The Hans Zimmer Composer Round Table
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
- Spitfire Audio presents a rare insight into the workings of some of the finest film composers.
A round table discussion with (From left) Ramin Djawadi, Jacob Shea, Henry Jackman, Hans Zimmer - Topic , Ben Wallfisch, Andy Page, David Fleming.
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I wonder if sober Zimmer can pronounce my name...
Ólafur Arnalds Was wondering when you'd comment. Hans wants to apologize, hold him to it! =)
I love you OLIVER FROM SPITFIRE AUDIO.
really though, my last name is 2 syllables and sound exactly how they are spelled and people still mispronounce it. Also, I own more of your products from SFA than Zimmer's.
SO I REMEMBER YOU.
That made me LOL.
Ólafur Arnalds haha
ahahahaha anyway he pronounces it, you made it lol
This is exactly like any saturday night in my house...
...except for my composing skills, my outboard, my living room and my friends.
Welcome to my world.
Guai a te Christian AIRTE, guai a te!
ChristianIce I have friends. They are in my phone, on my screen.
Well... at least you got wine and cheese :P
ChristianIce 😂😂👍🏻
"I'm just happy if it's not shit" - Hans Zimmer.
Whats the time stamp for that lol?
@@ralphphillips4583 - 24:40 💗💗💗
"Ooh, not sh*t? Sounds like a grownup composer!" - HZ
Hans is proud of Ramin
So is everyone in Germany. ;)
@@elliotalderson2396 and iran, hes iranian too
You are right. Hans eyes was dead focus on Ramin the whole time. It almost felt like he was a proud father and was real giddy too.
@@maniravandi5983 not really. born and raised in germany.
@@maniravandi5983 Anyone with a foreign background is immediately full German if they are successful in Germany. If they are not, they are all immigrants even if they are half German. Footballer Mezut Ozil put it great when he said 'When I score, I am German; but when I miss, I am an immigrant.'. Lmao.
Whoever thinks Hans Zimmer "doesn't do his own work" or "is only successful because of his resources" is undeniably mistaken. Im seeing a guy who cares about his friends and loves to bring people alongside sharing his incredible wealth of knowledge.
Old Camper Studios indeed. The guy works very hard and has a ton of creativity.
@@ashhartling9713 Having no personal life is often part of being in the entertainment industry, unfortunately. I can accept this as long as my superiors play by the same rules, and I suppose Hans does.
@@Coastfog He definitely looks like he does sometimes haha
Hans always use words like "our idea "our work" "what we did" and everyone is like "your idea" "what you did" so tells a lot that Hans is a humble genius who works together but is definitely the main genius behind his work.
Yep I agree. I think it looks that way (as though he's not doing the work) because Hans makes a point of crediting and involving each of the instrumentalists in the recording. Hans is fascinated by how an instrument works differently depending on the player controlling it, and exaggerating that to his advandage for the finished music. It's a new process in film composing, totally collaborative. More like a band setup. It's a wonderful way to work.
I love the chemistry between Hans and Ramin - you can feel it just by the way Hans looks at him before anyone else while talking - it seems they are kind of big and young brothers; It's obvious there's a really great connection, especially respect and admiration.
No doubt they’re the two best composers there, if not in the world
The amount of talent and experience in this room is daunting. True legends.
Alexandre Desplat ???
what talent? most of these guys can't read music for all you know...they have a team of conservatory trained orchestrators and composers helping them.
I want someone to look at me the way Hans looks at Ramin
He's like a proud father.
Hans clearly admires Ramin's music over all the others lol
hmm maybe theres a special bond between those two, because they are both german
Ramin worked for Hans in his studio before branching out on his own. They've spent a lot of time together over the years.
Tim Erickson that explains why Ramin is so good lol. He learned from the best
He was hans' student that's why I think
I was getting that feeling.
This looks a lot like Da Vinci's last supper (after Jesus got into modular synths).
haha you deserve way more likes ;)
My thoughts exactly =))))
I thought the same :D
Sweet baby Jesus this comment should be drowning in likes.
Well Hans has 80 more disciples at his Remote Control
"you will never make me another coffee"
Hans Zimmer to young Ramin
A conversation with seven men that have totally and utterly without a doubt 100% surrendered to the task of craftsmanship
Wow, it's the first time I've heard Hans talk about The Prince of Egypt.
