Ennio Morricone died July 6, 2020
Ennio Morricone (November 10, 1928 – July 6, 2020) was an Italian composer, orchestrator, conductor, and trumpet player who wrote music in a wide range of styles. Ennio Morricone was born in Rome, to Libera Ridolfi and Mario Morricone, a musician. At the time of his birth Italy was under fascist rule. His family came from Arpino, near Frosinone and lived in Trastevere in the centre of Rome. His father was a professional trumpet player who performed in light-music orchestras while his mother had a small textile business. Ennio’s father first taught him to read music and to play several…
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