Episodes
In this episode, Justin talks about two scenes featuring John Debney’s wonderful score to Jon Favreau’s 2003 adventure comedy film, Elf starring Will Ferrell.
Published 12/25/20
Published 12/25/20
In this episode, Justin talks about two scenes featuring Bruce Broughton’s great score to Les Mayfield’s 1994 remake to the Christmas classic Miracle on 34th Street! Watch the full episode for FREE on CineConcerts +PLUS!
Published 12/18/20
In this special Halloween episode of Film Music Fridays, Justin breaks down Henry Manfredini’s chilling and fun score to the 1980 cult classic Friday the 13th, directed by Sean S. Cunningham. Harry Manfredini is an American film composer and jazz soloist, who has scored more than one hundred films. He has had years of classical training, as well as twenty years in the popular music scene.
Published 10/31/20
In episode 42 Justin talks about two scenes featuring Jerry Goldsmith’s epic score to Paul Verhoeven’s 1990 sci-fi thriller film, Total Recall starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Published 10/17/20
Happy #FilmMusicFriday! In this episode, Justin talks about two distinct scenes featuring Brad Fiedel’s explosive and dynamic score to James Cameron’s 1994 action comedy film, True Lies starring the great Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Published 09/26/20
Happy #FilmMusicFriday! Today we celebrate one of the best #TB 90’s films ever made, ‘The Fifth Element’ composed by Eric Serra. Within this incredible scene performed by the great Diva Plavalaguna, Serra mixed ‘The Diva Dance’ with Gaetano Donizetti’s original aria ‘Il dolce suono’ from Act III scene 2 from ‘Lucia di Lammermoor’. It is a beautiful, melodic (and fun) mix between the original operatic structure leading to an awesome pop twist. QUESTION: Can you find the moment when the...
Published 09/19/20
It’s #FilmMusicFridays – our favorite day of the week. In this episode, Justin talks about two incredible scenes featuring Bruce Broughton‘s epic score to the 1993 western film Tombstone, directed by George Cosmatos starring Kurt Russell and Val Kilmer. One interesting fact is the album begins with the Cinergi logo, composed by Jerry Goldsmith and conducted by Broughton! You will not want to miss this one.
Published 08/14/20
In another #StayHomeStaySafe special, Justin Freer talks about Thomas Newman’s Academy Award-nominated score to 1917, a British war film directed, co-written, and produced by Sam Mendes. 
Published 08/01/20
CineConcerts President & Producer Justin Freer discusses Jerry Goldsmith’s truly remarkable score to Chinatown, in another special #StayHomeStaySafe episode of Film Music Fridays.
Published 07/17/20
In today’s special pre-Fourth of July #StayHomeStaySafe special, Justin Freer talks about John Williams’ epic and unforgettable score to one of the best films of all time – Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, directed by Stephen Spielberg in 1981. Looking at two distinct scenes in the film, Justin dissects some interesting facts about the music, in addition to a fun tidbit about the trumpet player who is very prominent in each cue.
Published 07/03/20
In our pre-Father’s Day #StayHomeStaySafe #FilmMusicFridays episode, Justin Freer talks about two scenes from Alan Silvestri’s fun and emotional score to Charles Shyer’s 1991 American comedy, Father of the Bride. What movie will you be watching or recommending to your dad this weekned? 
Published 06/19/20
Justin concludes the Lord of the rings movies with The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (film), with its epic score composed by the great Howard Shore Composer. Did you know there are similarities between Mahler & Shore’s incredible music in the film? Watch the episode to listen & find out more!
Published 06/05/20
CineConcerts President & Producer Justin Freer discusses Howard Shore’s second epic score to The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.
Published 05/23/20
In our newest episode as we #StayHomeStaySafe, CineConcerts President & Producer Justin Freer talks about Howard Shore’s massive, epic, and incredible score to The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, directed by Peter Jackson in 2001, based on the first volume of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings.
Published 05/08/20
In this #StayHomeStaySafe episode, Justin goes in-depth into two scenes from the film, and discusses Benjamin Wallfisch’s incredible score. Tune in!
Published 04/17/20
In our newest episode in celebration of National Film Score Day, CineConcerts President & Producer Justin Freer talks about Alfred Newman’s fun and jazzy score to the 1970 American air disaster-drama film, Airport, directed and written by George Seaton. Alfred Newman, considered to be one of the most prolific composers in movie history, won nine Academy Awards® and was nominated 45 times. He is perfect to explore for one of our favorite national holidays!
Published 04/03/20
In this episode, Justin breaks down the importance of Film Music Fridays, and Horner’s epic Academy-Award winning score.
Published 03/20/20
Justin Freer discusses A.R. Rahman’s emotional and poignant score to Slumdog Millionaire.
Published 02/14/20
Justin Freer discusses Bernard Herrmann’s incredibly colorful score to The Day The Earth Stood Still
Published 01/31/20
Justin Freer discusses Maurice Jarre’s incredible score to the epic 1965 romantic drama film Dr. Zhivago, directed by the great David Lean.
Published 01/17/20
Justin talks about Angelo Badalamenti’s festive, fun, and unforgettable score to the 1989 American Christmas comedy film, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Considered by many to be an iconic and modern Christmas classic, it is also considered to be the most memorable of the Vacation series.
Published 12/20/19
Justin discusses Carl Zittrer & Paul Zaza’s fun, emotional, and timeless score to the 1983 American Christmas comedy cult-hit, A Christmas Story.
Published 12/13/19
Justin discusses Patrick Doyle’s intensely melodic and emotional score to one of the best American crime drama films ever made: Donnie Brasco.
Published 11/22/19
Justin discusses maestro Ennio Morricone’s dynamic, jazzy and complex score to Brian De Palma’s 1987 American gangster film, The Untouchables.
Published 11/08/19