Released 33 years ago this October
2001: A Space Odyssey (score)
Jerry Goldsmith · 1993
35 min · 12 tracks · classical music
A haunting blend of orchestral textures and electronic sounds that evoke vastness and isolation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Main Title — The opening track sets the tone with its ethereal soundscape, drawing listeners into the film's expansive themes of space and existence.
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Space Station Docking — This piece expertly captures the tension and anticipation of space travel through its rhythmic pulse and layered instrumentation.
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Trip to the Moon — With its sweeping melodies and dramatic crescendos, this track encapsulates the awe-inspiring journey through space, reflecting humanity's aspirations.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- immersive soundscapes for deep thought
- ethereal atmosphere for contemplation
- thematic progression across tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast tempos
- want catchy, standalone pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1993, Jerry Goldsmith was an established composer known for his innovative film scores. This album serves as a reimagining of his work for the iconic 1968 film, which marked a significant moment in his career as he revisited one of cinema's most celebrated soundtracks, further solidifying his legacy in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Ennio Morricone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Main Title 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 3:16
- 7 Space Station Docking 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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