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The Falcon and the Snowman – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Pat Metheny Group · 1985

38 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A lush fusion of jazz and orchestral textures that evokes the tension and drama of espionage.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • evocative soundscapes of tension
  • thematic progression throughout album
  • immersive experience for film lovers

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, energetic tracks
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1985, this soundtrack marked a high point in Pat Metheny Group's career following their critically acclaimed album 'Offramp'. The film score showcased Metheny's ability to blend jazz with cinematic elements, broadening his audience beyond traditional jazz listeners.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Psalm 121 / Flight of the Falcon 4:09
  • 2 Daulton Lee 5:59
  • 3 Chris 3:21
  • 4 "The Falcon" 5:02
  • 5 This Is Not America 3:55
  • 6 Extent of the Lie 4:18
  • 7 The Level of Deception 5:49
  • 8 Capture 4:03
  • 9 Epilogue (Psalm 121) 2:16

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