Ennio Morricone was a highly celebrated Italian composer known for his extensive work in film and classical music. With over 400 film scores and more than 100 classical compositions, he is regarded as one of the most productive and influential film composers ever. His illustrious career is marked by numerous awards, including Oscars, Grammys, Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and many more, solidifying his legacy as a musical giant.
1912: Release of "The Life and Death of King Richard III"
The film "The Life and Death of King Richard III" was released in 1912.
November 1928: Birth of Ennio Morricone
Ennio Morricone was born in November 1928.
1928: Introduction of the Academy Honorary Award
The Academy Honorary Award, a special recognition given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, was first presented in 1928.
December 1932: Birth of Maria Travia
Maria Travia was born in December 1932.
1940: Morricone Enters Saint Cecilia Conservatory
At the age of 12, Ennio Morricone enrolled in the Saint Cecilia Conservatory in 1940 to study trumpet and music theory.
1941: Morricone Joins Orchestra of the Opera
Ennio Morricone was selected to be a part of the Orchestra of the Opera, directed by Carlo Zecchi, for a tour in the Veneto region in 1941.
1946: Morricone Earns Trumpet Diploma
Ennio Morricone received his diploma in trumpet from the Saint Cecilia Conservatory in 1946.
1946: Morricone Composes "Il Mattino"
In 1946, Ennio Morricone composed "Il Mattino" ("The Morning"), a piece for voice and piano.
1950: Morricone Meets Maria Travia
Ennio Morricone and Maria Travia first met in 1950.
1950: Morricone Begins Arranging Career
Ennio Morricone's career as an arranger began in 1950 when he arranged the piece "Mamma Bianca."
1952: Morricone Receives Diploma in Instrumentation
Ennio Morricone was awarded a Diploma in Instrumentation for Band Arrangement in 1952.
1953: Morricone Begins Arranging American-Style Medleys
Ennio Morricone was commissioned to arrange American-style medleys for radio broadcasts in 1953.
1954: Morricone Begins Career as Ghost Writer and Arranger
After graduating in 1954, Ennio Morricone started his musical career by ghost writing and arranging music for films, often using pseudonyms like Dan Savio and Leo Nichols. He also worked as an arranger for various light music orchestras of the RAI television network, collaborating with prominent figures such as Armando Trovajoli, Alessandro Cicognini, and Carlo Savina.
1954: Morricone Completes Composition Studies
Ennio Morricone completed his studies at the Conservatory of Santa Cecilia in 1954, obtaining a Diploma in Composition.
1954: Morricone Composes "Musica per archi e pianoforte"
Ennio Morricone composed "Musica per archi e pianoforte" in 1954.
1955: Morricone Begins Ghostwriting for Film and Theatre
Ennio Morricone started ghostwriting music for film and theatre productions in 1955.
1955: Morricone Composes Chamber Music
Ennio Morricone composed several chamber music pieces, including "Invenzione, Canone e Ricercare per piano" and "Sestetto per flauto, oboe, fagotto, violino, viola, e violoncello," in 1955.
October 1956: Morricone Marries Maria Travia
Ennio Morricone married Maria Travia on October 1956.
1956: Morricone Starts Playing in Jazz Band and Arranging for RAI
To support his family, Ennio Morricone began playing in a jazz band and arranging pop songs for the Italian broadcasting service RAI in 1956.
1956: Morricone's Continued Composition Work
Ennio Morricone continued to compose, creating works such as "Dodici Variazione per oboe, violoncello, e piano" and "Trio per clarinetto, corno, e violoncello; Variazione su un tema di Frescobaldi" in 1956.
1957: Morricone Composes for Guitar and Orchestra
Ennio Morricone composed "Quattro pezzi per chitarra" and the "Concerto per orchestra," dedicated to his teacher Goffredo Petrassi, in 1957.
1957: Birth of Marco Morricone
Marco Morricone, Ennio's son, was born in 1957.
1958: Morricone Briefly Works for RAI
Ennio Morricone was hired by RAI in 1958, but left the job on his first day due to a company rule prohibiting the broadcasting of music composed by employees.
1958: Morricone's Later Compositions
In 1958, Ennio Morricone composed "Distanze per violino, violoncello, e piano," "Musica per undici violini," and "Tre Studi per flauto, clarinetto, e fagotto."
1959: Morricone Conducts and Co-composes for "Morte di un amico"
In 1959, Ennio Morricone worked as the conductor and uncredited co-composer for the score of "Morte di un amico" (Death of a Friend), an Italian drama film directed by Franco Rossi. He also composed music for the theatre production "Il lieto fine" by Luciano Salce in the same year.
1959: Morricone's Early Compositions
Between 1954 and 1959, Ennio Morricone composed a variety of orchestral and chamber pieces, showcasing his versatility as a composer.
1959: Morricone Composes "La donna che vale"
Ennio Morricone composed "La donna che vale" for Alberto Lionello in 1959.
1960: Morricone's Collaborations with Edoardo Vianello and Nora Orlandi
Ennio Morricone collaborated with Edoardo Vianello, composing songs like "Ornella" and "Cicciona cha-cha," and worked with Nora Orlandi on "Arianna" in 1960.
1960: Morricone's Rise to International Fame
From 1960, Ennio Morricone began to gain international recognition for his contributions to film music, particularly in the Western genre.
1961: Birth of Alessandra Morricone
Alessandra Morricone, Ennio's daughter, was born in 1961.
1961: Morricone Continues Work with Edoardo Vianello
Ennio Morricone furthered his collaboration with Edoardo Vianello, composing "Faccio finta di dormire" in 1961.
1961: Morricone's Official Film Debut with "Il Federale"
Ennio Morricone made his official film debut in 1961 with the score for Luciano Salce's "Il Federale" (The Fascist), marking the beginning of his career composing for a wide range of films, from light comedies to more serious dramas.
1962: Morricone Scores Italian Comedies "Eighteen in the Sun" and "Il Successo"
In 1962, Morricone composed the scores for two Italian comedies, "Eighteen in the Sun" (Diciottenni al sole) and "Il Successo," further establishing his versatility as a composer for different film genres.
1962: Morricone Composes for Various Artists
Ennio Morricone composed songs for various artists, including Gianni Morandi's "Go Kart Twist" and Jimmy Fontana's "Twist no. 9; Nicole" in 1962.
