Powerful, enmotional introduction to modern classical
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Genre specific - can't have everything
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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50 minutes of spell-blinding classical music. Vangelis, perhaps best known for being 'the guy that wrote that tune on Charriots Of Fire' has displayed his great talent and intelligence in composing, arranging, performing AND producing this entire soundtrack (and he did it in a style consistent with the movie!).
The film, if you haven't seen it, is about Columbus' journey and discovery to the 'new world'. Throughout the movie the music is a quintessential part of the back-ground, enhancing the directors' (Ridley Scott) shot-choice and the acting skills of the cast (Gerard Depardieu & Sigourney Weaver amongst others).
As a musical piece alone however, this soundtrack can and does stand alone. Each piece can be both powerful and emotive, relaxing and exciting but all are thought-provoking.
The sheer brilliance of the creation drove me to purchase Portraits (Vangelis' greatst hits) and though this album contains his widely acclaimed best work (it's surprising how many you recognise when you listen!!!) I would say the 1492 soundtrack is a better package and would definately recommend it to both lovers of this style and anyone with only slight appreciation for this musical genre.
You will not be disappointed.
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