Daniele Patucchi (1945–2015) was an Italian composer, conductor, bassist, and producer renowned for his contributions to film music. Born in Turin to a family of artists, he immersed himself in a diverse musical landscape, spanning jazz, rock, classical, and electronic genres. Patucchi composed over 50 film soundtracks, including notable works like "Pane e cioccolata" (1974) and "Il sesso della strega" (1973). His innovative use of synthesizers and orchestration created evocative scores that enriched Italian cinema. As a bassist, he collaborated with artists such as Chico Buarque de Hollanda and Fabrizio De André. Patucchi's enduring legacy continues to influence contemporary composers and music enthusiasts worldwide. ([it.wikipedia.org](https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniele_Patucchi?utm_source=openai))