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Composer Performer

Birth

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January 22, 1985 in Los Angeles, CA

 

Justin Hurwitz is a renowned American composer, best known for his work in the film industry. He was born on January 22, 1985, in Los Angeles, California, to a family of musicians. His father, Ken Hurwitz, is a writer and producer, while his mother, Gail Hurwitz, is a professional violinist. Growing up in a musical household, Justin was exposed to classical music from a young age and began playing the piano at the age of six. Justin attended the University of Harvard, where he studied music composition and theory. During his time at Harvard, he met Damien Chazelle, who would later become his frequent collaborator. Together, they worked on several musical projects, including the musical "Guy and Madeline on a Park Bench," which was Chazelle's directorial debut. In 2014, Justin composed the score for Chazelle's film "Whiplash," which received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing and Best Supporting Actor for J.K. Simmons. The score for "Whiplash" was praised for its use of jazz music and its ability to capture the intensity and emotion of the film. Justin's next collaboration with Chazelle was the 2016 film "La La Land," which starred Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The film was a critical and commercial success, winning six Academy Awards, including Best Director for Chazelle and Best Original Score and Best Original Song for Justin. The score for "La La Land" was heavily influenced by jazz and musical theater, and it featured several memorable songs, including "City of Stars" and "Another Day of Sun." In addition to his work in film, Justin has also composed music for television and theater. He composed the score for the Netflix series "The Eddy," which follows a jazz club owner in Paris. The score for "The Eddy" features a mix of jazz and contemporary music and was praised for its ability to capture the atmosphere of the show. Justin's work in theater includes the musical "First Man," which is based on the life of astronaut Neil Armstrong. The musical premiered at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego in 2018 and featured music and lyrics by Justin. The musical was praised for its emotional depth and its ability to capture the spirit of the space race. Overall, Justin Hurwitz is a talented composer who has made a significant impact on the film industry. His ability to blend different genres of music and capture the emotion of a film has made him one of the most sought-after composers in Hollywood. With several upcoming projects in the works, including the upcoming film "Babylon," it is clear that Justin's career is only just beginning.

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