Alan Silvestri
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Alan Silvestri | |
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Birth name | Alan Anthony Silvestri |
Born | New York City, New York, United States | March 26, 1950
Genres | Movie score |
Occupation(s) | Composer, conductor |
Instruments | Drums |
Years active | 1972-present |
Alan Anthony Silvestri (born March 26, 1950) is an American composer and conductor. He is known for his movie and television scores.
Early life[change | change source]
Silvestri was born in New York City to Louis Silvestri and Sophia Phelan. His father is Italian and His mother is Irish.
Influences[change | change source]
Silvestri stated composers like Elmer Bernstein, Jerry Goldsmith, John Williams and John Barry as influences.
Personal life[change | change source]
Silvestri and his wife Sandra live in Carmel Valley Village, California with Joey Silvestri, Alexandra Silvestri and James Silvestri.