1962: Morricone Composes for "La voglia matta" and Arranges for Edoardo Vianello
Ennio Morricone composed the jazz-infused score for Luciano Salce's comedy "La voglia matta" (Crazy Desire) in 1962. That same year, he also created the arrangement for Edoardo Vianello's summer hit "Pinne, fucile, e occhiali," a cha-cha song featuring innovative sound effects and rhythmic variations.
1962: Morricone Meets Peter Tevis
In 1962, Ennio Morricone's career took a significant turn when he met American folk singer Peter Tevis. The two artists collaborated on a version of Woody Guthrie's "Pastures of Plenty," marking the beginning of a fruitful partnership. Morricone would go on to compose music for Tevis' vocals in several of his early Westerns.
1963: Morricone Co-Writes "Ogni volta"
Ennio Morricone co-wrote the music for the song "Ogni volta" ("Every Time") with Roby Ferrante in 1963.
1963: Morricone's Collaborations with Edoardo Vianello, Luigi Tenco, and Gino Paoli
Ennio Morricone composed more songs with Edoardo Vianello, including "T'ho conosciuta," worked with Luigi Tenco on "Quello che conta; Tra tanta gente," and collaborated with Gino Paoli on "Nel corso" in 1963.
1963: Morricone Scores Wertmüller's "I basilischi" and "Il Successo"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Lina Wertmüller's directorial debut, "I basilischi" (The Basilisks/The Lizards), and the comedy "Il Successo" in 1963, showcasing his ability to craft scores for both comedic and dramatic films.
1963: Composition of Score for "Duello nel Texas"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the Spaghetti Western film "Duello nel Texas" in 1963.
1963: Morricone Composes Music for "Duello nel Texas"
Prior to his renowned collaboration with Sergio Leone, Ennio Morricone honed his skills composing music for lesser-known Western films such as "Duello nel Texas" (also known as "Gunfight at Red Sands") in 1963. This experience proved invaluable in shaping his signature sound for the Western genre.
1964: Morricone Scores "Bullets Don't Argue"
Ennio Morricone continued to make a name for himself in the Spaghetti Western genre by composing the music for "Bullets Don't Argue" in 1964.
1964: Morricone Co-Founds Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza
In 1964, Ennio Morricone co-founded the avant-garde ensemble Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza in Rome, where he also performed as a trumpet player.
1964: Morricone Joins Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza
Ennio Morricone joined the Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza (G.I.N.C.) in 1964, an avant-garde group known for their experimental improvisation and exploration of new musical methods. Morricone remained a part of the group until their disbandment in 1980.
1964: Morricone Participates in Chess Tournament
Morricone participated in his first official chess tournament in 1964, even winning a prize in the amateur category.
1964: Composition of Score for "Il Malamondo"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the film "Il Malamondo" in 1964, demonstrating his versatility beyond the Western genre.
1964: Morricone's Works for Catherine Spaak and Renato Rascel
Ennio Morricone composed "Penso a te; Questi vent'anni miei" for Catherine Spaak and "Scirocco" for Renato Rascel in 1964.
1964: Birth of Andrea Morricone
Andrea Morricone, Ennio's son, was born in 1964.
1964: Morricone's Breakthrough with Leone's "A Fistful of Dollars"
1964 marked a turning point in Ennio Morricone's career. Sergio Leone, a former schoolmate, hired him to compose the score for "A Fistful of Dollars." The film, a stylistic departure from traditional Westerns, was elevated by Morricone's innovative and now-iconic score. This collaboration marked the beginning of a long and fruitful partnership between the composer and director, redefining the sound of the Western genre.
1964: Release of "A Fistful of Dollars" in Italy
"A Fistful of Dollars", scored by Ennio Morricone (initially under the pseudonym Dan Savio), was released in Italy in 1964. This marked the beginning of the film's journey to international success.
1965: Score for "Nightmare Castle"
Morricone composed the music for the horror film "Nightmare Castle" in 1965, an early example of his work in the genre.
1965: Music for "A Pistol for Ringo" and "The Return of Ringo"
In 1965, Ennio Morricone composed the scores for two Spaghetti Western films: "A Pistol for Ringo" and "The Return of Ringo."
1965: Morricone Scores "Slalom"
Expanding his repertoire, Ennio Morricone composed the score for the film "Slalom" in 1965.
1965: Morricone Scores Comedies "Slalom" and "Menage all'italiana"
Ennio Morricone composed the scores for two more Italian comedies in 1965, "Slalom" and "Menage all'italiana" (Menage Italian Style), solidifying his reputation as a sought-after composer for the genre.
1965: Release of "For a Few Dollars More"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for Sergio Leone's second installment in the Dollars Trilogy, "For a Few Dollars More", in 1965.
1965: Collaboration with Marco Bellocchio Begins with "Fists in the Pocket"
Ennio Morricone began his collaborative relationship with director Marco Bellocchio in 1965, composing the score for the film "Fists in the Pocket."
1965: Unused Score for "The Bible: In the Beginning" and Repurposing Music
Although Morricone was initially engaged to score John Huston's "The Bible: In the Beginning...", his music was ultimately rejected due to a conflict between the film's producer and Morricone's record label. Undeterred, Morricone repurposed portions of this unused score in other films, including Duccio Tessari's "The Return of Ringo" (1965).
1966: Morricone Scores Gillo Pontecorvo's "The Battle of Algiers"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for Gillo Pontecorvo's politically charged film "The Battle of Algiers" in 1966.
1966: Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza Releases Debut Album
The Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza (G.I.N.C.) released their self-titled debut album in 1966, marking the beginning of their recorded output that would span over a decade.
1966: Music Featured in "Inglourious Basterds"
Music composed by Morricone for the 1966 film "The Big Gundown" was featured in Quentin Tarantino's 2009 film "Inglourious Basterds."
1966: Release of "Se telefonando"
In 1966, Ennio Morricone composed "Se telefonando," a sophisticated track sung by Mina for her album *Studio Uno 66*. The song, notable for its unique arrangement blending trumpets, strings, and a female choir, reached number 7 on the Italian Hitparade.
1966: Birth of Giovanni Morricone
Giovanni Morricone, Ennio's son, was born in 1966.
1966: Morricone Scores "How I Learned to Love Women"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the Italian comedy "How I Learned to Love Women" (Come imparai ad amare le donne) in 1966, continuing his contributions to the genre.
1966: Scores for "Seven Guns for the MacGregors" and "The Hills Run Red"
Ennio Morricone composed the scores for two more Spaghetti Westerns in 1966: "Seven Guns for the MacGregors" and "The Hills Run Red."
