Bands & artists like Bernard Herrmann
If you like Bernard Herrmann, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.
New to Bernard Herrmann? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Igor Stravinsky
GuideStravinsky's compositions often feature complex rhythms and abrupt changes in dynamics, creating a similar tension and release found in Herrmann's scores.
Ennio Morricone
Morricone's film scores utilize striking contrasts and emotional depth, paralleling the dramatic tension present in Herrmann's work.
Philip Glass
GuideGlass's minimalist approach creates an unsettling atmosphere with repetitive structures that echo the rhythmic intensity found in Herrmann’s compositions.
Ryuichi Sakamoto
GuideSakamoto combines electronic elements with orchestral textures, crafting soundscapes that can evoke the same emotional intensity as Herrmann’s scores.
Lalo Schifrin
GuideSchifrin’s work features jazz influences and dramatic orchestration, creating tension-filled pieces that parallel the moodiness of Herrmann's film scores.
Max Richter
GuideRichter’s contemporary classical compositions often blend minimalism with emotional depth, resonating with the atmospheric qualities of Herrmann's music.
Common questions
Who sounds like Bernard Herrmann?
Artists similar to Bernard Herrmann include Igor Stravinsky, Ennio Morricone, Philip Glass and Ryuichi Sakamoto. Each shares elements of Bernard Herrmann's sound while bringing their own perspective.
Where should I start if I like Bernard Herrmann?
If you enjoy Bernard Herrmann, start with Igor Stravinsky — their album "The Firebird / Petrouchka" is a great entry point. Stravinsky's compositions often feature complex rhythms and abrupt changes in dynamics, creating a similar tension and release found in Herrmann's scores.