FX’s Samurai Series ‘Shogun’ Wins 18 Emmys
Composers Atticus Ross, Leopold Ross, and Nick Chuba worked for over two years on the music to the 10-episode miniseries. Combining authentic Japanese instruments, and modern digital production, the score is unlike anything you’ve ever heard.
The accolades for “Shogun” reflect not only the growing diversity in American entertainment, but also the legacy of Japan’s “jidaigeki” samurai films, which have influenced directors worldwide. “Shogun” recently racked up 18 Emmy Awards for its first season — the most ever for a show in a single year. The previous record holder was “Game of Thrones” with 12 wins…