1966: Morricone Scores Sollima's "The Big Gundown"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Sergio Sollima's Western film "The Big Gundown," starring Lee Van Cleef, in 1966.
1966: Release of "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly"
"The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," a film scored by Ennio Morricone, was released in 1966.
1966: Morricone Composes "Je changerais d'avis"
Ennio Morricone composed "Je changerais d'avis" for Françoise Hardy in 1966.
1966: Morricone Scores Corbucci's "Navajo Joe"
Ennio Morricone began working with another prominent Spaghetti Western director, Sergio Corbucci, in 1966, composing the music for "Navajo Joe."
1966: Morricone Joins "Il Gruppo"
Ennio Morricone became a key member of "Il Gruppo," an experimental composers' collective, in 1966.
1966: Release of "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly"
1966 saw the release of "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly," the final film in Sergio Leone's Dollars Trilogy, with music composed by Ennio Morricone.
1966: Release of "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly"
Ennio Morricone composed the iconic score for the film "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," which was released in 1966.
January 1967: Release of "A Fistful of Dollars" in the United States
In January 1967, "A Fistful of Dollars" was released in the United States, grossing $4.5 million that year and eventually reaching $14.5 million, a considerable sum against its $200,000 budget.
1967: Release of "The Private Sea of Dreams"
Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza (G.I.N.C.) released their second album, "The Private Sea of Dreams," in 1967, further solidifying their reputation as pioneers of avant-garde and experimental music.
1967: US Release of the Dollars Trilogy and Morricone's Breakthrough
The Dollars Trilogy, a series of Spaghetti Western films scored by Ennio Morricone, was released in the United States in 1967. This release, facilitated by United Artists, proved to be a breakthrough moment for Morricone, introducing his distinctive musical style to American audiences and significantly boosting his popularity.
1967: Music for "Listen, Let's Make Love"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the film "Listen, Let's Make Love" in 1967, demonstrating his range across different film genres.
1967: Morricone Composes for "Death Rides a Horse"
Ennio Morricone provided the score for Giulio Petroni's Spaghetti Western film "Death Rides a Horse" in 1967.
1967: Morricone Scores "Her Harem"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the Italian comedy "Her Harem" (L'harem) in 1967, adding another comedic score to his growing filmography.
1967: Morricone Scores Corbucci's "The Hellbenders"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Sergio Corbucci's "The Hellbenders" in 1967, continuing their collaboration in the Spaghetti Western genre.
1967: Music for Sollima's "Face to Face"
Continuing his work with director Sergio Sollima, Ennio Morricone composed the music for "Face to Face" in 1967.
August 1968: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Soundtrack Certified Gold
On August 14, 1968, the soundtrack for "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" was certified gold by the RIAA for selling over 500,000 copies in the United States.
1968: Music for Corbucci's "The Mercenary/The Professional Gun" and "The Great Silence"
In 1968, Ennio Morricone composed the scores for two more Sergio Corbucci films, "The Mercenary/The Professional Gun" and "The Great Silence," solidifying their collaborative partnership.
1968: Music for "A Quiet Place in the Country"
In 1968, Morricone contributed his musical talent to the horror film "A Quiet Place in the Country".
1968: Hugo Montenegro's Rendition of "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" Tops Charts
In 1968, Hugo Montenegro's version of "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" achieved significant commercial success, reaching number two on the Billboard pop singles chart in the US and claiming the top spot in the UK for four weeks.
1968: Morricone Focuses on Film Scoring, Works on 20 Films
In 1968, Ennio Morricone significantly reduced his work outside of film composing, choosing to focus on scoring a remarkable 20 films that year. This period showcased his prolific output and dedication to film music. One notable project from this year was his psychedelic score for Mario Bava's superhero film, "Danger: Diabolik."
1968: Music for "Tepepa," "A Bullet for the General," "Guns for San Sebastian," and "A Sky Full of Stars for a Roof"
Ennio Morricone had a prolific year in 1968, composing the scores for four Spaghetti Western films: "Tepepa," "A Bullet for the General," "Guns for San Sebastian," and "A Sky Full of Stars for a Roof."
1968: Release of "Improvvisationen"
G.I.N.C. released their third album, "Improvvisationen," in 1968, showcasing their ongoing exploration of improvisation and experimental soundscapes.
1968: Release of Sollima's "Run, Man, Run" with Morricone's Score
"Run, Man, Run," another collaboration between Ennio Morricone and director Sergio Sollima, was released in 1968, showcasing their shared affinity for the Western genre.
1968: Release of "Once Upon a Time in the West"
Ennio Morricone continued his work with Sergio Leone, composing the music for "Once Upon a Time in the West" in 1968.
1968: Morricone Scores "A Fine Pair"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the comedy film "A Fine Pair" (Ruba al prossimo tuo) in 1968, continuing his work in the comedy genre.
1968: Morricone Scores "The Battle of Algiers"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the film "The Battle of Algiers" in 1968.
1968: Morricone Scores Roberto Faenza's "H2S"
Ennio Morricone worked with director Roberto Faenza, composing the score for the film "H2S" in 1968.
1969: G.I.N.C. Contributes to Morricone's Score for "A Quiet Place in the Country"
Ennio Morricone's score for the 1969 film "A Quiet Place in the Country" featured contributions from the Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza (G.I.N.C.), blending their experimental style with his cinematic compositions.
1969: Score for "Unknown Woman"
Morricone composed the music for the Italian giallo film "Unknown Woman" in 1969.
1969: Morricone Co-Founds Forum Music Village
Ennio Morricone, along with others, established Forum Music Village, a renowned recording studio, in 1969.
1969: Morricone Scores "L'Alibi"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the Italian comedy film "L'Alibi" in 1969, demonstrating his continued presence in the genre.
1969: Composition of Score for "The Five Man Army"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the Spaghetti Western film "The Five Man Army" in 1969.
1969: Music for "Metti una sera a cena"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the film "Metti una sera a cena", which was released in 1969. This work would later earn him his first Nastro d'Argento award.
1969: Music for Pontecorvo's "Queimada!"
Ennio Morricone collaborated with director Gillo Pontecorvo again in 1969, composing the score for the film "Queimada!," which starred Marlon Brando.
1970: Morricone Scores Don Siegel's "Two Mules for Sister Sara"
In 1970, Ennio Morricone composed the score for Don Siegel's Western film "Two Mules for Sister Sara."
