The Magic Behind Film Scores: The Role of Music in Great Movies-Part II




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This course continues our journey into how music becomes the emotional engine of film. This is not film school—it is a celebration for film lovers who want to experience how music shapes story, character, and unforgettable moments. We will explore how instrumental scores and songs with lyrics work together to drive narrative, define identity, and capture cultural shifts. We will focus on films where songs take center stage, from iconic franchise themes to pop- and rock-driven storytelling. Spanning genres and eras, we will see how composers, songwriters, and performers expanded the language of film music.
Mike Agron
Born in Los Angeles’s entertainment scene, Mike Agron is a former high-tech executive and entrepreneur who now creates and delivers dynamic, story-driven seminars on music and entertainment. With a storyteller’s eye and a DJ’s ear, he has led 15 acclaimed seminar series, each spotlighting a different facet of music and entertainment.

Wednesdays, September 30 through November 11. Skipping October 28

9/30/2026
10/7/2026
10/14/2026
10/21/2026
11/4/2026
11/11/2026

4pm–5:30pm

Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Wed

Location
Virtual - Any Location

Instructor
Osher Online 

Tuition:  $73.00


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Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 10/28/2026)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/30/2026 - 11/11/2026 Weekly - Wed 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM N/A, Virtual - Any Location  Map Osher Online 

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