Maurice Jarre

Film composer for iconic soundtracks

Maurice Jarre - Film composer for iconic soundtracks
Born

September 13th, 1924
100 years ago

Died

March 28th, 2009
15 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A composer and conductor, made significant contributions to film music. Jarre scored over 150 films, gaining major recognition for collaborations with director David Lean. Worked on the scores for classic films such as 'Lawrence of Arabia,' 'Doctor Zhivago,' and 'Ghost.' Jarre's innovative blending of orchestral elements with electronic music resonated in the film industry. Received three Academy Awards for Original Score, establishing a lasting legacy in film composition.

Won Academy Awards for 'Lawrence of Arabia', 'Doctor Zhivago', and 'A Passage to India'

Composed music for 'Ghost' which earned a Grammy Award

Collaborated with director David Lean on major films

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