Jóhann Jóhannsson singing a happy tune with an Oscar nomination for Best Original Score

On the heels of his Golden Globe win for Best Original Score for THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING, composer Jóhann Jóhannsson picks up an Oscar nomination for Achievement in Music Written for Motion Picture (Original Score).  On learning of his nomination this morning, Jóhannsson had this to say:

Jóhann Jóhannsson, composer 'The Theory of Everything'
Jóhann Jóhannsson, composer ‘The Theory of Everything’

“I’m deeply honored to be nominated for composing this score. Filmmaking is a collaborative medium, and I was lucky to work with artists of amazing caliber on THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING: the actors, the screenwriter, and the director, James Marsh — who has my gratitude for inviting me to be a part of his team and for being a brilliant, inspiring and generous collaborator. My thanks to the AMPAS members for this recognition.”

Find out if Jóhannsson brings home Oscar gold on February 22md when the Academy Awards airs live on ABC.