Music from Mission: Impossible
Lalo Schifrin · 1968
38 min · 14 tracks · classical · bossa nova · bebop
A vibrant blend of jazz-infused orchestral arrangements that evoke suspense and excitement throughout.
Why this album works
'Music from Mission: Impossible' became an iconic piece of television history, influencing the spy genre with its distinctive sound. The title track reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing Schifrin's ability to fuse jazz elements with cinematic music, which resonated deeply in popular culture.
- Best for
- suspenseful moments of intrigue steady pacing with consistent energy short bursts of excitement
- Context
- Released in 1968, 'Music from Mission: Impossible' was Lalo Schifrin's breakout score, following his earlier work in film and television. This album marked a significant turning point in his career, establishing him as a prominent composer for cinematic scores and television themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gato Barbieri· León Gieco· Chris de Burgh· Luis Alberto Spinetta· Pedro Aznar· Bob Dylan· David Lebón· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mission: Impossible Standout 2:32
- 2 Jim on the Move Standout 3:15
- 3 Operation Charm Standout 2:57
- 4 The Sniper 3:21
- 5 Rollin Hand 2:53
- 6 The Plot 2:28
- 7 Wide Willy 2:05
- 8 Cinnamon 2:37
- 9 Barney Does It All 2:32
- 10 Danger 2:43
- 11 Mission: Accomplished 2:43
- 12 Intrigue 2:34
- 13 Self-Destruct 2:37
- 14 More Mission 2:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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