2001: A Space Odyssey (score)
Jerry Goldsmith · 1993
35 min · 12 tracks · classical · contemporary classical music
An ethereal blend of orchestral grandeur and unsettling dissonance, evoking the vastness of space.
Why this album works
This score is notable for its unique reinterpretation of Goldsmith's original themes, contributing to a resurgence of interest in classical film compositions during the early '90s. The album's release coincided with the film's re-release, further solidifying Goldsmith's legacy as one of the preeminent composers in cinematic history.
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening immersive soundscapes for deep thought ethereal atmosphere for contemplation
- Context
- By 1993, Jerry Goldsmith was an established composer known for his innovative film scores. This album, a reimagining of his original work for Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey,' came during a period when Goldsmith was recognized for his contributions to both sci-fi and horror genres, following acclaimed scores like 'Alien' (1979) and 'Total Recall' (1990).
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wojciech Kilar· Jean Sibelius· Nino Rota
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Main Title Standout 1:38
- 2 The Foraging 3:45
- 3 Eat Meat and the Kill 3:29
- 4 The Bluff 3:02
- 5 Night Terrors 2:04
- 6 The Dawn of Man Standout 3:16
- 7 Space Station Docking Standout 2:22
- 8 Trip to the Moon 3:22
- 9 Moon Rocket Bus 5:02
- 10 Space Talk 3:32
- 11 Interior Orion 1:25
- 12 Main Theme 2:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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