent to audiences, the sound design, Foley and dialog work are "50 percent of the motion picture experience." We discuss how, using examples from The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, Toy Story, and Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 21, 2018•41 min
Music is a language, and composers have a musical word that means "Death." It's been used to convey doom and gloom for over 100 years, and without knowing it, you've heard it in some of your favorite movies. From The Lord of the Rings to The Shining, we'll listen to clips that may surprise you. Composers speak with music, and now we'll know it when we hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 14, 2018•42 min
What is music? How do we define something so abstract? Something we can't see, and can only hear? This episode arms listeners with the ability to talk about their favorite soundtracks, using examples from Rocky, Superman, 2001: A Space Odyssey and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 07, 2018•33 min
In our first episode, we breakdown themes from Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Star Trek and Back To The Future, showcasing the artistry and storytelling that goes into each composition. We also discuss the origins of the word "Soundtrack," give a basic music theory demonstration, and talk about the language of music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 28, 2018•36 min
The Soundtrack Show takes listeners on a tour of movies, TV shows, video games and theater -- through their sound. Host David W. Collins breaks it all down so anyone who loves entertainment can appreciate it in a whole new way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2018•7 min
The Soundtrack Show is a weekly look at film scores and soundtracks for some of the most popular movies, TV shows, video games and theater pieces of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 22, 2018•1 min
