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Post by Silver on Nov 12, 2010 0:55:44 GMT -5
On November 1o, one of Disney's most critically acclaimed and beloved composers recieved one of the highest honors in Hollywood. A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Presented by his new leading lady of the upcoming film Tangled (Mandy Moore the voice of Repunzel) Mr. Menken recieved yet another addition to his already astounding number of awards and honors. Having been a Disney icon for the past two decades, Alan Menken has created a legacy in the modern filmmaking world that continues to showcase the class, intelligence and magic that Walt Disney concieved. His music has been some of the most cherished and recognized in film and musical theatre. With 8 Academy Awards won (both songwriting & composing of the score) backed up by 18 Oscar nominations, Mr. menken has no shortage of a musical vocabulary. Nor that ability of creating memerable tunes. Also among his accomplishments are two Tony Award nominations (Beauty and the Beast & The Little Mermaid) and two Drama Desk nominations. (Little Shop of Horrors & Beauty and the Beast) All for Best Score for a New Musical. Another milstone was recieving the Disney Legends Award in 2001. Congratulations Alan Menken! Keep those magical and beautiful songs and scores coming.
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Post by joplin4 on Nov 22, 2010 9:56:52 GMT -5
I have to say that he deserves such an honor. His songs, like the Sherman Brothers' music, are songs you just cannot get out of your head.
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Post by Donald Duck on Nov 24, 2010 0:30:27 GMT -5
Yes! He absolutely deserves it! He has made such a great and eclectic range of music, which we all enjoy!
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Post by angelgirl on May 27, 2014 21:24:24 GMT -5
I'm glad he has one. He has made such wonderful music that fans of all ages can appreciate and enjoy.
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Post by Silver on Jul 23, 2015 23:18:21 GMT -5
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