'Mission: Impossible' composer Lalo Schifrin dies at 93
Briefly

Lalo Schifrin, the Argentine composer famed for his dynamic film and TV scores, passed away at 93. He is renowned for creating iconic themes such as that of 'Mission: Impossible', distinguished by its innovative blend of Latin jazz rhythms. Schifrin's early musical training in Buenos Aires fostered a mix of classical, tango, and jazz influences, notably working with renowned figures like Dizzy Gillespie. His work scored over a hundred films and shows, leaving a significant impact on the music of thrilling narratives in cinema and television.
"He really was such a genius at combining rhythm, texture, instrumentation and melody in such a powerful and unique way," said composer Daniel Pemberton.
Mission: Impossible always got underway with a flaring match, a lit fuse, and the words 'this tape will self-destruct in five seconds,' but it was the flute glissando and the distinctly Latin beat that got things moving.
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