2001: A Space Odyssey (score)
Jerry Goldsmith · 1993
35 min · 12 tracks · classical · contemporary classical music
An ethereal blend of orchestral grandeur and unsettling dissonance, evoking the vastness of space.
2001: A Space Odyssey (score) is an album by Jerry Goldsmith, released in 1993. An ethereal blend of orchestral grandeur and unsettling dissonance, evoking the vastness of space. This score is notable for its unique reinterpretation of Goldsmith's original themes, contributing to a resurgence of interest in classical film compositions during the early '90s. The album's release coincided with the film's re-release, further solidifying Goldsmith's legacy as one of the preeminent composers in cinematic history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 2001: A Space Odyssey (score) sound like?
An ethereal blend of orchestral grandeur and unsettling dissonance, evoking the vastness of space. Rooted in classical and contemporary classical music.
What makes 2001: A Space Odyssey (score) by Jerry Goldsmith notable?
This score is notable for its unique reinterpretation of Goldsmith's original themes, contributing to a resurgence of interest in classical film compositions during the early '90s. The album's release coincided with the film's re-release, further solidifying Goldsmith's legacy as one of the preeminent composers in cinematic history. By 1993, Jerry Goldsmith was an established composer known for his innovative film scores. This album, a reimagining of his original work for Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey,' came during a period when Goldsmith was recognized for his contributions to both sci-fi and horror genres, following acclaimed scores like 'Alien' (1979) and 'Total Recall' (1990).
How many songs are on 2001: A Space Odyssey (score)?
2001: A Space Odyssey (score) has 12 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Main Title Standout 1:38
- 2 The Foraging 3:45
- 3 Eat Meat and the Kill 3:29
- 4 The Bluff 3:02
- 5 Night Terrors 2:04
- 6 The Dawn of Man Standout 3:16
- 7 Space Station Docking Standout 2:22
- 8 Trip to the Moon 3:22
- 9 Moon Rocket Bus 5:02
- 10 Space Talk 3:32
- 11 Interior Orion 1:25
- 12 Main Theme 2:31
Release Date
October 12, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
35 min 34 sec
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