Episode 5: John Altman - BAFTA and Emmy award winning composer, arranger and musician

Join us as we delve into the fascinating career of John Altman, a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning composer and arranger. From working with legends like Diana Ross and Amy Winehouse to scoring iconic scenes in films like "Titanic" and "GoldenEye," John shares his incredible experiences and insights into the world of music composition. Key Highlights: John's early musical influences and family background. The story behind arranging "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" for Monty Python. Insights into composing for films and the unique challenges it presents. Anecdotes from working with renowned artists and directors. The evolution of music in commercials and TV shows. John's Web and social links: John's Altman's Book - Hidden Man - My many musical lives https://amzn.to/46xEpYH Instagram https://www.instagram.com/johnaltmanofficial Spotify https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7lOzXZOSd2FAQ8LBcJWFdL?si=IPKtL1QqTMih2qt9jgTueQ IMDb John Altman's IMDb page John's Wikipedia Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Altman_(composer)   Me'sha and the Stage & Screen links: Stage & Screen Links: @meshabryan meshabryan.com @stageandscreenpodcast stageandscreenpodcast.com 00:00 Introduction  01:20 Early Musical Influences and beginnings 04:56 Career Progression and Collaborations 11:10 The Creative Process of Composing Music 16:40 Navigating Music Copyright and Originality 22:15 Collaborations with Directors and Artists 32:02 Navigating Royalties and Historical Context 33:30 Collaborating with Renowned Artists 35.24 The Birth of the 10 Room 38:35 Memorable Performances and Celebrity Encounters 40:05 The 10 Room's Unique Atmosphere 46:32 The Evolution of Live Music Venues 49:24 The Importance of Community in Music 52:04 Reflections on Musical Connections 56:02 The Creative Process and Pressure 01:03:40 The Musical Journey of Titanic 01:07:57 The Haunting Legacy of Titanic's Orchestra 01:09:55 Artistic Choice in Film and Music 01:11:59 Reflection on Career and (no) Regrets 01:15:57 The Importance of Collaboration 01:20:00 Recognition and Awards in the Music Industry