A Brief Analysis of Creational Characteristics of Film Music by Jou Hisaishi
Abstract:The creational characteristics of the film music by Japanese composer Jou Hisaishi is analyzed from such aspects as the characteristics of the theme, style and genre in this paper, which reflects the simplicity, grading and rhythms of the theme music. As to the music style, New Age style and national style are manifested in Jou Hisaishi’s musical works. Besides, the orchestration style emphasizes both the clever application of orchestral instruments and the fusion of the piano, human voice and the band. Such special creative ideas and styles of Jou Hisaishi’s film music contribute to make a deep influence on both the Japanese film music and the Asian film music including Chinese film music as well.
Key words:Jou Hisaishi; film music; characteristics of creation
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