Elliot Goldenthal

Elliot Goldenthal
Elliot Goldenthal
	Goldenthal in 2014
Background information
Born	May 2, 1954 (age 70); New York City, U.S.
Genres	Contemporary classical; theatre music; film score; avant-garde;
Occupation(s)	Composer; songwriter;
Years active	1978–present
Website	www.elliotgoldenthal.com

Elliot Goldenthal (born May 2, 1954) is an American composer of contemporary classical music and film and theatrical scores. A student of Aaron Copland and John Corigliano, he is best known for his distinctive style and ability to blend various musical styles and techniques in original and inventive ways. He won the Academy Award for Best Original Score in 2002 for his score to the motion picture Frida, directed by his longtime partner Julie Taymor.