Name: The Classics
Brand: Hans Zimmer

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889853228119

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Limited edition

Release date

2016-08-18

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Sales:8.875

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LPx2

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Hans Zimmer

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Soundtracks

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Sony

Hans Zimmer is a German composer and record producer. He was born on September 12, 1957 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Zimmer began his musical career playing keyboards and synthesizers with various bands before working with film composer Stanley Myers. His breakthrough came with the score for the film "Rain Man" (1988), which earned him an Academy Award nomination. Since then, Zimmer and his studios have composed music for numerous major blockbusters, including "The Lion King" (1995) for which he won an Academy Award. Based in Santa Monica, California, Zimmer's studio Remote Control Productions has hosted many accomplished producers.

Zimmer's extensive catalogue of work includes composing the theme for the boxing series "Lights Out" (2005) and producing soundtracks for the anime series "Blood+" (2005). His studio has been home to talented composers such as Harry Gregson-Williams and John Powell.

With his authoritative presence in the industry, Hans Zimmer continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his exceptional compositions that bring films to life.

Soundtracks | Vinyl LPs, CDs, Merch | Rough Trade

Double vinyl LP pressing of this release containing stunning new recordings arranged especially for some of the world's most exciting musicians including The Piano Guys, 2CELLOS, Lang Lang, Till Brönner, Lindsey Stirling and others. The Classics is a stunning 2016 album from the world's most exciting film composer, Hans Zimmer. The album features back-to-back blockbuster hits including the iconic music from Pirates of the Caribbean, Academy Award-winner The Lion King, the powerful and evocative theme from The Dark Knight Rises and the Platinum-selling "Now We Are Free" from Gladiator. This incredible collection is a must-have for all fans of the most in-demand composer in Hollywood. Hans Zimmer has scored more than 120 films, which have, combined, grossed over 24 billion dollars at the worldwide box office. He has been honored with an Academy Award, two Golden Globes, three Grammys, an American Music Award and a Tony award.

The Classics

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