Evoking China

Tonight at 9 pm, David Garland offers film music that brings East and West together, blending Chinese and western instruments and traditions in colorful, exciting ways.

Feb 9, 2013

The Dynamic Film Music of Quincy Jones

David Garland presents an overview of Quincy Jones' movie music, including highlights from "The Color Purple," "The Italian Job," "In the Heat of the Night," and more.

Feb 2, 2013

George Duning: Master of Tenderness

George Duning (1908-2000) may not have the most familiar name in soundtrack composing, but his music is striking and unforgettable.

Jan 26, 2013

The Dark Drama of Film Noir

The Film Noir genre may be best known for its hard-boiled heroes, deceitful dames, and deeply shadowed stories and cinematography, but music also plays an important part in these da... Jan 19, 2013

Oscar Nominees for Best Score, and the Musical Urgency of 'Downton Abbey'

Host David Garland is joined by Slate.com film critic Dana Stevens to present music from these scores.

Jan 12, 2013

The Varied Talents of Richard Rodney Bennett

Richard Rodney Bennett, who died on Dec. 24, was a composer known for the diversity of his work, which included everything from cabaret songs to symphonies.

Jan 5, 2013

Christmas at the Movies

There have been many Christmas scenes in movies, and host David Garland unwraps their accompanying music. Highlights include It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle On 34th Street and The Bi... Dec 22, 2012

Howard Shore's 'Hobbit' and Alexandre Desplat's 'Zero Dark Thirty'

Saturday at 9 pm, Howard Shore previews his score for “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey." Plus: Alexandre Desplat shares his music for "Zero Dark Thirty.”

Dec 15, 2012

Star Trek: The Original Music for the Original Series

A new 15-CD box set contains of every note of music composed for the original "Star Trek" television series. One of the set's producers talks about the dramatic, evocative music heard on the show.

Dec 8, 2012

Now Playing: From 'Anna Karenina' to 'Hitchcock'

Some particularly good movies are in theaters right now, and some of them have particularly good music. This week's show includes scores by Dario Marianelli, Danny Elfman and Mychael Danna.

Dec 1, 2012