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Steve Sidwell | Broadway Blockbusters, Hollywood Classics, the King's Coronation and a Grammy...not bad so far!

September 14, 2023 Martin Sutton | The Songwriting Academy / Steve Sidwell Episode 32
Steve Sidwell | Broadway Blockbusters, Hollywood Classics, the King's Coronation and a Grammy...not bad so far!
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Steve Sidwell | Broadway Blockbusters, Hollywood Classics, the King's Coronation and a Grammy...not bad so far!
Sep 14, 2023 Episode 32
Martin Sutton | The Songwriting Academy / Steve Sidwell

The fascinating world of string orchestration and composition is unveiled by Grammy award winning Steve Sidwell in this open chat about his work, the artists he has worked with and the highs in his life we would all love to experience.

Steve has featured on numerous albums, television shows, advertising campaigns and films with his distinctive and innovative orchestrations and compositions.

Steve’s has produced some outstanding and award winning specialist commissions. Including ‘Elements and Motion’ written for the 79th Academy Awards and the sensational ‘Honda Choir’. Steve’s 2015 GRAMMY Award was for the Best Musical Theatre Album for the original cast album Beautiful: The Musical; Steve was also nominated for a Tony Award for Best Orchestration for Beautiful The Carole King Musical.

With album credits from Robbie Williams to Dame Shirley Bassey, Steve has performed professionally with many international artists. Contributions to movie tracks include Moulin Rouge, Romeo & Juliet, Bridget Jones’ Diary to name but a few.

The best advice out there, raw and uncensored, from experts who have walked the walk through the music business 🔥

To find out how we can help you, come and talk to our professionals

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The fascinating world of string orchestration and composition is unveiled by Grammy award winning Steve Sidwell in this open chat about his work, the artists he has worked with and the highs in his life we would all love to experience.

Steve has featured on numerous albums, television shows, advertising campaigns and films with his distinctive and innovative orchestrations and compositions.

Steve’s has produced some outstanding and award winning specialist commissions. Including ‘Elements and Motion’ written for the 79th Academy Awards and the sensational ‘Honda Choir’. Steve’s 2015 GRAMMY Award was for the Best Musical Theatre Album for the original cast album Beautiful: The Musical; Steve was also nominated for a Tony Award for Best Orchestration for Beautiful The Carole King Musical.

With album credits from Robbie Williams to Dame Shirley Bassey, Steve has performed professionally with many international artists. Contributions to movie tracks include Moulin Rouge, Romeo & Juliet, Bridget Jones’ Diary to name but a few.

The best advice out there, raw and uncensored, from experts who have walked the walk through the music business 🔥

To find out how we can help you, come and talk to our professionals

Get more from The Songwriting Academy and join the FREE Songwriting Community HERE