Egisto Macchi (1928-1992) was an influential Italian composer, known for his remarkable contributions to film scores, library music, and experimental music. Born in Grosseto, Macchi co-founded Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza, an avant-garde music collective, alongside Italian composer Ennio Morricone and others. This collective focused on the improvisational and experimental aspects of music, setting the stage for Macchi's exploratory musical career. His work often traversed the realms of classical, electronic, and avant-garde music, showcasing his versatility and innovative approach to composition.

Macchi's oeuvre includes a vast array of compositions ranging from film soundtracks, such as the evocative "Il delitto Matteotti (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)" and the intense "Salomè (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)", to thematic library music collections like "Biologia animale e vegetale", "Sud e magia", "Fauna marina", and "Arti e mestieri". These releases reflect his knack for creating atmospheric and emotionally resonant music, adeptly using a variety of instruments and electronic sounds to enhance the narratives of films or to invoke vivid imagery through his thematic albums. Macchi's work not only enriched the Italian music scene but also left a lasting impact on the international music landscape, influencing future generations of composers and sound designers.

Genres

Italian Library Music

Latest Release

Salomè (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Egisto Macchi

Album - 43 Tracks - Released December 1, 1986