Lalo Schifrin

Composer of the 'Mission: Impossible' theme

Lalo Schifrin - Composer of the 'Mission: Impossible' theme
Born

June 21st, 1932
92 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Argentina

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Born in Argentina, a pianist, composer, and conductor became prominent in the film and television music industry. Early education in classical music shaped a unique style that blended jazz with orchestral elements. Collaborated with notable figures in music and film, contributing to various soundtracks, including 'Mission: Impossible' and 'Cool Hand Luke'. Other works encompass scores for films like 'The Exorcist' and 'Bullitt'. Career includes significant contributions to television, with compositions for series like 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.'. Received multiple Grammy Awards for excellence in music.

Composed the theme for 'Mission: Impossible'

Worked on the score for 'Bullitt'

Composed music for 'Cool Hand Luke'

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