Name: A Symphonic Celebration - Music From The Studio Ghibli Films Of Hayao
Brand: Joe Hisaishi

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Catalogue number

B003735601

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Blue

Colour details

Sky Blue

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-09-29

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Unive­rsal

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Sales:8.875

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602448987693

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1000123791

602448812292

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Artist

Joe Hisaishi

Genre US

Soundtracks

Label US

Deutsche Grammophon

Joe Hisaishi is a Japanese composer, musical director, conductor and pianist. Born on December 6, 1950 in Nagano, he began his career as a composer of modern music while studying at the Kunitachi College of Music. Initially drawn to minimalist music, Hisaishi adopted the stage name "Hisaishi Joe" inspired by Quincy Jones. With a diverse body of work spanning various genres and collaborations with renowned filmmakers like Hayao Miyazaki, Hisaishi has established himself as one of Japan's most influential musicians.
Throughout his career, Hisaishi has composed scores for numerous films and television shows. He is particularly known for his collaborations with acclaimed animator Hayao Miyazaki on films such as "Spirited Away," "My Neighbor Totoro," and "Princess Mononoke." His evocative compositions blend elements of classical music with contemporary styles, creating captivating soundscapes that enhance the storytelling in each film.
In addition to his work in film scoring, Hisaishi has also released solo albums showcasing his skills as a pianist and composer. These albums feature original compositions as well as arrangements of popular songs from various genres. With his unique musical style characterized by emotional depth and melodic beauty, Hisaishi continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

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Hitchock and Herrmann, Spielberg and Williams, Zemeckis and Silvestri, Burton and Elfman, Fellini and Rota. There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when a director and composer work together for an extended period; their imaginations are fueled by an artistic sensibility which becomes, inevitably, entwined. Such deep understanding between two artists has proffered memorable, even legendary, cinemusical experiences. But there’s another of these partnerships we must honor and mention in the same breath, that of director Hayao Miyazaki and composer Joe Hisaishi

A Symphonic Celebration - Music From The Studio Ghibli Films Of Hayao

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