Alexandre Desplat is a musician, composer, teacher. Today he tops the list of one of the most sought-after film composers in the world. Critics call him an all-rounder with an incredible range, as well as a subtle sense of musicality.
Probably, there is no such hit that the maestro would not write musical accompaniment to. To understand the size of Alexandre Desplat, it is enough to recall that he composed tracks for films: “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Part 1 "(he also put his hands to the second part of the fantastic film"), "The Golden Compass", "Twilight. Saga. New Moon”, “The King speaks!”, “My way”.
Of course, Desplat is better to listen to than talk about him. For a long time his talent was not recognized. He went to the goal and was sure that he would achieve recognition from world music critics.
Childhood and youth Alexandre Desplat
The date of birth of the popular French composer is August 23, 1961. At birth, he received the name Alexandre Michel Gerard Desplat. In addition to the son, the parents were engaged in raising two daughters.
Alexander discovered the musician in himself early. Already at the age of five, he mastered playing several musical instruments, but he was especially attracted by the sound of the piano.
Music has become an integral part of a young man's life. Already in childhood, he decided on his future profession. In his teenage years, Alexander took up collecting records. He loved listening to movie soundtracks. At that time, Desplat had no idea what the future held for him. About the first musical preferences, he says the following:
“I listened to the music from The Jungle Book and 101 Dalmatians. As a child, I could hum these songs all the time. I was captivated by their lightness and melodic compositions.
Then he went to get a musical education. At first he studied outside the territory of his native France, and then moved to the United States of America. Moving, new acquaintances, exchange of tastes and information - expanded Alexander's knowledge. He was in his midst. The young man absorbed knowledge like a sponge, and the only thing he lacked at this stage was experience.
He was interested in everything from classical to modern jazz and rock and roll. Alexander followed the interesting events that took place in the world of music. The musician improved his own style and manner of performance.
Creative path and music Alexandre Desplat
The composer's debut took place in the mid-80s in France. It was then that he was invited to cooperate by an eminent director. The maestro worked on the soundtrack for the film Ki lo sa?. His film debut was stunning. He was noticed not only by French directors. Increasingly, he received an offer of cooperation from Hollywood.
When he works on this or that musical composition, he is not limited to composing compositions exclusively for films. His discography includes works for theatrical productions. The best works of the maestro can be heard in the reproduction of the Symphony Orchestra (London), the Royal Philharmonic, and the Munich Symphony Orchestra.
Soon he was ripe to share his experience and knowledge with the younger generation. He has repeatedly lectured at the University of Paris and at London's Royal College of Music.
Details of the personal life of the maestro
While working on a work for the film Ki lo sa?, he managed to get acquainted with the one that “stole” the heart of the brilliant composer for many years. His wife's name is Dominique Lemonnier. The couple has a son and a daughter.
Interesting facts about Alexandre Desplat
- He is the recipient of two Oscars and a Golden Globe Award.
- Alexander is known for his productivity. Rumor has it that he spent a minimum of time on the top hits.
- In 2014, he became a member of the jury of the 71st International Venice Fest.
- He has worked with all genres of cinema. He gets frantic pleasure when he works on musical compositions for theatrical productions.
- Alexander is a family man. He spends the lion's share of his time with his wife and children.
Alexandre Desplat: our days
In 2019, he composed the musical accompaniment for the films: An Officer and a Spy, Little Women and The Secret Life of Pets 2.
2021 was not without musical novelties. This year, Alexander's musical compositions will be featured in the films Eiffel, Pinocchio and Midnight.
