The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001
Michael Nyman · 2001
149 min · 39 tracks · opera
A cinematic tapestry of minimalist melodies intertwining with lush orchestration that evokes deep emotional narratives.
The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001 is an album by Michael Nyman, released in 2001. A cinematic tapestry of minimalist melodies intertwining with lush orchestration that evokes deep emotional narratives. This album serves as a significant retrospective of Nyman's contributions to film music, showcasing scores from various critically acclaimed films. It not only highlights his unique style but also contributed to a resurgence in interest in film scores, blending classical minimalism with cinematic storytelling. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001 sound like?
A cinematic tapestry of minimalist melodies intertwining with lush orchestration that evokes deep emotional narratives. Rooted in opera.
What makes The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001 by Michael Nyman notable?
This album serves as a significant retrospective of Nyman's contributions to film music, showcasing scores from various critically acclaimed films. It not only highlights his unique style but also contributed to a resurgence in interest in film scores, blending classical minimalism with cinematic storytelling. By the release of 'The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001', Nyman was already an established composer, known for his avant-garde approach to film scoring. This compilation arrives just after his notable work on films like 'The Piano' (1993) and solidifies his reputation as a leading figure in contemporary classical music and film composition.
How many songs are on The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001?
The Very Best of Michael Nyman – Film Music 1980–2001 has 39 tracks, running approximately 149 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Bird List 4:16
- 2 Chasing Sheep Is Best Left to Shepherds Standout 5:26
- 3 An Eye for Optical Theory 5:11
- 4 Homage to Maurice 2:17
- 5 Angelfish Decay 2:51
- 6 Time Lapse 4:00
- 7 Trysting Fields 3:30
- 8 Wheelbarrow Walk 2:14
- 9 Knowing The Ropes 3:19
- 10 Memorial Standout 12:01
- 11 Skating 1:27
- 12 Peeking 2:45
- 13 Abandoning 3:31
- 14 Skirting 2:06
- 15 Miranda Previsited 6:49
- 16 Here to There 1:03
- 17 The Heart Asks Pleasure First / The Promise Standout 3:11
- 18 All Imperfect Things 4:03
- 19 Dreams of a Journey 5:29
Disc 2
- 1 Escape 3:37
- 2 Fly Drive 1:32
- 3 The Infinite Complexities of Christmas 4:12
- 4 If 4:25
- 5 Abel Carries Ephraim 5:55
- 6 Becoming Jerome / God’s Hands 2:57
- 7 The Morrow 3:10
- 8 The Other Side 3:40
- 9 The Departure 3:49
- 10 Convening the Coven 4:04
- 11 Stranger at the Window 1:38
- 12 Cannibal Fantasy 2:12
- 13 Molly 2:51
- 14 Eddie 3:55
- 15 Dan 2:15
- 16 Eileen 3:40
- 17 Sarah Dies 2:58
- 18 The End of the Affair 2:56
- 19 The Shoot-Out 5:06
- 20 The Burning 9:20
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