1970: Music for "Two Mules for Sister Sara" and "The Virginian"
In 1970, Morricone furthered his contributions to the Western genre. He composed the score for Don Siegel's American-Mexican Western "Two Mules for Sister Sara", starring Clint Eastwood and Shirley MacLaine. Additionally, he composed the theme music for the American Western television series "The Virginian".
1970: Music for "Forbidden Photos of a Lady Above Suspicion"
In 1970, Morricone continued his work in the giallo genre, composing the score for "Forbidden Photos of a Lady Above Suspicion".
1970: Violent City and Award Recognition
In 1970, Ennio Morricone composed the score for the film "Violent City". Notably, this year also marked a significant achievement in his career as he received his first Nastro d'Argento award for his work on the film "Metti una sera a cena" (1969).
1970: Morricone Composes "I Like The World"
Ennio Morricone composed "I Like The World" for Demis Roussos in 1970.
1970: Release of "The Feedback"
G.I.N.C. released "The Feedback" in 1970, a groundbreaking album fusing free jazz, avant-garde classical, and funk. This highly influential record would later become a favorite among hip-hop DJs and a sought-after collector's item.
1970: Morricone Composes for Sollima's "Violent City"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for Sergio Sollima's crime thriller "Violent City," starring Charles Bronson, in 1970, marking a shift from their previous collaborations in the Western genre.
1970: Release of Corbucci's "Compañeros" with Morricone's Score
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Sergio Corbucci's film "Compañeros," released in 1970.
1970: Music for Dario Argento's "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Dario Argento's giallo thriller "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage" in 1970, marking his entry into the horror genre.
1971: Scoring Several Giallo Films
1971 was a prolific year for Morricone's contributions to the giallo genre. He composed the scores for several films in this genre, including "A Lizard in a Woman's Skin", "Cold Eyes of Fear", "The Fifth Cord", "Short Night of Glass Dolls", and "The Black Belly of the Tarantula".
1971: Release of "A Fistful of Dynamite"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for Sergio Leone's "A Fistful of Dynamite", released in 1971. This film marked a departure from their previous collaborations in the Western genre.
1971: Collaboration with Giuliano Montaldo on "Sacco e Vanzetti" and with Giuseppe Patroni Griffi on "'Tis Pity She's a Whore"
Ennio Morricone worked on two films in 1971: "Sacco e Vanzetti," directed by Giuliano Montaldo, and "'Tis Pity She's a Whore," directed by Giuseppe Patroni Griffi, showcasing his versatility and sought-after talent in the film industry.
1971: Morricone's Collaborations with Mireille Mathieu
Ennio Morricone worked with Mireille Mathieu, composing songs such as "Mon ami de toujours" and "Pas vu, pas pris" in 1971.
1971: Morricone Receives First Golden Record
In 1971, Ennio Morricone achieved his first golden record (disco d'oro) for surpassing one million record sales in Italy, along with a "Targa d'Oro" for reaching 22 million sales globally.
1971: "Targa d'Oro" Award for Worldwide Sales
In 1971, Ennio Morricone received the "Targa d'Oro" award in recognition of his remarkable global record sales, which had reached an impressive 22 million copies.
1971: Collaboration with Joan Baez and "Sacco e Vanzetti"
In 1971, Morricone composed the score for "Sacco e Vanzetti", a film that incorporated the iconic folk song "Here's to You" sung by Joan Baez. The song, inspired by a letter from Bartolomeo Vanzetti, became a significant part of the film's legacy and Morricone's repertoire. This work also earned him his second Nastro d'Argento award.
1971: Scores for Argento's Giallo Thrillers
In 1971, Morricone continued his work with Dario Argento, composing the scores for two more giallo thrillers, "The Cat o' Nine Tails" and "Four Flies on Grey Velvet", further establishing his presence in the horror film genre.
1971: G.I.N.C. Collaborates on Morricone's Score for "Cold Eyes of Fear"
The Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza (G.I.N.C.) collaborated with Ennio Morricone on the soundtrack for the 1971 film "Cold Eyes of Fear," further demonstrating their versatility and impact on Morricone's cinematic work.
1972: Music for Giallo Films
Morricone continued to be a prominent composer for the giallo genre in 1972, providing scores for films like "My Dear Killer", "What Have You Done to Solange?", and "Who Saw Her Die?".
1972: Morricone Scores "This Kind of Love", "Winged Devils", and "Fiorina la vacca"
In 1972, Morricone composed the scores for three Italian comedies: "This Kind of Love" (Questa specie d'amore), "Winged Devils" (Forza "G"), and "Fiorina la vacca", highlighting his prolific output and versatility in composing for comedic films.
1972: Morricone Composes for Corbucci's "Sonny and Jed" and "What Am I Doing in the Middle of the Revolution?"
Ennio Morricone further solidified his partnership with director Sergio Corbucci in 1972 by composing the scores for two of his films: "Sonny and Jed" and "What Am I Doing in the Middle of the Revolution?"
1972: Music for "Life Is Tough, Eh Providence?"
Ennio Morricone continued his work in the Spaghetti Western genre by composing the score for "Life Is Tough, Eh Providence?" in 1972.
1973: Music for Sollima's Poliziottesco Film "Revolver"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Sergio Sollima's poliziottesco film "Revolver" in 1973.
1973: Composition of Score for "My Name Is Nobody"
In 1973, Ennio Morricone composed the score for the film "My Name Is Nobody."
1973: Release of "Improvvisazioni a Formazioni Variate"
In 1973, G.I.N.C. released "Improvvisazioni a Formazioni Variate," an album reflecting their continued experimentation with diverse musical formations and improvisational techniques.
1973: This date is not directly related to Morricone
The text mentions William Friedkin's film "The Exorcist" being released in 1973, but it does not directly involve any of Morricone's work.
1973: Music Featured in "Inglourious Basterds"
Tracks from Morricone's 1973 score for the film "Revolver" were included in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" (2009).
1974: Music Featured in "Inglourious Basterds"
Compositions from Morricone's work on the 1974 film "Allonsanfàn" were used in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" (2009).
1974: Morricone Composes for Mireille Mathieu
Ennio Morricone composed "J'oublie la pluie et le soleil" for Mireille Mathieu in 1974.
1974: Morricone Composes for Bolognini's "Drama of the Rich" and Lenzi's "Almost Human"
In 1974, Ennio Morricone composed music for two films: Mauro Bolognini's "Drama of the Rich" and Umberto Lenzi's "Almost Human."
