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Carl William Stalling (November 10, 1891 – November 29, 1972) was an American composer, voice actor and arranger for music in animated films. He is most closely associated with the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies shorts produced by Warner Bros., where he averaged one complete score each week, for 22 years.
Carl W. Stalling (1891-1972) was a pioneer of musical scoring for animated cartoons, especially at Warner Brothers. He used popular songs, Raymond Scott's "Powerhouse" theme, and his own inventive timing device to create memorable soundtracks for Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies.
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Learn about the life and work of Carl W. Stalling, the composer of musical scores for animated cartoons at Disney and Warner Brothers. Find out how he invented the "tick" method, used popular songs as musical puns, and influenced Raymond Scott.
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Mar 30, 2018 · An exploration of the music of America wouldn’t be complete with a nod to Carl Stalling, the man behind the madcap music of Looney Tunes.
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Carl William Stalling was an American composer, voice actor and arranger for music in animated films. He is most closely associated with the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies shorts produced by Warner Bros., where he averaged one complete score each week, for 22 years.
Nov 27, 2020 · Stalling served as musical director for the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series from 1936 until his retirement in 1958, ultimately ending up being credited for over 600 animated films over the course of 22 years.
Dec 5, 2003 · Carl Stalling: The wackiest soundtracks ever. The singular advantage of growing up in the 1950s was being able to watch Looney Toons on television. But the children of today need no longer feel...
