Georges Delerue Essentials

This award-winning film pianist's style was a sophisticated pairing of classical orchestral arrangements and contemporary French influences. Georges Delerue had the particular ability to write melodies that could crystallise tension and abruptly shift moods. In his epic career, Delerue composed music for over 350 movies and TV shows and collaborated with leading directors in film history such as François Truffaut, Bernardo Bertolucci and Oliver Stone. In his personal life, he was a man of tradition and would often insist on conducting his own compositions.