Alexander
Vangelis · 2004
60 min · 19 tracks · electronic music
A sweeping orchestral soundscape captures the grandeur and drama of Alexander's epic journey through lush melodies and dynamic rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Drums of Gaugamela — This track vividly encapsulates the tension of battle with its driving percussion and dramatic orchestral swells, embodying the film's climactic moments.
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Roxane's Dance — A beautifully melodic piece that evokes the romance and complexity of Alexander's relationship with Roxane, showcasing Vangelis's talent for emotional depth.
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Immortality — With its haunting melodies and ethereal quality, this track reflects on themes of legacy and remembrance, resonating with the overarching narrative of Alexander’s life.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong orchestral composition and production but lacks a cohesive narrative flow.
What we noticed
- Several tracks utilize dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity, such as 'The Drums of Gaugamela', which builds tension through rhythmic percussion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- sweeping orchestral soundscapes unfold
- immersive listening in natural settings
- reflective moments for quiet contemplation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking immediate high-energy tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Vangelis' reputation in film scoring, enhancing his recognition.
- Career context
- By 2004, Vangelis was already an established composer known for his pioneering electronic scores, having risen to prominence with works like 'Blade Runner' and 'Chariots of Fire'. 'Alexander' served as both a film score for Oliver Stone's biographical drama and a continuation of Vangelis’s explorative musical style, showcasing his ability to blend traditional orchestration with electronic elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jean-Michel Jarre· Klaus Schulze· Brian Eno
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 1:31
- 2 Young Alexander 1:35
- 3 Titans 3:59
- 4 The Drums of Gaugamela 5:19
- 5 One Morning at Pella 2:10
- 6 Roxane's Dance 3:24
- 7 Eastern Path 2:58
- 8 Gardens of Delight 5:23
- 9 Roxane's Veil 4:40
- 10 Bagoas' Dance 2:28
- 11 The Charge 1:40
- 12 Preparation 1:41
- 13 Across the Mountains 4:12
- 14 Chant 1:38
- 15 Immortality 3:18
- 16 Dream of Babylon 2:40
- 17 Eternal Alexander 4:37
- 18 Tender Memories 2:58
- 19 Bizarre Bazar 3:51
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