Unsung Heroes: The Art of Film Composers

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Which of the following is NOT a notable film composer from India?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. John Williams


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

John Williams is a renowned American film composer, not from India.

Who composed the music for the iconic film 'Sholay'?

  1. R.D. Burman

  2. S.D. Burman

  3. Laxmikant-Pyarelal

  4. Khayyam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

R.D. Burman composed the music for the film 'Sholay'.

Which film composer is known for his unique fusion of Indian classical music with Western orchestral sounds?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Vangelis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A.R. Rahman is known for his fusion of Indian classical music with Western orchestral sounds.

Who composed the music for the film 'Lagaan'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A.R. Rahman composed the music for the film 'Lagaan'.

Which film composer is known for his innovative use of electronic music in film scores?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Jean-Michel Jarre


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jean-Michel Jarre is known for his innovative use of electronic music in film scores.

Who composed the music for the film '3 Idiots'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the film '3 Idiots'.

Which film composer is known for his haunting and evocative melodies?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Ennio Morricone


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ennio Morricone is known for his haunting and evocative melodies.

Who composed the music for the film 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Jatin-Lalit


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jatin-Lalit composed the music for the film 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'.

Which film composer is known for his experimental and avant-garde approach to film music?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. John Cage


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

John Cage is known for his experimental and avant-garde approach to film music.

Who composed the music for the film 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Karan Johar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karan Johar composed the music for the film 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'.

Which film composer is known for his use of traditional Indian instruments in his scores?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Ravi Shankar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ravi Shankar is known for his use of traditional Indian instruments in his scores.

Who composed the music for the film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Jatin-Lalit


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jatin-Lalit composed the music for the film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'.

Which film composer is known for his minimalist approach to film music?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Philip Glass


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Philip Glass is known for his minimalist approach to film music.

Who composed the music for the film 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the film 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'.

Which film composer is known for his use of jazz and big band elements in his scores?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Ilaiyaraaja

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Duke Ellington


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Duke Ellington is known for his use of jazz and big band elements in his scores.

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