Hatari! Music from the Paramount Motion Picture Score cover

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