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Quote by Danny Elfman

“You hear the beginning of a melody, you should kind of know it's going to lead down this path. It should start feeling like a friend, like familiar.”

Quote by Danny Elfman

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Danny Elfman, born on May 29, 1953, is a renowned composer from the United States. He is best known for his film scores, having composed music for numerous Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Batman' series, 'Edward Scissorhands', and others. Elfman's musical style is unique, blending classical and modern elements, which has won him great popularity among audiences. more

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