1974: Composing for "Spazio 1999"
Morricone composed music for the Italian-produced compilation film "Spazio 1999" in 1974, which served as a launchpad for the Italian-British television series "Space: 1999". Interestingly, the original series episodes used music by Barry Gray.
1974: Composing for "Spasmo"
Morricone composed the score for the giallo film "Spasmo" in 1974.
1974: Composing for "The Antichrist"
Morricone composed the score for the horror film "The Antichrist" in 1974.
1975: Music for "Autopsy"
In 1975, Morricone composed the music for the giallo film "Autopsy".
1975: Scoring "The "Human" Factor"
In 1975, Morricone provided the score for the George Kennedy revenge thriller "The "Human" Factor", directed by Edward Dmytryk, marking the director's final film.
1975: Music for "Night Train Murders"
In 1975, Morricone provided the score for the horror film "Night Train Murders".
1975: Release of "Nuova Consonanza"
G.I.N.C. returned to their roots with their 1975 album, "Nuova Consonanza," showcasing their evolved sound and dedication to pushing the boundaries of contemporary music.
1975: Composition of Score for Pasolini's "Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for Pier Paolo Pasolini's controversial film "Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom" in 1975.
1975: Morricone's Continued Success in Film Scoring
By 1975, Ennio Morricone had firmly established himself as a prominent film composer, having created numerous memorable scores.
1976: Morricone Scores Bertolucci's "Novecento"
Ennio Morricone collaborated with director Bernardo Bertolucci on the historical epic "Novecento" in 1976, providing a sweeping score for the film.
1976: Morricone Composes for "1900"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the film "1900" in 1976.
1976: Release of "Musica su Schemi"
G.I.N.C. released their final album, "Musica su Schemi," in 1976, concluding their influential discography that left an indelible mark on the avant-garde and experimental music scenes.
1977: Scores for "Exorcist II" and "Holocaust 2000"
In 1977, Morricone composed the scores for two notable films: John Boorman's horror sequel "Exorcist II: The Heretic" and Alberto De Martino's apocalyptic horror "Holocaust 2000", starring Kirk Douglas.
1978: Morricone Scores "La Cage aux Folles" and "Days of Heaven"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the film "La Cage aux Folles" and received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score for his work on "Days of Heaven" in 1978.
1978: Morricone Scores "La Cage aux Folles"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the French-Italian comedy film "La Cage aux Folles" directed by Édouard Molinaro in 1978, gaining recognition for his work on this internationally successful film.
1978: First Oscar Nomination for "Days of Heaven"
In 1978, Ennio Morricone received his first Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score for his work on Terrence Malick's film "Days of Heaven", starring Richard Gere. This nomination marked a significant milestone in his career, acknowledging his exceptional talent on an international stage.
1978: Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza Disbands
The Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza, of which Morricone was a founding member, disbanded in 1978.
1978: Release of "Days of Heaven"
The film "Days of Heaven," for which Morricone composed the score, was released in 1978.
1979: First Academy Award Nomination for "Days of Heaven"
Ennio Morricone received his first Academy Award nomination in 1979 for his score for the film "Days of Heaven".
1979: Oscar Nomination for "Days of Heaven"
Ennio Morricone's score for "Days of Heaven" was nominated for Best Original Score at the 1979 Academy Awards, where he competed against renowned composers such as Jerry Goldsmith, Dave Grusin, Giorgio Moroder (the eventual winner), and John Williams.
1980: Morricone Scores "La Cage aux Folles II" and "Il ladrone"
In 1980, Morricone scored two successful comedies: "La Cage aux Folles II," the sequel to the popular French-Italian film, and "Il ladrone" (The Good Thief), showcasing his ability to create memorable scores for both sequels and standalone comedic films.
1980: Morricone's Involvement with "Il Gruppo" Concludes
Ennio Morricone's time as a member of the experimental composers' collective "Il Gruppo" came to an end in 1980.
1980: Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza Disbands
After 16 years of pioneering experimental music, the Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza (G.I.N.C.) disbanded in 1980. The group, which included Ennio Morricone as a core member, left behind a significant legacy in avant-garde music.
1981: Return to Scoring Westerns with "The Hateful Eight"
Morricone's score for "The Hateful Eight" (2016) marked his first time composing music for a Western since 1981.
1981: Morricone Composes for "Le Professionnel"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the film "Le Professionnel" in 1981.
1981: Composition of Score for "Buddy Goes West"
Ennio Morricone returned to the Spaghetti Western genre in 1981 to compose the score for "Buddy Goes West."
1982: Morricone Scores "The Thing"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the film "The Thing" in 1982.
1982: Composing for John Carpenter's "The Thing"
Morricone composed the score for John Carpenter's science fiction horror film "The Thing" in 1982. His main theme for the film would later be reflected in Marco Beltrami's score for the film's prequel, released in 2011.
1983: Music for Tinto Brass's "The Key"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for Tinto Brass's erotic drama "The Key" in 1983.
1983: Metallica Adopts "The Ecstasy of Gold" for Concerts
Metallica began using "The Ecstasy of Gold" as the introductory music for their concerts in 1983, showcasing the enduring influence of Morricone's work.
September 1984: Morricone Conducts at Cinésymphonie '84
In September 1984, Ennio Morricone conducted the Orchestre national des Pays de la Loire at the Cinésymphonie '84 event in Paris, performing his renowned compositions.
1984: Release of "Once Upon a Time in America"
Ennio Morricone provided the score for Sergio Leone's final completed film, "Once Upon a Time in America," released in 1984. This marked the culmination of their long-standing and celebrated collaboration.
1985: Morricone Scores "La Cage aux Folles 3: The Wedding"
Ennio Morricone continued his work on the "La Cage aux Folles" franchise in 1985 by composing the score for the third installment, "La Cage aux Folles 3: The Wedding," directed by Georges Lautner.
1985: Start of Scoring "La piovra"
Morricone began composing music for the TV series "La piovra" in 1985, starting with season 2.
1986: Morricone Nominated for Academy Award for "The Mission"
Ennio Morricone received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score for his work on "The Mission" in 1986.
1986: Gold Certification for "The Mission" Soundtrack
The soundtrack for the 1986 film "The Mission," composed by Ennio Morricone, achieved gold certification in the United States, signifying its immense popularity and commercial success.
October 1987: Morricone Performs with Metropole Orchestra in Antwerp
Ennio Morricone, in October 1987, performed a concert with the Dutch Metropole Orchestra and soprano Alide Maria Salvetta at the Sportpaleis in Antwerp, Belgium.
