Unchained Melodies - The Film Themes Of Alex North
2019
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The album "Unchained Melodies - The Film Themes Of Alex North" is a compilation of Alex North's film themes from the first seven years of his Hollywood career. It showcases his early work, starting with his score for *A Streetcar Named Desire*. The album features themes from various films, highlighting North's unique and influential voice in film music. A CD reissue included a bonus track of North's classical work, "Holiday Set".
Alex North's innovative approach to film scoring is celebrated on this album, demonstrating his ability to add emotional depth to films through music. He was known for his sensitivity and compassion, which translated into his compositions. Despite being nominated for fifteen Oscars, he received an honorary award in 1986. The album serves as a tribute to North's legacy as one of the finest film composers.
Recording Info
The album covers Alex North's film scores from the first seven years of his film scoring career. Alex North composed and conducted the music. The album was released on CD by Bay Cities. A later reissue was released by Kritzerland Records.
Track Highlights
- Unchained Melody — Theme from the film *Unchained*
- A Streetcar Named Desire — Theme for Blanche
- Viva Zapata! — Theme from the film
- The Bad Seed — "Lullaby" from the film
- The Racers — Theme from the film
Personnel
- Alex North (Composer, Conductor)
Significance
This album is significant as a collection of Alex North's early film scores, showcasing his innovative and influential approach to film music. North's work was unique and original, setting him apart from other composers. He was a master of conveying emotions through music, adding depth and dimension to the films he scored. Jerry Goldsmith called Alex North a perfectionist and the master of them all.
Alex North's "Unchained Melody," originally composed for the 1955 film *Unchained*, has become one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, with over 1,500 recordings by more than 670 artists. Despite the song's popularity, the word "unchained" does not appear in the lyrics.
Track List
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