It's like everyone forgot about that masterpiece. To me, it is one of Hans' best pieces of music.
I agree. He also rarely talk about Thin Red Line which i think is an absolute masterpiece.
Ramin Djawadi and Hans Zimmer
My favourites😊
It is like Hans arranged whole thing just for Ramin. He's so into Ramin.
who wouldn't
Hans can't stick a theme on a character like Ramin.
I liked this discussion the most when they weren't forced to talk about samples. They were having an amazing back and forth about writing for film, temp tracks, and questioning yourself, then had to stop and be like "Oh wait, we have to be talking about samples."
Ramin Djawadi is so shy:)
He is ghosttalking, since he is a ghostwriter clone.
but so sweet.
He is always so delightful. :)
And his music is the best there. In my opinion
@@luisholley5858 other than Han of course
Ramin is just me, when you are too shy in a group meeting , you just pretend youre drinking
The shy ones are usually the special ones...
Hans zimmer and Ramin make this table perfect
It's so funny to see all of them trying to read Ramin's work, his inspirations, creative process, and struggles and he's just there not saying much, just agreeing with whatever they come up with. lol
man... beeing there, sitting in this table as a sucssusful composer.... that the dream...
some day ill get there!
1:15:44 Ramin's story - best part, I watched it like 10 times!
Thanks!
Kenji Producer what scene was he talking about ?
@@alenda5766 I have not watched the movie, but I think they say the first sword fight in Pirates perhaps
@@alenda5766 it’s the Jack Vs Will sword fight in the blacksmiths shop
I love the way hans commands the room with such humble manner.
Ben Wallfisch quickly becomes one of my favorite composers. I first read his name in the credits for Blade Runner 2049 and then I've seen Dunkirk again and noticed him as additional composer in that and after that in Batman v Superman. At this point I went to his imdb and he's done IT, Hidden Figures, A Cure for Wellness and world on Harry Potter, V for Vendetta and 12 years a slave as composer, orchestrator or conductor. Keep it up, dude. A real Zimmer junior…
"You'll never make me another cup of coffee" That pretty much sums it up. Plus the geeky stuff. Priceless. Kudos Spitfire Audio!
Best 2am to 4 am ever
literally what I'm doing right now haha
MartinBergnerGuitar Same
Hans zimmers voice is so mesmorizing. It's wonderful.
Second to Naoya Uchida, of course. If God ever spoke, He would project his voice like him.
I bet the man has so many more great stories! Some people would choose film stars or football players to hang out with if they had the chance, but I'd take a glass of wine in the Zimmer studio with this bunch of visionaries any day. That was fantastic, thanks Spitfire.
I 2nd this
Glad Ramin is there.
i like drunk Zimmer
kouto channel Getting crunk with Hans looks like fun
i hate drunk zimmer... sounds like he has ten marbles in his mouth
+mark
drunk zimmer doesn't care about you.
Sober zimmer doesn't either :)
ChristianIce savage response
That's what happens :D
Jesus, I'll bet that is a 10 million dollar studio and I'm not even joking ONE BIT
Money is nothing without skill 🎉
Spitfire Audio and the amazing libraries they produce has changed my perspective on being a composer and how I approach producing music. Thank you Spitfire Team!
That table is clearly square.
It's actually rectangular
It's a camera rendering problem
around table*
@@jamesbjorn7044 FISH EYE LENS
DoomBoogie underated
I would love to watch more roundtables like these! Its been awhile since Hollywood Reporter did a composer roundtable, so this is amazing! Would even be cool if there were episodes with small roundtables between composers and directors, or composers and orchestral players/musical collaborators.
I love how the whole room gets silent when Hans tells a story. The best! Thanks for this, Spitfire. 🙏
What a table. Full of musical knowledge.
So amazing to hear the war stories from composers in the trenches. I have the biggest smile on my face. Most tend to ignore the fact that this is a life choice as a career, but unlike most careers, incredible passion is attached and shared amongst peers. Thanks to all for your music, passion and emotion. The world is a better place because of all of you.
Thanks also to Spitfire for this round table and all of their products and digitized passion.
