Rollercoaster
24 min · 20 tracks · classical · bossa nova · bebop
A vibrant fusion of jazz and orchestral elements, capturing the thrill of amusement parks and cinematic storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical themes of amusement parks
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- brief bursts of lively energy
- narrative flow through short tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, introspective pieces
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1977, 'Rollercoaster' marked Lalo Schifrin's transition to film scoring, following his acclaimed work on the 'Mission: Impossible' theme. At this time, Schifrin was gaining recognition as a leading composer in Hollywood, blending diverse musical styles to enhance cinematic narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock· Dave Brubeck
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prologue, Montage
- 2 Portrait of Harry
- 3 Rollercoaster
- 4 Reflections in the Window
- 5 Penny Arcade
- 6 Movement From String Quartette (Young Man's Theme)
- 7 Magic Carousel
- 8 One Track Mind
- 9 Cotton Candy 11:10
- 10 That's Him
- 11 Tension Rock
- 12 Merry-Go-Round
- 13 Calliope of Death
- 14 Another Side of Harry 2:27
- 15 Apple Turnover
- 16 Persistence 1:38
- 17 Children's Ride 5:58
- 18 The Chase 1:20
- 19 Stars & Stripes Forever 1:33
- 20 Magic Carousel / End Title
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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