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The Legend of 1900

Ennio Morricone · 1998

57 min · 21 tracks · film score

A sweeping orchestral journey that captures the melancholy and beauty of a life lived on the sea.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • sweeping orchestral waves of nostalgia
  • reflective moments for quiet contemplation
  • intimate listening for late nights
  • melancholic themes of longing

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Themes
oceanic solitude· romantic nostalgia· orchestral longing
Career context
By 1998, Ennio Morricone had established himself as a leading composer in film music, having scored iconic films like 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly' and 'Cinema Paradiso.' 'The Legend of 1900' marked a continuation of his exploration of emotional storytelling through music, showcasing his ability to blend classical motifs with cinematic themes. This soundtrack followed his acclaimed work on 'The Untouchables' and further solidified his status in the film industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Nino Rota· Bernard Herrmann· John Barry
Sounds like this from elsewhere
The Hours by Philip Glass — Shares a similarly lush orchestral texture and emotional depth, evoking introspective themes.
Sleep by Max Richter — Explores atmospheric soundscapes with a focus on melancholy and beauty, akin to Morricone's cinematic approach.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 1900's Theme 1:42
  • 2 The Legend of the Pianist 8:08
  • 3 The Crisis 2:50
  • 4 The Crave 1:49
  • 5 A Goodbye to Friends 2:36
  • 6 Study for Three Hands 1:03
  • 7 Playing Love 4:29
  • 8 A Mozart Reincarnated 2:02
  • 9 Child 2:47
  • 10 1900's Madness #1 2:17
  • 11 Danny's Blues 2:13
  • 12 Second Crisis 2:07
  • 13 Peacherine Rag 2:41
  • 14 Nocturne With No Moon 2:44
  • 15 Before the End 1:15
  • 16 Playing Love 3:05
  • 17 I Can and Then 2:20
  • 18 1900's Madness #2 1:50
  • 19 Silent Goodbye 1:41
  • 20 Ships and Snow 2:32
  • 21 Lost Boys Calling 5:19

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata