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What was Henry Mancini mainly known for?

  • Writing crime novels

  • Painting portraits

  • Composing film music

  • Creating sculptures

Answer

Henry Mancini was an American composer who was best known for his film music. He composed the scores for over 400 films and television shows, including Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Pink Panther, and Peter Gunn. Mancini's music was often characterized by its use of jazz and pop elements, and it helped to define the sound of American film music in the 1950s and 1960s.
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