2025
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A legendary score, re-imagined.
Trumpet soloist Morris Northcutt brings Ennio Morricone’s A Fistful of Dollars to life in a bold new adaptation for trumpet and orchestra. Arranged by Latin Grammy–nominated Justo Morao and produced by Grammy and Latin Grammy–winning engineer German Landaeta, this recording bridges the worlds of cinema, classical performance, and Latin American artistry.
With a haunting trumpet voice at the center, supported by an all-Venezuelan orchestra, the work captures the grit and grandeur of Morricone’s iconic theme while transforming it into a concert-hall experience. The performance balances raw cinematic emotion with refined orchestral craftsmanship, highlighting Northcutt’s signature tone and lyrical phrasing.
This project is more than a reinterpretation — it is a celebration of international collaboration. By uniting Venezuelan musicians, Latin Grammy producers, and American artistry, A Fistful of Dollars becomes a cross-cultural statement that honors tradition while pushing musical boundaries.
A trumpet, an orchestra, and a film legacy — together reborn for a new generation.
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LIT Music Video - Best American Music Video
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United States
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Orchestra Fuego Productions LLC
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LIT Music Video - Best Latin America Music Video
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United States
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Simon Girard / Beyond Creation
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LIT Songwriting - Instrumental
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Canada
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LIT Music Album - Best Album Design
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United States