John Everett Beal | |
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Born | John Everett Beal January 20, 1947 Santa Monica, California, United States |
Occupation(s) | Music conductor Music composer Jazz Musician Classical musician Military veteran |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1966–1972 |
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Website | www.composerjohnbeal.com |
John Everett Beal (born January 20, 1947) is an American composer and conductor known for his work in the American film industry. He has conducted for major recording artists ranging from Olivia Newton-John to Deadmau5, movies in concert such as Star Wars, Toy Story, Home Alone, Rocketman and the Harry Potter series, is the principal conductor of the Hollywood Symphony Orchestra,[1][2] is considered by the New York Times as the pioneer of original scores for film trailer music,[3] and has composed the music for numerous television series and films.[4]