Angela's Ashes – Music from the Motion Picture cover

Angela's Ashes – Music from the Motion Picture

John Williams · 1999

57 min · 18 tracks · contemporary classical music

A poignant blend of orchestral melodies that evoke nostalgia and the bittersweet essence of childhood memories.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic reflections on childhood
  • wave-like emotional journey
  • poignant moments of introspection
  • evocative melodies for solitude
  • gentle storytelling through music

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of upbeat tempos
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Angela's Ashes' was released in December 1999, John Williams was already an established composer, known for his iconic film scores. This soundtrack came shortly after his work on 'Saving Private Ryan' (1998), showcasing his ability to convey deep emotional narratives through music, while continuing to solidify his legacy as a leading figure in contemporary classical music.
Stylistic neighbors
Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore· James Horner

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Theme From Angela's Ashes 6:18
  • 2 My Story 2:19
  • 3 Angela's Prayer 4:47
  • 4 My Dad's Stories 1:51
  • 5 Lord, Why Do You Want the Wee Children? 4:03
  • 6 Plenty of Fish and Chips in Heaven 3:25
  • 7 The Dipsy Doodle 1:08
  • 8 The Lanes of Limerick 3:25
  • 9 Looking for Work 3:31
  • 10 Pennies from Heaven 2:09
  • 11 My Mother Begging 3:46
  • 12 If I Were in America 2:34
  • 13 Delivering Telegrams 1:51
  • 14 I Think of Theresa 1:57
  • 15 Angels Never Cough 2:31
  • 16 Watching the Eclipse 3:00
  • 17 Back to America 2:38
  • 18 Angela's Ashes (reprise) 6:17

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