Deborah Lurie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Deborah Lurie
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Deborah Ruth Lurie |
| Born | March 9, 1974 Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Genres | Film score, incidental music |
| Occupation(s) | composer, arranger, music producer |
| Years active | 1997–present |
Deborah Ruth Lurie (born March 9, 1974) is an American musician. She is known for writing music for movies, arranging songs for famous singers, and producing music. She has worked on many popular films and with well-known artists.
Deborah Lurie has composed music for movies like Sleepover (2004), Dear John (2010), and Safe Haven (2013). She has also arranged music for stars such as Katy Perry and Kelly Clarkson. Her work helps bring stories to life on screen and makes songs sound amazing.
What Does a Film Composer Do?
A film composer creates all the music you hear in a movie. This music, called a film score, helps tell the story and sets the mood. Deborah Lurie has composed music for many different types of films.
For example, she wrote the music for the romantic drama Dear John. She also scored Safe Haven, another popular romantic film. Her music helps viewers feel the emotions of the characters.
She also composed for Sleepover, a fun movie about friends. Other films she scored include Sydney White (2007) and Poms (2019). Sometimes, she adds extra music to big movies like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Alice in Wonderland.
Arranging Music for Artists
Besides composing, Deborah Lurie is also a talented music arranger. An arranger takes a song and decides which instruments will play which parts. She often works as a "string arranger," meaning she writes parts for violins, cellos, and other string instruments.
She has arranged strings for many famous musicians. These include Brandi Carlile, Kelly Clarkson, Allison Iraheta, Adam Lambert, and Katy Perry. Imagine hearing your favorite pop song with beautiful string sounds added by Deborah!
She has also worked with many rock bands. Some of these bands are 3 Doors Down, Bon Jovi, Creed, Halestorm, and Papa Roach. Her arrangements have made songs by Hoobastank and Theory of a Deadman especially famous.
Awards and Recognition
Deborah Lurie's talent has been recognized with important awards. In 2015, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) gave her the Shirley Walker Award. This award celebrates her important contributions to film and television music.
In 2016, she was invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This is the group that gives out the Oscars! Being a member means her work is highly respected in the film industry. She was also featured in Score: A Film Music Documentary, a film about how movie music is made.