1987: Morricone Receives Academy Award Nomination for "The Untouchables"
Ennio Morricone was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Score for his work on "The Untouchables" in 1987.
1987: Reusing Music from "The Bible" Project
Morricone continued to find use for the music he had originally composed for "The Bible: In the Beginning...". In 1987, he incorporated parts of this score into Alberto Negrin's "The Secret of the Sahara". This demonstrates Morricone's resourcefulness and ability to adapt his music to different projects.
1987: Academy Award Nomination for "The Untouchables"
Ennio Morricone received an Academy Award nomination for his work on the film "The Untouchables" in 1987.
1987: Morricone Co-writes "It Couldn't Happen Here"
Ennio Morricone collaborated with the Pet Shop Boys in 1987 to co-write the song "It Couldn't Happen Here".
1987: Collaboration with Brian De Palma on "The Untouchables"
Ennio Morricone collaborated with director Brian De Palma on the crime drama "The Untouchables" in 1987. This film marked the beginning of their creative partnership, which would extend to two more films. Morricone's score for "The Untouchables" earned him his third Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score.
1988: Morricone Collaborates with Ruggero Raimondi
Ennio Morricone worked with Italian opera singer Ruggero Raimondi in 1988, composing "La metà di me" and "Immagina" for him.
1988: Approached for Various Hollywood Projects
In 1988, Ennio Morricone was sought after for several Hollywood films, including "A Time of Destiny," "Frantic," and projects directed by prominent figures like Roman Polanski and Franco Zeffirelli.
1988: Start of Collaboration with Giuseppe Tornatore
Morricone's enduring and fruitful partnership with Italian director Giuseppe Tornatore commenced in 1988 with the film "Cinema Paradiso."
April 1989: Death of Sergio Leone
On April 30, 1989, Sergio Leone died of a heart attack at the age of 60, marking the end of a prolific filmmaking career. At the time, Leone was developing a film about the Siege of Leningrad, with Ennio Morricone already committed to composing the score.
1989: Awards for "Cinema Paradiso"
The international version of "Cinema Paradiso" earned accolades in 1989, including the Special Jury Prize at Cannes and the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar.
1989: Scoring De Palma's "Casualties of War"
Morricone continued his collaboration with director Brian De Palma, composing the score for the war drama "Casualties of War" in 1989.
1989: Morricone Composes "Libera l'amore" for Zucchero
Italian singer Zucchero released "Libera l'amore", composed by Ennio Morricone, in 1989.
1989: Morricone Composes for "Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the film "Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!" in 1989.
1989: Establishment of the Polar Music Prize
The Polar Music Prize, one of the most prestigious music awards, was founded in 1989 by Stig Anderson.
1990: Morricone Scores Almodóvar's "Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!"
Ennio Morricone collaborated with renowned Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar in 1990, composing the score for his dark comedy-drama "Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!"
1990: Scoring "Everybody's Fine"
Following the success of "Cinema Paradiso," Morricone composed the score for Tornatore's drama "Everybody's Fine" in 1990.
1990: Continued Interest from Hollywood
Morricone continued to receive offers from Hollywood in 1990, including work on "Hamlet" starring Mel Gibson and "State of Grace" starring Sean Penn and Ed Harris.
1991: Morricone Earns Academy Award Nomination for "Bugsy"
Ennio Morricone received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Score for his work on "Bugsy" in 1991.
1991: Academy Award Nomination for "Bugsy"
Ennio Morricone received an Academy Award nomination in 1991 for his work on the film "Bugsy".
1992: Collaboration on "Rampage"
Ennio Morricone collaborated on the score for the film "Rampage," directed by William Friedkin, in 1992.
1994: Morricone Composes "Love Affair" for k.d. lang
k.d. lang released "Love Affair", a composition by Ennio Morricone, in 1994.
1994: Scoring "Love Affair"
Morricone composed the music for the romantic drama "Love Affair," directed by Warren Beatty, in 1994.
1994: Dissolution of Christian Democracy Party
The Christian Democracy (DC) party in Italy, which Morricone had supported, dissolved in 1994.
1994: Collaboration on "A Pure Formality"
Morricone worked on the score for Tornatore's "A Pure Formality" (1994), which starred Gérard Depardieu and Roman Polanski.
1995: Composing for Dolce & Gabbana
Beginning in 1995, Morricone started composing music for Dolce & Gabbana advertising campaigns, with the commercials being directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.
1995: Composing for "The Star Maker"
Morricone composed the music for Tornatore's film "The Star Maker" in 1995.
1996: Music for "The Stendhal Syndrome"
In 1996, Morricone collaborated again with Dario Argento on the horror film "The Stendhal Syndrome", showcasing their enduring creative partnership in the horror genre.
1997: Morricone Collaborates with Antonello Venditti and Tiziana Tosca Donati
The year 1997 saw the release of two Ennio Morricone compositions: "Ha fatto un sogno" performed by Antonello Venditti and "Di Più" sung by Tiziana Tosca Donati.
1998: Composing for "The Phantom of the Opera"
Ennio Morricone composed the score for the 1998 film adaptation of "The Phantom of the Opera", adding his distinct musical style to this classic horror story.
1998: Morricone Collaborates with Andrea Bocelli and Angelo Branduardi
In 1998, Ennio Morricone composed several pieces for different artists. He wrote "Come un fiume tu" and "Un Canto" for Andrea Bocelli, and "Ricordare" for Angelo Branduardi.
1998: Morricone Scores Beatty's "Bulworth"
In 1998, Morricone composed the score for Warren Beatty's political satire comedy "Bulworth," demonstrating his ability to adapt his style to the unique demands of American comedies.
1998: Collaboration on "The Legend of 1900"
Morricone composed the score for Tornatore's "The Legend of 1900," starring Tim Roth, in 1998.
1998: Collaboration on "Ultimo"
Morricone, alongside his son Andrea, began working on the "Ultimo" crime drama series in 1998.
1999: Scoring "Ultimo 2 - La sfida"
Morricone and his son, Andrea, composed the music for "Ultimo 2 - La sfida" in 1999.
1999: This date is likely incorrect
The date 1999 in this context appears to be a typo, as the text refers to the television series "Space: 1999".
June 2000: Morricone at Flanders International Film Festival Ghent
Ennio Morricone participated in the Flanders International Film Festival Ghent in June 2000, conducting the National Orchestra of Belgium for a performance of his work, including a live accompaniment of "The Life and Death of King Richard III".
