The Magic Behind Film Scores: Exploring the Role of Music in Great Movies
Jan 14, 2026 - Feb 18, 2026
Spots remaining: 12
Full course description
Description
Discover how film music enhances storytelling, sets mood and place, defines character, and blends styles—jazz, classical, pop—into powerful cinematic impressions. We will discuss how composers shape emotion across genres like drama, romance, comedy, sci-fi, and westerns. From The Jazz Singer to James Bond, we will trace the evolution of film scores, spotlighting legendary composers such as Bernard Herrmann, Ennio Morricone,and John Williams.
Date(s)January 14 - February 18, 2026
Class Time(s)Wed 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Michael Agron
Michael Agron's passion for music and entertainment has led him to deliver engaging seminars for Sacramento State University’s Renaissance Society, as well as numerous lifelong learning organizations.
LocationTo Be Announced
# of Meeting(s)6
Notes
This is a virtual class.
Weekly - Wed 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM; 6 sessions starting 1/14/2026, ending 2/18/2026 (New lessons are released None specified)