Ennio Morricone was an Italian composer, orchestrator, conductor, trumpeter, and pianist, known for his prolific output of film scores and classical works.
He began composing music at the age of six and was formally educated at the Saint Cecilia Conservatory in Rome.
Morricone composed over 400 scores for cinema and television, making him one of the most celebrated film composers of all time.
Biography
Early Life
Ennio Morricone was born on November 10, 1928, in Rome, Italy, into a musical family. His father, Mario Morricone, was a professional trumpeter, which influenced Ennio's early exposure to music. He began his formal music education at the Saint Cecilia Conservatory, where he excelled in trumpet, composition, and choral music. By the age of 12, he was already composing and performing, showcasing his prodigious talent early on. Morricone's upbringing in Trastevere, a vibrant neighborhood in Rome, and his education laid the foundation for his illustrious career in music.
Career
Morricone's career spanned over seven decades, during which he composed more than 400 scores for cinema and television, alongside over 100 classical works. He gained international fame for his film scores, particularly for his collaborations with director Sergio Leone on iconic films such as "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly". His unique ability to blend various musical styles made him one of the most prolific and celebrated film composers in history. Morricone's work earned him numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards and three Grammy Awards, solidifying his legacy in the music world.
Personal Life
In 1956, Morricone married Maria Travia, a lyricist who contributed to many of his works. Together, they had four children, and their partnership lasted until his death in 2020. Morricone was known for his deep love of chess, having played with many renowned players, including Garry Kasparov. He remained a lifelong resident of Italy, expressing a strong sense of national identity and political engagement, particularly with leftist ideologies.
Legacy
Morricone's influence extends beyond film music; he has inspired a wide range of artists across genres, from Metallica to Hans Zimmer. His compositions have been celebrated for their emotional depth and innovative use of orchestration. Morricone's music continues to resonate, ensuring that his legacy as a master composer endures in the hearts of fans and musicians alike.
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Discography
Ennio Morricone - Unforgettable Soundtracks, Vol. 22014
- 1.The Trio - Il Triello (extended version)7:14
- 2.Chase - Inseguimento2:27
- 3.Mucchio selvaggio2:41
- 4.For a Few Dollars More: To el Paso0:54
- 5.The Surrender (la resa)2:51
- 6.Nuovo Cinema Paradiso2:59
- 7.Chi Mai - Le Professionnel3:35
- 8.Notte di giorno4:47
- 9.Amore come Dolore6:11
- 10.She Loves Me - Lei mi ama3:53
- 11.Tema d'amore per Nata4:09
- 12.La ballata di Hank McCain - The Ballad of Hank McCain2:11
- 13.Gli intoccabili (party music)3:42
- 14.La battaglia di Algeri - The Battle of Algiers1:41
- 15.Sacco e Vanzetti2:48
Morricone Uncovered2012
- 1.“Ti ho amato” from the motion picture “Once Upon a Time in America”3:11
- 2.“What Can I Do” from the motion picture “The Legend of 1900”3:52
- 3.“Il cuore mio – Mi corazón” from the motion picture “La piovra” (based on “My Heart and I”)3:04
- 4.“The Woman in Me” from the motion picture “Lolita”4:21
- 5.“Saying Goodbye” from the motion picture “The Untouchables” (based on “Death Theme”)2:55
- 6.“Gioco d’amore” from the motion picture “Love Affair”4:45
- 7.“Solo noi” from the motion picture “Malena”3:58
- 8.“Ritornerai dolce amore” from the motion picture “Casualties of War”4:47
- 9.“Return to Me” from the motion picture “A Time of Destiny”3:15
- 10.“Le Vent, le Cri” from the motion picture “Le Professionel”3:46
- 11.“E un attimo” from the motion picture “The Legend of 1900”4:39
- 12.“Requiem for Love” from the motion picture “Per amore” (duet with Marcello Giordani)4:01
- 13.“Il tempo sa” from the motion picture “For a Few Dollars More” (based on “Sixty Seconds to What?”)2:57
- 14.“Morir d’amore – I Die a Little” from the motion picture “For Love One Can Die”4:12
- 15.“Se non fossi tu - This Kind of Love” from the motion picture “Questa specie d’amore”3:54
Il Pianeta D`acqua2011
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Invito Allo Sport (Musiche Originali Della Serie Tv Di Folco Quilici)2011
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Paradiso2011
- 1.Gabriel's Oboe (Whispers in a Dream)4:28
- 2.Cinema Paradiso ~ Profumo di Limone3:10
- 3.La Califfa4:12
- 4.Once Upon a Time in the West4:00
- 5.Metti Una Sera A Cena4:29
- 6.Cinema Paradiso ~ Would He Even Know Me Now?4:11
- 7.Per Natale (L'Esprit de Noël)2:53
- 8.I Knew I Loved You (Deborah's Theme)3:40
- 9.Lezione Di Musica2:33
- 10.Da Quel Sorriso Che Non Ride Più7:13
- 11.The Edge of Love3:44
- 12.Amália Por Amor6:06
- 13.Here's to You3:40
- 14.Malena4:09
- 15.Cinema Paradiso ~ Profumo di Limone (Japanese Lyrics)3:10
- 16.Amazing Grace (English & Japanese Lyrics)3:41
Beatitudini2010
- 1.Introduzione1:00
- 2.Eden2:36
- 3.Esodo3:35
- 4.Comunione2:00
- 5.Adorazione2:15
- 6.Shalom2:34
- 7.Esilio2:10
- 8.Fede1:45
- 9.Gioia2:43
- 10.Vita1:49
- 11.Annuncio2:01
Uccidete il vitello grasso e arrostitelo2007
- 1.Lungo la stradina3:03
- 2.Ai confini della follia4:41
- 3.Uccidete il vitello grasso (Titoli)2:21
- 4.Ricordi tanti fiori3:30
- 5.Ai confini della follia (Versione 2)10:26
- 6.La fredda lama del coltello2:12
- 7.Echi del ’7001:33