The subtle motion capture on their faces is gorgeous, great cinematography!
I wish Ramin Djawadi talked more here. I'd be interested to hear some of his takes on the topics.
You and more both, friend.
He’s a bit shy, I think.
I have a friend like him, I think he's just the type to not take the spotlight when there's other people there to take it (in this case, Hans, Henry and Benjamin) but if you were to speak to him alone, he'd certainly be more talkative.
O..M..G.. this is the way to round off the weekend. Thank you Spitfire.
sonicindustries not really. Its Zimmer chatting with his ghost writers who have more talent than he!
Not all of them have talent. Some have written horrible music that should have disqualified them from having such careers. It doesn't matter if you're a good composer. You just need to be friends wih Zimmer.
Adervae thus the reason I miss composers such as Jerry Goldsmith. Horner, even. But Goldsmith was and still is my idol.
Yep
@@drewcollier1138 Yeah luck is everything. You can't get in to the studio and work with guy like Hans Zimmer if you don't have connections.
WOW! This round table discussion with Hans Zimmer is an absolute gem! As a fellow composer, I'm in awe of his talent and the insights he shares. It's incredible to hear from such a legendary figure in the industry. Thank you for uploading this video and giving us the opportunity to learn from the best. Hans Zimmer continues to inspire and elevate the art of film scoring. Truly a masterclass!
Its 4am and couldn't stop watching this! I love seeing things from the composer perspective.
Wow striking cinematography ...and the formation of the composers is like the last supper !
Wow, amazing round. Genius of Music. Every single person at this table.
Am I the only one who needs to re watch this every so often, so gooood thank you Spitfire 🙏
I watched a great video once describing how the piano coming into the mostly very medieval sounding score of Game of Thrones is symbolic of Cersei's new world with the piano being a much younger instrument than the cello, the guitar etc.
Also the instrumentation of the show is spectacular, with all these acoustic instruments for the more "realistic" stuff and then ambient electronics for the "supernatural".
I’m having writer’s block rn and I’m here for inspiration. Its good to know the pros go through it too.
You got through?
We can be so grateful for so much talent united under the roof of the greatest music composer of all time. I am so happy and so grateful. There is nothing like good stories and good wine. That is how wonderful projects are created. Some are even immortal.
This the best brass tacks discussion of composing ever. Need more of these with composers and their teams.
Ramin is my second favourite from the table. You already know who my favorite is.
Batmaan
Osama Bin Lasen
Hanz Zimmer is my second favorite. You already know who my first favorite is.
This is how interviews SHOULD be conducted, please do more"
Yes
This wasn't an interview, it was a roundtable lol
Hans Zimmer - The lion king, Inception, Dunkirk. Like we needed that.
What?
@@TarwTarw are you daft?
loool
The Dark Knight
YES!!! The long-awaited!!! Thank you so much!
Hi Dale!! Lol. Just watching this now.
You're gonna love it!!!! I could watch this, for days on end! Enjoy :-)
SO many gems in this conversation. I can rewatch this over and over
3rd time watching this. so much insight, so much passion.
Thanks a ton Spitfire for coming up with roundtable sessions. Hope there will be more roundtable sessions in the coming days :)
You guys are great - thanks for sharing this with us Christian and Paul. What a special insight into how these composers put their music together.
This must be the coolest room i’ve ever seen in my life
damn, how emotional..... samples can be a Memorial to the performer and their rare instrument..... !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
thats a gigantic thing !!!!!!! to be cherished for ages to come......
nice socks Hans !
Btw, Hans sweater is amazing, I love it
This is the greatest video I have ever watched.
I can listen to Hans Zimmer talk for Days
drunkirk
Hahaha....I reckon if i'd been involved in Dunkirk in any shape or form i'd be permanently drunk.
Great film. Great story. Great soundtrack.
Lmfffffao
lollll
I did an online course with Hans on the MASTERCLASS series way back in 2017,
this is such a buzz to hear this roundtable discussion over a good glass of Red, with the advantages of hindsight,
loving it as I raise a glass,
Thank you Gentlemen 🍷
That room is so artistically arranged.
I can't believe this is a free video! I would have paid for it. A lot of inspiration and energy... thank you Spitfire
This is such a professional production: the set, lighting, audio and video! I just thought it was some random youtube video i stumbled upon.
