‘Conclave’ Composer Volker Bertelmann, ‘The Brutalist’s’ Daniel Blumberg Win at the 25th World Soundtrack Awards
Key Takeaways
- Volker Bertelmann won Film Composer of the Year at the World Soundtrack Awards for his scores for "Conclave" and "The Amateur."
- The 25th edition of the World Soundtrack Awards honored Philip Glass and Michael Nyman with Lifetime Achievement Awards.
- Daniel Blumberg received the Discovery of the Year award, and Theodore Shapiro won Television Composer of the Year for "Severance."
- The ceremony featured musical performances, including a concert celebrating the honored minimalists.
- Jerskin Fendrix, a previous winner, discussed how collaborating with director Yorgos Lanthimos enhanced his artistic empathy.
The 25th edition of the World Soundtrack Awards, part of Film Fest Ghent, celebrated top film and television composers, with Volker Bertelmann taking home the prestigious Film Composer of the Year award for his work on "Conclave" and "The Amateur." Bertelmann, who previously won for his Oscar-winning score for "All Quiet on the Western Front," thanked directors for allowing him creative experimentation. Daniel Blumberg won Discovery of the Year, while Theodore Shapiro was recognized for his work on "Severance," emphasizing the generous space the show gave his music. The ceremony also honored Philip Glass and Michael Nyman with Lifetime Achievement Awards, featuring a concert of their minimalist works. Guests of honor included Debbie Wiseman and A. R. Rahman, with Jerskin Fendrix reflecting on how scoring for Yorgos Lanthimos fostered artistic empathy.