- 8.Scivolando nel buio5:20
- 9.Lungo la stradina (Versione 2)2:46
- 10.Ricordi tanti fiori (Versione 2)3:25
Una Storia Italiana (Musiche Tratte Dalla Colonna Sonora Del Film TV)2006
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Film Music Masterworks - Ennio Morricone2006
- 1.Harmonica Man3:53
- 2.The Untouchables2:22
- 3.Main Theme3:30
- 4.Main Theme3:23
- 5.The Good, the Bad and the Ugly2:51
- 6.Duck You Sucker4:09
- 7.Jill's Theme6:07
- 8.The Five Man Army2:48
- 9.Deborah's Theme4:44
- 10.Main Theme4:07
- 11.Chi Mai5:37
- 12.Regan's Theme2:38
- 13.Love Theme3:32
- 14.On Earth As It Is In Heaven3:33
Yo-Yo Ma Plays Ennio Morricone2004
- 1.The Mission: Gabriel’s Oboe3:13
- 2.The Mission: The Falls2:29
- 3.Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: The Legend of 1900: Playing Love1:49
- 4.Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Cinema Paradiso: Nostalgia1:58
- 5.Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Cinema Paradiso: Looking for You1:43
- 6.Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Malena: Main Theme4:22
- 7.Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: A Pure Formality: Main Theme3:52
- 8.Sergio Leone Suite: Once Upon a Time in America: Deborah’s Theme3:32
- 9.Sergio Leone Suite: Once Upon a Time in America: Cockeye’s Song2:13
- 10.Sergio Leone Suite: Once Upon a Time in America: Main Theme1:49
- 11.Sergio Leone Suite: Once Upon a Time in the West: Main Theme3:21
- 12.Sergio Leone Suite: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Ecstasy of Gold3:59
- 13.Brian De Palma Suite: Casualties of War: Main Theme3:54
- 14.Brian De Palma Suite: The Untouchables: Death Theme3:15
- 15.Moses and Marco Polo Suite: Moses: Journey2:34
- 16.Moses and Marco Polo Suite: Moses: Main Theme2:07
- 17.Moses and Marco Polo Suite: Marco Polo: Main Theme3:25
- 18.The Lady Caliph: Dinner3:50
- 19.The Lady Caliph: Nocturne2:33
Focus2003
- 1.Cinema Paradiso (Tema de amor de Cinema Paradiso)2:46
- 2.A Rose Among Thorns (The Mission)5:54
- 3.Renascer (Moses)3:25
- 4.No ano que vem (Come Maddalena)4:37
- 5.Your Love (Once Upon a Time in the West)3:46
- 6.Amália por amor6:11
- 7.Nosso mar (Metti una sera a cena)4:24
- 8.Antiga palavra4:52
- 9.Luz prodigiosa (Luz prodigiosa)4:46
- 10.The Ballad of Sacco e Vanzetti (Sacco e Vanzetti)4:41
- 11.Someone You Once Knew (Per le antiche scale)3:14
- 12.Voo4:55
- 13.I girasoli3:25
- 14.House of No Regrets (Chi mai)4:02
- 15.Barco abandonado (Per le antiche scale)3:22
Un sacco bello2002
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De Sa Terra A Su Xelu2002
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Sonho de um carnaval2000
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Ennio Morricone1998
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Italian Compositions of the 20th Century1995
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Chamber Music1988
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Ennio Morricone Lounge Music Session Vol. 2 (Original Film Scores)1988
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Ennio Morricone Lounge Music Session Vol. 1 (Original Film Scores)1987
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Ennio Morricone1979
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Opposte esperienze1977
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Controfase1973
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Per un pugno di samba1970
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Un pugno di… West: Celebri canzoni “Western”1965
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Musica sul velluto1964
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Gallery
Label
- Record label
- Virgin Records
Achievements
- Award
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Award
- Commander of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
- Award
- Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
- Award
- Gold Medal of the Italian Order of Merit for Culture and Art
- Award
- Nastro d'Argento for Best Score
- Award
- Grammy Trustees Award
- Award
- Academy Award for Best Original Score
- Award
- Artis Bohemiae Amicis Medal
- Award
- Leopard of Honour
- Award
- Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
- Award
- European Film Academy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- European Film Award for Best Composer
- Award
- Grammy Awards
- Award
- Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts
- Award
- Order of the Rising Sun, 4th class
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Award
- Cinearti La chioma di Berenice Prize
- Award
- Academy Honorary Award
- Award
- Camille Awards
- Award
- David di Donatello for Best Score
- Award
- David di Donatello Award for Lifetime Achievement
Groups
- Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanzaflute · 1966–1980
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Dan Saivo, Dan Savio, Dan Savo, Dan Savvio, Dan Savvo, Dan Sawio
Ennio Morricone was an Italian composer, orchestrator, conductor, trumpeter, and pianist who wrote music in a wide range of styles. With more than 400 scores for cinema and television, as well as more than 100 classical works, Morricone is widely considered one of the most prolific and greatest film composers of all time. He received numerous accolades including two Academy Awards, three Grammy Awards, three Golden Globes, six BAFTAs, ten David di Donatello, eleven Nastro d'Argento, two European Film Awards, the Golden Lion Honorary Award, and the Polar Music Prize.
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