I really love spitfire not because they make the most amazing sounding libraries but because they will give you the control to shape the tone anyway you want, they give you the choice of individuality which I think is amazing
20:08 just the mention of this scene and music gave me instant goosebumps :D
Which scene is he referring to?
@@mediocratus7015 I think he’s referring to the game of thrones season 6 episode 10 - there’s a really tense scene where the piano is used despite never having been used before in the show (the piece is called the light of the seven). Phenomenal stuff
3 in the morning slicing samples for a library while listening to these chaps, what a time
Ramin is my favorite!
I can listen to Hans talk about music for DAY'S
antwan hawkins you mean talk about music others have written and he's been given credit for? He uses ghost writers. Hes "fake news" .
@@steveashawasegai1041 Yrs you can clearly see the rest of the table not rate him. He worked on Gladiator in a little room opposite the edit room, sometimes he co works as he produces so much work and loves to work with everyone. What he isn't is a Ghost Writer, salty lol
@@steveashawasegai1041 Hating on a successful person says more about you than them lol. Especially if it's false.
Absolutely brilliant video. A meeting of the Minds. Magical, truly magical.
We need more of these! Excellent discussion
Thank you for an enjoyable roundtable discussion! :D
I loved every second of this.
I found this to actually be a very valuable video to watch - lots of great tips and tricks dispersed throughout the conversation.
lol my goodness, I felt so much suspense until that guy finally ate some of the food. I was wondering if it was a prop, or if they were told they couldn't eat it during the shoot. I couldn't stop thinking about being there and thinking back and forth "Can I have some? Should I wait until he's done speaking?" haha. So much suspense.
Then he ate something and the whole scene lit up.
Please more Roundtables! This was amazing.
This is much better than the hollywood ones. Letting them just talk shop is infinitely more valuable than forcing them to talk about their latest score only. I'd love to see Trent Reznor, John Powell, and Danny Elfman back for this format. pleeeeeeease
Glad to be here and thx for posting this round table gathering.
They all look happy after one hour of discussion... with wine... absolutely awesome!
Listening to master musicians and engineers is the most extraordinary experience
I didn't know I needed this in my life, until I saw it 😭
I absolutely love the way Andy smiles
thanks!
;)
Glad they discussed about the unions and musicians views of sampling/work rules. As an orchestral musician, I do feel threatened by the digitization of our work/jobs
brilliant. convincing enough to make me desire owning the entire Spitfire catalogue
The only problem is the 600 euros I don't have
+Dirk
Did they release the entire catalogue for 600 euros only?
That would be the best deal ever.
ChristianIce oh no, only the Hans Zimmer ensemble strings, I apologize for the confusion
The entire catalog is 2.5Tb and almost $20.000 :)
omgggggg thank you spitfire for putting this together
This is fantastic. Perfect way to end a Sunday....I feel like cracking open a bottle of red and joining them. Thanks so much for this Spitfire :)
Wonderful video! I enjoyed it a lot! To Spitfire Studios and all the musicians/composers that were present, Thank You so much for this video.
My favorite to ask is "If you listen to your instrument, you are too loud" Always works! :)
That video made my day! Great Discussion! Thank you!
One of my favorite part is the talk about intention (1:36:30).
Sound waves carry intention.
There is so much knowledge in this talk, thank you Spitfire.
This marks the 10th time I've watched this video. Absolutely love hearing some of my musical heroes sit and just talk shop.
Wow! This is so insightful. Thank you Spitfire!
Well, he is the light of the room and keeps the talk interesting. Anyway, thanks for the great lib Olafur. I use it all the time. It’s just fantastic!
Ben Really stands out in these conversations, what an artist
Maestro Zimmer love Spitfire audio. Spitfire amazing. Thk you!
That was probably the most rivetting chat I have ever watched on UA-cam. I am not a Composer or even a Musician, I am a music geek that has just got a synth in my middle age and I adored being a fly on the wall there, please do it again. 🎶💯😊
~2hrs of gold.
Just wanted to comment on the production sound on this video. Either the post dept should get a medal..or your production sound guy should. That was not an easy micing situation.
Also the whole set and lighting is perfect! They really put a lot of efford into this.