Tony Cox,
What a great intreview with Michael Bearden, a up & coming screen composer, who is African American. I have been a fan of film scores for many years & even have a small collection of my favorites soundtracks in my music collection.

It is very exciting to see Mr. Bearden, this young brother beginning to make his mark on the world of film with his music. I hope Mr. Bearden gets a chance to work on a regular basis to be able to diversify & sharpen his art as a film composer.

Their are so many gifted men & women of African descent in the music industry, but very few in the film industry. I wish Mr. Bearden ALL THE BEST, in his career as a film composer, & will be on the look out for his scores.

Thank you News & Notes ( Tony Cox) for bringing this fine gifted young man to our (Publics) attention. I knew he was different when I saw the Ankh hanging from his neck; You go my Brother !

Sent by Robert H. | 4:39 PM ET | 08-09-2008

A pure example of artistic genious. Berden personafies the width at which a complete musician should be. Lets just say his wing span is large allowing him to cover massive ground. Deeply moved by his insight and professionalism. Thanks NPR for sharing.

Sent by Chip Shearin | 3:34 PM ET | 08-13-2008

It is so great to see so deserving and talented a musician as Michael Bearden getting to make his creative mark on the film industry. Thanks to NPR for running stories of interest to the African-American community and beyond!

Sent by Stephanie Alexander | 1:48 AM ET | 08-18-2008