Edward Ward(1900-1971)
- Music Department
- Composer
- Actor
The prolific composer and songwriter Edward Ward gained his musical
qualifications at the Beethoven Conservatory in his hometown of
St.Louis. He worked for many years in Hollywood, often writing scores
for, or orchestrating, films involving fantasy or horror themes. Ward
was at MGM from 1935 to 1940, United Artists from 1940 to 1943 and
Universal from 1943 to 1945. His best-known work was on
Phantom of the Opera (1943),
the last of his seven Oscar nominated scores. His most popular songs
include "Always and Always" and the melodic "Lullaby of the Bells"
(from 'Phantom of the Opera'). Ward also conducted for the stage,
notably on Broadway for "The Red Mill" (during its long run from
October 1945 to January 1947) and for the London revue "Clowns in
Clover". He was latterly employed in an executive position in
Hollywood.
