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Roque Baños is a Spanish composer who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on September 28, 1968, in Jumilla, a small town in the province of Murcia, Spain, Baños showed an early interest in music. He began playing the piano at the age of eight and later learned to play the guitar and the trumpet. Baños studied music at the Conservatory of Murcia and later at the Royal Conservatory of Madrid. He also studied film scoring at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. During his time at Berklee, Baños was mentored by renowned film composer Jerry Goldsmith, who had a significant influence on his work. Baños began his career as a composer in the early 1990s, working on Spanish television shows and films. His breakthrough came in 1996 when he composed the score for the film "Éxtasis," which won the Goya Award for Best Original Score. This success led to more opportunities, and Baños went on to compose music for several Spanish films, including "Los Lobos de Washington," "El Corazón del Guerrero," and "Sexy Beast." In 2006, Baños gained international recognition for his work on the horror film "The Machinist," directed by Brad Anderson and starring Christian Bale. Baños's haunting score for the film earned him critical acclaim and a nomination for the World Soundtrack Award for Best Original Score. Baños continued to work on international films, including "The Oxford Murders," "Oldboy," and "In the Heart of the Sea." He also composed music for the Spanish television series "Los Serrano" and "El Barco." One of Baños's most notable works is his score for the Spanish horror film "The Nameless," directed by Jaume Balagueró. The film's eerie and atmospheric score perfectly captures the tension and terror of the story, and it has become a classic of the horror genre. Baños's music is characterized by its versatility and ability to evoke a wide range of emotions. He is equally adept at composing haunting and atmospheric music for horror films as he is at creating sweeping and epic scores for historical dramas. His music often features lush orchestration, intricate melodies, and a strong sense of narrative. In addition to his work as a composer, Baños is also a conductor and arranger. He has conducted several orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Spanish National Orchestra. He has also arranged music for several Spanish artists, including Alejandro Sanz and Miguel Bosé. Baños has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including several Goya Awards, the Spanish equivalent of the Academy Awards. He has also been nominated for several World Soundtrack Awards and has won the award for Best Original Score for a Belgian Film for his work on "The Oxford Murders." In recent years, Baños has continued to work on a variety of film and television projects. He composed the score for the Spanish television series "La Casa de Papel," which has become a global phenomenon on Netflix. He also composed the music for the Spanish film "Adú," which premiered at the 2020 Berlin International Film Festival. Roque Baños is a talented and versatile composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. His music has captivated audiences around the world and has earned him a well-deserved reputation as one of the most talented composers of his generation.

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