Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Danny Elfman · 1993
61 min · 21 tracks · new wave · ska
A whimsical blend of dark cabaret and orchestral arrangements that brings a haunting fairy tale to life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with dark undertones
- dynamic journey with thematic peaks
- for seasonal celebrations
- great for family sing-alongs
- immersive experience for film fans
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward structures
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Danny Elfman released this soundtrack for 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' in 1993, he was already recognized for his unique scoring style, especially following his work on 'Beetlejuice' and 'Batman'. This album marked a significant evolution in his career as it showcased his ability to merge theatricality with poignant melodies, solidifying his status as a leading composer in film music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Oingo Boingo· The B-52's· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Overture 1:47
- 2 Opening 0:57
- 3 This Is Halloween 3:17
- 4 Jack’s Lament 3:14
- 5 Doctor Finklestein / In the Forest 2:36
- 6 What’s This? 3:06
- 7 Town Meeting Song 2:57
- 8 Jack and Sally Montage 5:17
- 9 Jack’s Obsession 2:46
- 10 Kidnap the Sandy Claws 3:03
- 11 Making Christmas 3:58
- 12 Nabbed 3:04
- 13 Oogie Boogie’s Song 3:17
- 14 Sally’s Song 1:48
- 15 Christmas Eve Montage 4:44
- 16 Poor Jack 2:31
- 17 To the Rescue 3:38
- 18 Finale / Reprise 2:44
- 19 Closing 1:26
- 20 End Title 1:13
- 21 Bonus Theme Montage 3:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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