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Music from the House of Hammer
Randall D. Larson
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Description for Music from the House of Hammer
hardcover. Hammer Film Productions produced Horror/Fantasy films with a unique sound. The musicians and the work they did are chronicled here in careful detail. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, ports. BIC Classification: 3JJPG; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; APF; AVA; HBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 148 x 19. Weight in Grams: 428.
In the 1950s, Hammer Film Productions, a small British filmmaking company, introduced the world to a new genre of motion picture. Referred to by some as "horror," by others as "fantasy," Hammer films had a unique look and feel that many other studios would later attempt—and fail—to capture. Hammer films also had a unique sound. For although the studio was small and the budgets limited, those involved in making the Hammer films recognized that the musical score was just as important as the set, the actors, and the script in telling the story. Consequently, Hammer Films Productions recruited the best musical talent to make its films come alive. Those artists and the work they did are chronicled here in careful detail by Randall D. Larson. From the studio's fledging days, through its great successes of the 60s and early 70s, Music from the House of Hammer offers an inside look at how the "Hammer sound" was developed and nurtured.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
Series
The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780810829756
SKU
V9780810829756
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Ref
99-15
About Randall D. Larson
Randall D. Larson has written a number of books, articles, and papers on film music, film novelizations, and horror literature.
Reviews for Music from the House of Hammer
...a fascinating examination of the enduring work of 35 of Hammer's gifted composers...you don't need a music degree to appreciate this welcome book—just an inquiring mind and two good ears.
Fangoria Magazine
...Larson offers an intelligent discussion of the composers' work, replete with biographies, a filmography and discography...an all-around good piece of work.
American Cinematographer
Larson writes knowingly and clearly...essential for anyone interested in Hammer, horror, or music in film.
Necrofile
...a thorough account of the creation of the patented musical stylings of Hammer, England's legendary monster movie studio....
Starlog
You don't need to have a musical background to appreciate Larson's writing as he clearly describes how certain themes and musical cues were employed to give the movie that extra frisson! Another must have for the devoted Hammer-phile.
Crimson
...extensive filmography and discography. If you love Hammer music then you must get this book. A great companion piece to Hammer audio CD's and videos.
Behind the Screams
If you remember these classic horror films and their scores fondly you will not be without this excellent companion....
New Zealand Film Music Bulletin
...Larson's book is recommended not only for Hammerites but also for anyone interested in horror expressed in music....
Sfra Review
...a fine achievement.
Video Watchdog
Exhaustive and accessible, Larson's book will be a welcome addition to any film-music fan's library and a special treat for Hammer film buffs.
The Cue Sheet: The Journal Of The Society For The Preservat
...this has become essential guide to the music business.
Lsoh
Fangoria Magazine
...Larson offers an intelligent discussion of the composers' work, replete with biographies, a filmography and discography...an all-around good piece of work.
American Cinematographer
Larson writes knowingly and clearly...essential for anyone interested in Hammer, horror, or music in film.
Necrofile
...a thorough account of the creation of the patented musical stylings of Hammer, England's legendary monster movie studio....
Starlog
You don't need to have a musical background to appreciate Larson's writing as he clearly describes how certain themes and musical cues were employed to give the movie that extra frisson! Another must have for the devoted Hammer-phile.
Crimson
...extensive filmography and discography. If you love Hammer music then you must get this book. A great companion piece to Hammer audio CD's and videos.
Behind the Screams
If you remember these classic horror films and their scores fondly you will not be without this excellent companion....
New Zealand Film Music Bulletin
...Larson's book is recommended not only for Hammerites but also for anyone interested in horror expressed in music....
Sfra Review
...a fine achievement.
Video Watchdog
Exhaustive and accessible, Larson's book will be a welcome addition to any film-music fan's library and a special treat for Hammer film buffs.
The Cue Sheet: The Journal Of The Society For The Preservat
...this has become essential guide to the music business.
Lsoh