Akira Ifukube
Akira Ifukube 伊福部 昭 | |
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Ifukube in 1954 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 31 May 1914 |
| Died | 8 February 2006 (aged 91) Tokyo, Japan |
| Genres | Classical, film scores |
| Occupations | Musician, composer, educator |
| Years active | 1935-2006 |
Spouse | Ai Yuzaki |
| Website | akiraifukube |
Akira Ifukube (伊福部 昭, Ifukube Akira; 31 May 1914 – 8 February 2006) was a Japanese composer. He is best known for composing several entries in the Godzilla franchise as well as developing the titular monster's roar.