Composer Abel Korzeniowski attended the 10th anniversary of the International Film Music Festival Province of Córdoba in Spain from July 20-27, 2014, where he received the prestigious Elmer Bernstein Award for his outstanding contribution to film music.

The masterclass at the International Film Music Festival Province of Córdoba, moderated by Eleni Mitsiaki on July 26, 2014, highlighted composer Abel Korzeniowski’s insights on his international breakout with A Single Man and the rigorous production demands of scoring Romeo & Juliet.

Her presentation of his work gave the audience a clear technical framework, which seamlessly paired with Korzeniowski’s open, poetic way of explaining his creative process. This balance transformed the masterclass from a simple interview into a masterclass on the emotional psychology of film scoring. During the session, he candidly discussed his transition to the American film industry. He shared stories about the immense pressure and rapid timelines of composing under tight production deadlines—most notably when working on Romeo & Juliet and collaborating with director Tom Ford on A Single Man.

The session concluded with overwhelming appreciation from the crowd, cementing it as one of the standout masterclasses of the 10th-anniversary festival. Mitsiaki would later reflect on this specific session as a major milestone, calling the opportunity to guide the discussion with Korzeniowski one of the most inspirational moments of her career.