Maximilian Raoul "Max" Steiner, a virtuosic Austrian-born American composer, was born on May 10, 1888, and went on to make a profound impact on the world of theatre and film music. As a precocious child, Steiner conducted his first operetta at the astonishingly young age of twelve, and by the time he reached fifteen, he had already established himself as a full-time professional, with a remarkable breadth of skills that included composing, arranging, and conducting.
Max Steiner, a renowned and accomplished film composer, left an indelible mark on the cinematic world by creating an astonishing 300 film scores for prestigious studios such as RKO and Warner Brothers. His remarkable body of work garnered an impressive 24 Academy Award nominations, a testament to his exceptional skill and artistry. Among his numerous accolades, Steiner took home three coveted Oscars for his outstanding scores in The Informer, released in 1935, Now, Voyager, which premiered in 1942, and Since You Went Away, a 1944 cinematic masterpiece.
