Favorite animated film tunes performed by Howard Goodall
On Saturday, July 5, listeners' favourite animated movie scores were played on the radio program "Saturday Night at the Movies." The guest conductor for the evening was Howard Goodall, a renowned figure in the world of film music.
Goodall, known for his work on international masterpieces like Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle, Persepolis, and Waltz with Bashir, also included scores from Dreamworks and Pixar blockbusters such as Kung Fu Panda, Up!, Finding Nemo, and Shrek.
The playing of these animated movie scores marked a celebration of the significant role music has played in animation since the early days of cinema. Disney scores, such as those from Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Fantasia, and The Jungle Book, rate among the most popular film music of all time.
Goodall's selection of animated movie scores is considered some of the finest in film music history. Animated masterpieces from other parts of the world, like Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle, Persepolis, and Waltz with Bashir, also have significant soundtracks that add to their overall impact.
"Saturday Night at the Movies" is a program where a guest conductor plays a selection of movie scores. Howard Goodall's presence as the guest conductor on this occasion added an extra layer of excitement for listeners who tuned in to enjoy the beautiful melodies and memorable tunes from their favourite animated films.
