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TheQueen Charlottecomposer explains how he created a more intimate sound for the Netflix prequel series.
IfBridgertons romances are the heart of the Netflix series, the music is its soul.
Growing up, the first album he bought himself was a box set of Duke Ellingtons greatest hits.
It wasnt just about his piano playing, he says.
It was how he created these worlds with the big band and orchestra.
Now withQueen Charlotte, Bowers, 34, is exploring a new side of theBridgertonuniverse.
A lot of it is starting with how these [characters] make me feel, Bowers says.
With Charlotte, I wanted her theme to have this edge and rebellious nature that she has.
Below, Bowers discusses his musical idols,BridgertonEaster eggs, and the unexpected way he likes to compose.
Forte piano is a nice middle ground between harpsichord and piano.
How did you and music supervisor Alexandra Patsavas work together to create the sound ofQueen Charlotte?
On His Musical Idols
Who was your musical idol growing up?
Which artists are influencing you and your work these days?
Whats your favorite John Williams score?
Jurassic Parkis always the one that comes to mind.
[But]E.T.might be my favorite.
On Composing In The Dark
Wheres your favorite place to compose?
I designed it to feel very cozy.
It makes me feel like its the middle of the night all the time, which I really love.
So Id say either here or my grand piano in my living room.
Oftentimes, theres nothing that can really replace playing that instrument.
Why does it need to look like nighttime when youre composing?
OnBridgertonEaster Eggs
WhichBridgertontheme do you love the most?
The Lady Whistledown theme is definitely one of my favorites.
I keep hearing my friends saying, It slaps.
Are there any musical easter eggs thatBridgertonfans should keep like an ear out for when watchingQueen Charlotte?
It happens one or two other times.
Yeah, I felt that since I was a kid.
I was like, Im not doing anything else.
Im going to be a musician.
Was there a moment when you felt you made it?
I always still have the feeling of, This might be my last project ever kind of thing.
And shes like, Yeah, I think hes gonna be fine.
This interview was edited and condensed for clarity.
