A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving – Original Soundtrack Recording
Vince Guaraldi · 2023
37 min · 21 tracks · bossa nova · Latin jazz · soundtrack
A playful blend of jazz harmonies and whimsical melodies that capture the essence of childhood nostalgia.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful nostalgic background music short, whimsical listening breaks light-hearted family gatherings
- Context
- Vince Guaraldi was already an established composer when he released this soundtrack, following his celebrated work on 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' in 1965. By 2023, Guaraldi's music had become synonymous with the Peanuts franchise, solidifying his role as a pioneer of jazz in animation. This release showcases previously unreleased tracks and alternate takes, emphasizing his lasting influence on children's media.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· John Coltrane· Diana Ross· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Barbra Streisand· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Charlie Brown Blues 1:26
- 2 Thanksgiving Theme Standout 0:10
- 3 Thanksgiving Theme (reprise) 1:49
- 4 Peppermint Patty Standout 3:28
- 5 Little Birdie 3:12
- 6 Thanksgiving Interlude 0:30
- 7 Is It James or Charlie? 2:19
- 8 Linus and Lucy Standout 4:15
- 9 Fife & Drums Theme 1:45
- 10 Charlie Brown Blues (reprise) 2:30
- 11 Thanksgiving Interlude (reprise) 0:16
- 12 Thanksgiving Theme (2nd reprise) 1:58
- 13 Thanksgiving Theme (3rd reprise) 0:48
- 14 Thanksgiving Theme (alternate) 0:10
- 15 Peppermint Patty (bonus mix) 2:06
- 16 Linus and Lucy (bonus mix) 4:19
- 17 Thanksgiving Interlude (alternate take 2, 4 and 6) 1:15
- 18 Thanksgiving Interlude (alternate take 10) 0:27
- 19 Thanksgiving Interlude (alternate take 14) 0:27
- 20 Is It James or Charlie? (bonus mix with whistling) 2:26
- 21 Clark and Guaraldi 2:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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