On this episode of The Season, host Ryland Aldrich sits down with Volker Bertelmann, Oscar Winner and Nominated Composer of Conclave. Their conversation covers Bertelmann's experience composing for films like Conclave and his winning effort for All Quiet on the Western Front, his collaborations with director Edward Berger, and insights into his creative process. Volker describes the challenges and rewards of awards season, the pressure to meet expectations, and his method of infusing unique instruments and sounds into his scores that have helped lead to his awards success.
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Show Notes:
(03:36) Volker's Approach to Film Scoring
(06:54) The Unique Sound of Conclave
(09:06) Awards and Recognition
(12:37) Campaigning and Networking
(16:17) First Oscar Nomination Experience
(20:25) Preparing for the Oscars
(24:28) The Challenges of Composing for TV Series
(25:34) Navigating Awards Season
(26:41) Collaborations and New Projects
(27:46) Exploring New Genres and Ambitions
(28:31) Lightning Round: Awards Season Favorites
(32:28) FYCit Field Agent Report w/Tony Miros
Host: Ryland Aldrich @RylandAldrich
Guest: Volker Bertelmann - Oscar Winner & Nominated Composer of Conclave
FYCit Field Agent: Tony Miros @tonymiros
Produced by Spellbinder Media
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