
Born June 29, 1911 — Died December 24, 1975
From New York City, New York, USA
Also known as Benny, Bernard Hermann, Max Herman
Bernard Herrmann (born Max Herman; June 29, 1911 – December 24, 1975) was an American composer best known for his work in composing for motion pictures. As a conductor, he championed the music of lesser-known composers. An Academy Award-winner (for The Devil and Daniel Webster, 1941; later renamed ...