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Jan 27, 2021 · David with Sir Tim Rice in 1999, after “Elizabeth” wins the BAFTA for Best Film Music [Image courtesy of David Hirschfelder]. Following two almost consecutive Oscar nominations and a sudden ...
David Hirschfelder is in full flow and the subject is his life and passion, writing for film. Currently one of Australia's most successful and sought‑after soundtrack composers, Hirschfelder has forged a solid reputation through his work on projects for both small and large screens.
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Inspiration is a mysterious and beautiful thing, and few are more enchanted by its vivacious nature than Australian composer David Hirschfelder. It was before the cameras had even started rolling on 1998’s Elizabeth, for instance, that he heard the guiding theme of his Oscar-nominated score by unexpectedly entering a trance.
selected filmography . 1992 strictly ballroom 1994 dallas doll . 1995 the life of harry dare. tunnel vision 1996 shine
David Hirschfelder is recognised globally as one of Australia's most distinguished and renowned screen composers. In 1992 Hirschfelder's first film score for Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom won a BAFTA (British Academy) award.
David Hirschfelder gained international recognition for his work on the award-winning 1993 film, Strictly Ballroom. Since then, he has continually impressed audiences with his scores, including the Academy-Award nominated Shine in 1996.
