Movie Night Spectacle: 23rd of November
In the current month, marked for Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, Howard Goodall is presenting a captivating programme of film scores that revolve around the theme of remembrance.
The programme, airing this month, is not just a collection of music from films, but a poignant journey through the power of music in evoking memories and reflection.
Goodall, known for his extensive work in the world of music, will be guiding listeners through this moving exploration.
Among the scores to be featured in the programme, John Williams' masterpieces from iconic films like Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, and Munich will undoubtedly be highlights. Williams' music, often composed on the theme of memory, has left an indelible mark on cinema history.
Not to be outshone, the programme will also include Ron Goodwin's stirring music from the Battle of Britain, a piece that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Dario Marianelli's 'Elegy for Dunkirk' from Atonement, a film centrally involving memory and remembrance, will also be featured. Marianelli's score beautifully encapsulates the raw emotions of the film.
The programme will delve into the works of Ennio Morricone as well, with his music from Casualties of War providing a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in war.
While Vaughan Williams' music may not be directly connected to major films explicitly about memory, his scores have frequently been used in films evoking reflection and memory. His score to Scott of the Antarctic will be highlighted in the programme.
Goodall will also explore the theme of remembrance in the context of movies, shedding light on how music can transport us to different times and places, helping us remember and honour the past.
The programme promises to be a moving tribute to the power of music in cinema, and a fitting commemoration of significant events. Tune in to experience this musical journey of remembrance.
