Vince Guaraldi and the Lost Cues from the Charlie Brown Television Specials, Volume 2
Vince Guaraldi · 2008
30 min · 15 tracks · bossa nova · Latin jazz · soundtrack
Playful melodies intermingle with whimsical arrangements, capturing childhood nostalgia through jazz-infused instrumentals.
Why this album works
The album highlights Vince Guaraldi’s significant contribution to the sound of the Peanuts franchise, serving as a reminder of how his compositions shaped children's television music. It received positive critical reception for its nostalgic value and artistic merit, further solidifying Guaraldi's legacy within both jazz and pop culture.
- Career context
- Released in 2008, this album came nearly 40 years after Guaraldi's iconic work on the Peanuts television specials. It presents previously unreleased cues, showcasing his enduring influence in the jazz and animation realms. At this point in his career, Guaraldi was celebrated as a pioneer in blending jazz with children's media.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· John Coltrane· Diana Ross· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Barbra Streisand· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown: Kitchen Music Standout 1:45
- 2 It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown: Snoopy and Woodstock 2:13
- 3 There's No Time for Love, Charlie Brown: Never Again 1:36
- 4 Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown: Heartburn Waltz Standout 2:02
- 5 Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown: Charlie Brown's Wake-Up 1:31
- 6 Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown: There's Been a Change 1:34
- 7 Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown: Little Birdie (instrumental) 1:57
- 8 It's a Mystery, Charlie Brown: Cops and Robbers 1:44
- 9 It's a Mystery, Charlie Brown: Sally's Blues Standout 1:43
- 10 It's a Mystery, Charlie Brown: It's a Mystery, Charlie Brown 2:06
- 11 It's a Mystery, Charlie Brown: Is It James or Charlie 2:23
- 12 You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown: Oh, Good Grief 1:08
- 13 You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown: Linus and Lucy 1:20
- 14 It's a Mystery, Charlie Brown: Joe Cool (instrumental) 3:01
- 15 Nobody Else 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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