A look at the life and work of prolific Argentinian pianist, composer, and conductor Lalo Schifrin - who has contributed over 100 film/TV themes to our popular culture.

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Listening recommendations:

Lalo Schifrin: The Early Years

Studio And 'live' Collaborations 1960-62

Mission: Impossible And Other Thrilling Themes

Sources of quotes and background information came from the following: 

The Television Academy Foundation Interviews 

“Lalo Schifrin, from 'Mission Impossible' to Jazz” from NPR Music 

Remembering Lalo Schifrin – Telehell podcast with Justin Hart 

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