• EP221: John Altman

  • Nov 15 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 24 mins
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • Today's episode features film composer, music arranger, orchestrator, conductor and saxophonist John Altman.


    Everybody knows John Altman’s music, but not so many people know his name. Yet he is one of the most prolific composers, conductors and arrangers in history. This vivid account of over fifty years in the world of popular music spans the worlds of live performance, recording and composing.


    In all, he has composed the music for over fifty movies, and won most major film awards in his long and distinguished career. His television and recording work included all the arrangements for the Grammy-nominated Rutles. As an arranger/conductor he has worked on hit records for stars including Rod Stewart, George Michael, Tina Turner, Barry White, Diana Ross, Björk, and Alison Moyet.


    John has also written, produced and arranged over 4,000 commercials worldwide.


    Ladies and gentlemen - always look on the bright side of life - meet John Altman...



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