13 Minutes Presents: Artemis II 13 Minutes to the Moon: Bonus: The making of the music
Dec 23, 2019
Hans Zimmer discusses creating the theme music for a space-themed podcast. He explores the impact of music on imagination and the importance of coffee. The episode delves into the collaboration process and emotional connections in music creation, aiming to evoke deep connections with listeners. It also reflects on the wonder, drama, and emotions of the moon landing mission.
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Instruments As Time's Technology
- Hans Zimmer treats musical instruments as the technology of their time and embraces both vintage and modern devices.
- He rejects a division between music and technology, using computers as creative instruments rather than mere tools.
Growing Up Between Synths And Rockets
- Zimmer recalls growing up mixing music and computing, ignoring the idea that computers were only for accounting.
- He credits Bob Moog and early synthesizers for shaping his musical imagination alongside NASA-era aesthetics.
Collaborate And Listen First
- Work collaboratively and listen closely; music shines when people play and respond to each other.
- Start humbly, learn the orchestra, and accept that the white page gets whiter before notes emerge.