Christophe Beck
Film score composer and conductor
Born
November 30th, 1972
52 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A Canadian composer focused on film and television scores, gained recognition for contributions to the industry through works that blend orchestral and electronic elements. Achievements include scoring music for popular films and series, showcasing versatility in various genres. Notable projects include 'Frozen,' which earned an Academy Award for Best Original Song, and 'Wreck-It Ralph.' Beck also composed for television series such as 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'The Muppets.' His work in animation and family films has been well received and is frequently highlighted in reviews.
Composed score for 'Frozen'
Worked on 'Wreck-It Ralph'
Composed music for 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'
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