2000: This date is likely incorrect
The date 2000 in this context seems to be a typo and should likely be 1982, as it refers to the year "The Thing" was released.
2000: Awards for "Canone inverso"
Morricone received both a David di Donatello Award and a Silver Ribbon for Best Score for his work on the film "Canone inverso" in 2000.
2000: Scoring "Malèna"
Morricone provided the score for Tornatore's romantic drama "Malèna," featuring Monica Bellucci, in 2000.
2000: Working on "Mission to Mars"
Morricone and De Palma collaborated for the third time on the science fiction film "Mission to Mars" in 2000, marking their final project together.
2000: Academy Award Nomination for "Malèna"
Ennio Morricone was nominated for an Academy Award in 2000 for his score for the film "Malèna".
2000: Morricone Nominated for Academy Award for "Malèna"
Ennio Morricone was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Score for his work on "Malèna" in 2000.
2000: Morricone Composes "Salmo" for Angelo Branduardi
Angelo Branduardi released "Salmo", composed by Ennio Morricone, in 2000.
2001: Morricone Embarks on World Tour
Ennio Morricone commenced his world tour in 2001, featuring performances of his classic film scores in cities such as London, Paris, Verona, and Tokyo.
2001: Morricone's Views on the Oscar Loss for "The Mission"
In a 2001 interview, Morricone expressed his disappointment over not winning the Academy Award for Best Original Score for "The Mission" (1986). He believed his score was more deserving than Herbie Hancock's winning score for "Round Midnight", which he argued used pre-existing music. Despite this loss, Morricone's score for "The Mission" has garnered significant acclaim, topping a poll of the greatest film scores and ranking highly on the American Film Institute's list.
2001: Morricone's Positive Experience Working with De Palma
In a 2001 interview, Morricone fondly recalled his collaborations with director Brian De Palma. He praised De Palma's respect for music and composers, citing their positive working relationship during the making of "The Untouchables" (1987). He humorously recounted an anecdote where De Palma ultimately chose the piece Morricone liked least for the film, highlighting their different perspectives but ultimately harmonious collaboration.
2001: End of Scoring "La piovra"
Morricone's work on "La piovra" concluded in 2001, after scoring seasons 2 through 10.
2001: Morricone Composes "My Heart and I" for Sting
Sting released "My Heart and I", composed by Ennio Morricone, in 2001.
2002: Release of "Cinema Paradiso: The New Version"
A director's cut of "Cinema Paradiso," running for 173 minutes and titled "Cinema Paradiso: The New Version" in the US, was released in 2002.
2003: Giuseppe Tornatore Announces "Leningrad" Film
Italian filmmaker Giuseppe Tornatore announced plans to direct a film titled "Leningrad" in early 2003. Ennio Morricone was considered as the composer for this project, but the film had not entered production as of the latest available information.
2003: 75th Birthday Concert at Royal Albert Hall
Morricone celebrated his 75th birthday in 2003 with a special concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
2004: Morricone Performs in Munich
Ennio Morricone performed his classic film scores at the Gasteig concert hall in Munich in 2004.
2004: Scoring "Ultimo 3 - L'infiltrato"
Morricone collaborated with his son, Andrea, to compose the music for "Ultimo 3 - L'infiltrato" in 2004.
2005: Delta V Covers "Se telefonando"
The Italian pop group Delta V released their version of Ennio Morricone's "Se telefonando" in 2005.
2005: Scoring Television Series
Morricone composed music for two television series in 2005: "Il Cuore nel Pozzo" and "Karol: A Man Who Became Pope."
2005: Morricone Scores Nominated for AFI's Top 25 Film Scores
In 2005, four of Ennio Morricone's film scores were nominated for the American Film Institute's list of the Top 25 Best American Film Scores of All Time.
2006: Morricone Composes "Conradian" for Andrea Bocelli
Andrea Bocelli released "Conradian", a composition by Ennio Morricone, in 2006.
2006: Composing for "La sconosciuta"
In 2006, Morricone composed the music for Tornatore's psychological thriller "La sconosciuta."
2006: Scoring "La provinciale"
Morricone composed the music for the television series "La provinciale" in 2006.
2006: String Arrangements for Morrissey's "Dear God Please Help Me"
Morricone provided string arrangements for Morrissey's song "Dear God Please Help Me," which was featured on the album "Ringleader of the Tormentors" released in 2006.
2006: "The Ecstasy of Gold" Featured in "Jackass Number Two"
The iconic composition "The Ecstasy of Gold," by Ennio Morricone, was featured in the opening scene of the film "Jackass Number Two" in 2006.
February 2007: Morricone Receives Honorary Academy Award
In February 2007, Ennio Morricone received an Honorary Academy Award for his contributions to film music.
February 2007: Morricone's North American Concert Debut
February 2007 marked Ennio Morricone's North American concert debut with a performance at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
2007: Scoring "Giovanni Falcone"
Morricone composed the music for the television series "Giovanni Falcone" in 2007.
2007: Academy Honorary Award
In 2007, Ennio Morricone was honored with an Academy Honorary Award. This prestigious recognition celebrated his significant and multifaceted contributions to the art of film music, solidifying his legacy as a cinematic composing legend.
2007: Metallica Releases "The Ecstasy of Gold" Cover
Metallica, known for their heavy metal sound, included an instrumental cover of "The Ecstasy of Gold" on the 2007 Morricone tribute album, "We All Love Ennio Morricone." The cover also featured minimal vocals by lead singer James Hetfield and earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rock Instrumental Performance.
2007: Vanessa and the O's Cover "Se telefonando"
In 2007, Vanessa and the O's released their rendition of Ennio Morricone's "Se telefonando".
2007: Morricone Receives Honorary Academy Award
Ennio Morricone was honored with an Academy Honorary Award in 2007.
2007: Morricone Scores "Tutte le Donne della mia Vita"
Ennio Morricone composed the music for the Italian romantic comedy "Tutte le Donne della mia Vita" directed by Simona Izzo in 2007, marking a return to scoring lighter fare.
2008: Neil Hannon Covers "Se telefonando"
Irish singer-songwriter Neil Hannon released his interpretation of "Se telefonando" in 2008.
2008: Music for Lancia Commercial
Morricone composed the music for a Lancia commercial in 2008, which featured Richard Gere and was directed by Harald Zwart.
2009: "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
Morricone's score for "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2009.
