An Evening With Elliott Forrest: Movie Music

Back by audience demand! On Friday, March 20, 2020 at 7 p.m., WQXR Radio Host and Peabody Award-winning Broadcaster, Elliott Forrest, will return to the Music Conservatory of Westchester for his interactive, multi-media “Movie Music with Elliott Forrest” presentation exploring music from beloved classic films to contemporary favorite movies.

Expertise and a long-standing career as a broadcaster for WQXR, New York’s Classical Music Radio Station, makes him a perfect presenter on the subject of film scores. From famous collaborations between filmmakers and composers to behind-the-scenes trivia, audiences will be amazed at Mr. Forrest’s knowledge and insights. Film buffs and music lovers of all genres are sure to enjoy this cinematic ride.

Forrest will showcase film excerpts with music by such groundbreaking composers as Bernard Herrmann (Citizen Kane, Psycho, Vertigo, Taxi Driver), John Williams (Star Wars, E.T. – The Extra Terrestrial, Schindler’s List), Nino Rota (The Godfather), Ennio Morricone (The Mission, Kill Bill), Danny Elfman (Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas), and more. This event is not to be missed!

This is the first of the Music Conservatory of Westchester’s educational spring 2020 series for music lovers. The “An Evening With…” presentations dive deep into curiosity about topics including film music, Broadway, and opera with expert speakers and performers.

This special event will take place at the Music Conservatory of Westchester, 216 Central Avenue, White Plains, NY 10606. Tickets are available online or at the door. Online: $18 for general admission. At the door: $10 for students/seniors, $20 for general admission. https://musicconservatory.org/events/an-evening-with-elliott-forrest/

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