Christopher Gunning

English composer of film scores

Christopher Gunning - English composer of film scores
Born

August 5th, 1944
80 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1944, a prolific English composer focused on creating music for film and television. Gunning gained recognition for scoring the acclaimed television series 'Agatha Christie's Poirot' and the film 'The Mysteries of the Black Widow.' His work spans multiple genres, reflecting a deep understanding of orchestration and narrative support through music. With a career extending over several decades, he contributed extensively to British television and cinema through his compositions.

Scored 'Agatha Christie's Poirot'

Composed music for 'The Mysteries of the Black Widow'

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