2009: Scoring "Pane e libertà"
Morricone composed the music for the television series "Pane e libertà" in 2009.
2009: Scoring "Baarìa"
Morricone composed the music for Tornatore's film "Baarìa" in 2009.
2009: Collaboration with Quentin Tarantino on "Inglourious Basterds"
Despite a scheduling conflict preventing him from composing the full score, Quentin Tarantino incorporated eight of Morricone's existing tracks into his film "Inglourious Basterds" in 2009.
2009: Coolio Samples "The Ecstasy of Gold"
Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist Coolio sampled "The Ecstasy of Gold" extensively in his 2009 song "Change," demonstrating the broad appeal and influence of Morricone's compositions.
2010: Morricone and Björk Win Polar Music Prize
Ennio Morricone and Icelandic singer Björk were jointly awarded the Polar Music Prize in 2010.
2010: Polar Music Prize
Ennio Morricone received the Polar Music Prize in 2010, a testament to his global influence and innovation in music.
2010: Ennio Morricone Receives Polar Music Prize
In 2010, Ennio Morricone was honored with the prestigious Polar Music Prize.
2010: "Se telefonando" Voted Best Mina Song
In 2010, a poll conducted by the newspaper *la Repubblica* to commemorate Mina's 70th anniversary saw 30,000 voters select "Se telefonando" as the best song ever recorded by the artist.
2010: Collaboration with Hayley Westenra on "Paradiso"
Morricone collaborated with Hayley Westenra on her album "Paradiso" in 2010, contributing new compositions and orchestral arrangements of his film scores.
2011: Morricone's Influence on "The Thing" Prequel Score
Marco Beltrami, the composer for the 2011 prequel to John Carpenter's "The Thing", drew inspiration from Morricone's original 1982 score, creating a musical connection between the two films.
2011: Start of Scoring "Come Un Delfino"
Morricone began working on the music for the television series "Come Un Delfino" in 2011.
December 2012: Morricone Conducts in Antwerp
On December 2012, Ennio Morricone conducted the Orkest der Lage Landen and a choir for a concert at the Sportpaleis in Antwerp.
2012: Collaboration on "Django Unchained"
Morricone collaborated with singer Elisa to create "Ancora Qui" for Tarantino's "Django Unchained" in 2012, though it wasn't nominated for an Oscar.
January 2013: Presenting Tarantino with a Lifetime Achievement Award
On January 4, 2013, Ennio Morricone presented Quentin Tarantino with a Lifetime Achievement Award at an event connected to the International Rome Film Festival.
2013: Collaboration on "The Best Offer"
Morricone scored Tornatore's "The Best Offer" (2013), starring Geoffrey Rush, Jim Sturgess, and Donald Sutherland.
2013: Scoring "Ultimo 4 - L'occhio del falco"
Morricone worked with his son, Andrea, on the music for "Ultimo 4 - L'occhio del falco" in 2013.
2013: Scoring "The Best Offer"
Morricone composed the music for Giuseppe Tornatore's film "The Best Offer" in 2013.
2013: End of Scoring "Come Un Delfino"
Morricone completed his work on the music for the television series "Come Un Delfino" in 2013.
2013: Collaboration with Laura Pausini
Morricone worked with Laura Pausini in 2013 on a new version of her hit single "La solitudine" for her 20th-anniversary album, "20 – The Greatest Hits."
June 2014: Morricone Postpones US Tour
In June 2014, Ennio Morricone postponed his US tour due to health reasons after undergoing a back procedure.
November 2014: Morricone Announces European Tour Resumption
In November 2014, Ennio Morricone announced plans to resume his European tour in February 2015.
2014: Misquote About Tarantino Collaboration
A 2014 misquote suggested Morricone would not work with Tarantino again, but they later collaborated on "The Hateful Eight."
February 2015: Morricone Resumes European Tour
Ennio Morricone resumed his European tour in February 2015.
June 2015: Premiere of "Missa Papae Francisci"
Morricone's composition "Missa Papae Francisci" (Mass for Pope Francis) premiered in June 2015 at Rome's Chiesa del Gesù. The performance featured the Orchestra Roma Sinfonietta, the Accademia Santa Cecilia chorus, and the Rome Opera Theater chorus.
July 2015: Announcement as Composer for "The Hateful Eight"
Quentin Tarantino announced Morricone as the composer for his film "The Hateful Eight" in July 2015. This marked Morricone's return to scoring Westerns after a long hiatus.
2015: Composing for "The Correspondence"
Morricone wrote the music for Tornatore's romantic drama "The Correspondence" in 2015.
2015: Morricone Wins Academy Award for "The Hateful Eight"
Ennio Morricone won the Academy Award for Best Original Score for his work on "The Hateful Eight" in 2015.
February 2016: Morricone Wins Academy Award for "The Hateful Eight"
Ennio Morricone received his first competitive Academy Award in February 2016 for his score for the film "The Hateful Eight."
2016: "Spazio 1999" Soundtrack Release
A soundtrack album for the 1974 film "Spazio 1999", for which Morricone composed the music, was released on CD in 2016. This release provided a dedicated platform for Morricone's work on the film, making it accessible to a wider audience.
2016: Academy Award for Best Original Score
In 2016, Ennio Morricone, at the age of 87, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the oldest person ever to win a competitive Oscar. He received the award for his exceptional score for Quentin Tarantino's film "The Hateful Eight," marking his only competitive Academy Award win after six previous nominations.
2016: Scoring "The Correspondence" and Release of "The Hateful Eight"
Morricone composed the music for "The Correspondence," directed by Giuseppe Tornatore, in 2016. This same year, "The Hateful Eight," for which he composed the score, was also released.
2016: Oscar Win for "The Hateful Eight"
Morricone's score for "The Hateful Eight" (2016), his first collaboration with Tarantino since the alleged dispute, earned him the Academy Award for Best Original Score at 87 years old.
2017: Vinyl Release of "Spazio 1999" Soundtrack
Following its CD release in 2016, the soundtrack for "Spazio 1999" was released on LP in 2017, catering to fans of vinyl records and further expanding the reach of Morricone's music.
July 2020: Death of Ennio Morricone
Ennio Morricone passed away in July 2020 at the age of 91 due to complications from a fall.
July 2020: Death of Ennio Morricone
Ennio Morricone passed away in July 2020.
September 2021: Premiere of Documentary "Ennio"
Giuseppe Tornatore presented "Ennio," a documentary about Morricone's life and career, at the 78th Venice International Film Festival in September 2021.