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Franz Waxman (né Wachsmann; December 24, 1906 – February 24, 1967) was a German-born composer and conductor of Jewish descent, known primarily for his work in the film music genre.
Franz Waxman led a variety of musical lives as composer, conductor and impresario. He was born in Konigshutte, Upper Silesia, Germany, on December 24, 1906, and was the youngest of six children. No one in the family was musical except Franz, who started piano lessons at the age of seven.
Feb 28, 2008 · 4.95K subscribers. 309. 72K views 16 years ago. Some of the best film music from wonderful composer Franz Waxman. ...more.
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Franz Waxman (1906-1967) was a prolific and influential composer for Hollywood films, especially for Alfred Hitchcock. He won two Oscars and composed for TV shows such as Peyton Place and Gunsmoke.
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Learn about the life and works of Franz Waxman, a prolific composer for the motion picture industry and a pioneer of the Los Angeles Music Festival. Explore his biography, discography, songbook, and more.
Dec 2, 2008 · Franz Waxman led a variety of musical lives as composer, conductor and impresario. He was born in Konigshutte, Upper Silesia, Germany, on December 24, 1906, and was the youngest of...
May 23, 2017 · Learn about the life and work of Franz Waxman, a German-American composer who scored over 150 films and wrote oratorios and song cycles. Discover his neo-Romantic style, his influences and his legacy in this retrospective article.
