1492: Conquest of Paradise - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
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Author: VangelisEdition: Music CD
Format: Soundtrack
CD Release Date: 1992-10-20
Music Label: Atlantic / Wea
Soundtracks:
- Opening
- Conquest of Paradise
- Monastery of la Rabida
- City of Isabel
- Light and Shadow
- Deliverance
- West Across the Ocean Sea
- Eternity
- Hispanola
- Moxica and the Horse
- Twenty Eighth Parallel
- Pinta, Nina, Santa Maria (Into Enternity)
Music reviews of 1492: Conquest of Paradise - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Music Review: A Paragon
Rating: 5 Stars
This is probably my favorite music of all time. It sounds like classic Vangelis, but to someone who knows his catalogue, I believe it even stands above the rest of his works. Vangelis has always been a storyteller with his albums, foregoing a straight track by track compilation from the film, but instead weaving the music together, even with tracks not used in the film to create a musical journey. This journey takes the listener from mystery, through idyllic beginnings, through doubt and fear, to a final historical context and fond memories. This is Vangelis' most atmospheric and visual work to date. It doesn't hurt that he was using the genius of a Ridley Scott film for his inspiration.
Another reason this album stands apart is the unique blend of synthesized and acoustic sound. This is not New Age, and it is not digital keyboard music. None of Vangelis' music ever is, but that unique sound reaches its zenith here. As I listen to this album I am often not aware what kind of instruments I'm hearing, whether real or synthetic. Vangelis really has created a full and rich sound that immediately draws you in.
Many listeners will recognize the title track. It picks up, after a mysterious opening, with a strong rhythmic and maritime melody sung by chorus. The choral work in this album is Vangelis' best and stands strong next to the rousing choral pieces which have become so popular in movie trailers and other media lately. The music overall reflects a modern viewpoint of the film's setting rather than a true recreation of period music.
I can't recommend this album without also recommending the film which it is based on. There is more music in the film that is unfortunately not on the album--my only complaint with the album. And all of it perfectly blends with the visuals.
This album should provide a good starting point for those interested in the music of Vangelis. There is truly something original and refreshing in all his work. I would also highly recommend Chariots of Fire, Blade Runner Trilogy: 25th Anniversary, and Antarctica.
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