The Music from Peter Gunn
Henry Mancini · 1959
54 min · 16 tracks · easy listening · lounge music · stage and screen
Smooth orchestral arrangements blend jazz and pop influences, creating a captivating sonic backdrop for the era's film noir aesthetic.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- smooth backdrop for late-night
- captivating exploration of melodies
- nostalgic vibes for film lovers
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic music
- seek vocal-driven tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1959, 'The Music from Peter Gunn' was Henry Mancini's breakthrough album, solidifying his reputation as a leading composer for film and television. This album followed Mancini's work on the popular TV series 'Peter Gunn,' showcasing his innovative approach to scoring that combined sophisticated melodies with a modern jazz feel.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nelson Riddle· Percy Faith· Franck Pourcel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Peter Gunn 2:07
- 2 Sorta Blue 2:58
- 3 The Brothers Go to Mother’s 2:57
- 4 Dreamsville 3:56
- 5 Session at Pete’s Pad 4:00
- 6 Soft Sounds 3:35
- 7 Fallout! 3:16
- 8 The Floater 3:18
- 9 Slow and Easy 3:07
- 10 A Profound Gass 3:20
- 11 Brief and Breezy 3:33
- 12 Not From Dixie 4:10
- 13 Walkin’ Bass 4:24
- 14 Blue Steel 3:44
- 15 Spook! 2:59
- 16 Blues for Mother’s 3:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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