Hatari! Music from the Paramount Motion Picture Score
Henry Mancini · 1952
30 min · 9 tracks · easy listening · lounge music · stage and screen
A vibrant orchestral tapestry blending playful melodies with exotic rhythms, evoking the spirit of African adventure.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies for lighthearted moments
- vibrant orchestral tapestry exploration
- steady pacing for focused listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking deep lyrical content
- prefer longer immersive pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1952, Henry Mancini was emerging as a prominent film composer after his work on 'The Glenn Miller Story' and 'The Moonlight Room'. The release of 'Hatari!' marked a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his ability to fuse jazz elements with orchestral arrangements, which would become a hallmark of his style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nelson Riddle· Percy Faith· Franck Pourcel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Theme From “Hatari!” 2:57
- 2 Baby Elephant Walk 2:45
- 3 Just for Tonight 2:07
- 4 Your Father’s Feathers 3:34
- 5 Night Side 3:28
- 6 Big Band Bwana 3:06
- 7 The Sounds of Hatari 6:46
- 8 The Soft Touch 2:47
- 9 Crocodile, Go Home! 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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