Norbert Schultze

German composer and conductor of music

Norbert Schultze - German composer and conductor of music
Born

January 26th, 1911
114 years ago

Died

October 14th, 2002
22 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in Germany in 1911, this composer and conductor specialized in creating film scores and classical compositions. An accomplished figure in the realm of music, contributions to cinema include work on soundtracks that strengthened narratives within various films. The composer’s music was characterized by its ability to evoke emotion and complement visual storytelling. Collaborations with several prominent directors and involvement in film projects helped elevate the art of scoring during his career, leading to recognition within the film industry.

Composed the score for 'Die Brücke'

Conducted the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra

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