Hilan recently wrote a research article that will be published in an upcoming book about composer Richard Wagner from McFarland Press. The article examines the relationship between film and Wagner's operas, and the impact that Wagner has had on the film industry, particularly in Germany and America.
Click here to read an excerpt: "The Dream Organ": Richard Wagner as a Proto-Filmmaker
He recently gave a lecture-demonstration on this topic at Hofstra University, including video excerpts from Wagner's operas and various films.
To inquire about Hilan presenting this lecture at your venue, please email info@hilanwarshaw.com.
In addition to a B.F.A. in film from NYU, Hilan has an M.F.A. in music theater writing from NYU, and he was an orchestral conducting major at Mannes College of Music. He has written articles and program notes for Carnegie Hall and other organizations.