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CD W/Yo-Yo Ma.../Music By Richard Tognetti/Film By P.Weir
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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful
By Glenn Harris
Format:Audio CD
This is a superb soundtrack that vividly captures the unique delights of the Aubrey saga.
We have the incredibly atmospheric pieces that were used in the film in times of tension and they are followed by the joyous violin and cello favourites of Aubrey/Maturin which in turn are followed by the moving score that was set to the scenes of lamentation and so on.
This C.D is a must whether you are wanting to be reminded of the incredible film, are a fan of the books and want a background to your reading(highly reccomended), are a fan of inspirational sountracks, or just enjoy good music.
A sheer delight.
We have the incredibly atmospheric pieces that were used in the film in times of tension and they are followed by the joyous violin and cello favourites of Aubrey/Maturin which in turn are followed by the moving score that was set to the scenes of lamentation and so on.
This C.D is a must whether you are wanting to be reminded of the incredible film, are a fan of the books and want a background to your reading(highly reccomended), are a fan of inspirational sountracks, or just enjoy good music.
A sheer delight.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By Stephen
Format:Audio CD
I have yet to see the film, but have read the first two Patrick O'Brian books. I really enjoyed the books, and the CD soundtrack is great to listen to as you read along.
Music written for film, as much of this CD is, is so much better as it was obviously composed to compliment and enhance the action and visual production values. The mixture of original score with existing classical and folk music really worked well. I can't wait to see the film now.
29 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I so much enjoyed seeing the film a couple of times and seeing Patrick O'Brian's Jack Aubrey brought to life. I can hardly wait for the DVD, but in the meantime this CD brings back delightful memories. The original music is powerful, and beautifully interspersed with the musical interludes in Aubrey's cabin and the delightful sweet sound of violin and cello and the music of Mozart, Bach and Boccherini, plus a little Vaughan Williams.
It would have been nice to have had the shanties around the captain's table included, but other than that I rate this CD highly.
25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By Seethru
Format:Audio CD
A very, very good soundtrack album. The music newly composed for the film is extremely good, and blends in well with the classical pieces used in the film. And the traditional hornpipes and jigs are carefully crafted into soundtrack, as they are both combined onto the new music, and, on other tracks, allowed to stand alone.
And if you liked the film, well it will just shiver your timbers, haul on your sheets and avast your behind as it brings back the memories of the fog and the cold icy waters of the southern oceans
And if you liked the film, well it will just shiver your timbers, haul on your sheets and avast your behind as it brings back the memories of the fog and the cold icy waters of the southern oceans
23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By Fiona
Format:Audio CD
There is something beautiful and enthrawling about the violin and the cello and since watching this movie and especially since listening to the soundtrack I will always hear the violins in the waves of the sea.
The last track - one by Bocherini, a composer whom I think should be as popular as Mozart or Beethoven I think really makes this sountrack what it is. Changeable and full of hidden energy.
Even without seeing the movie this soundtrack can be enjoyed, but of course it does help to visualise what you hear.
A good movie sountrack is one where you can feel and see the movie within it, it reflects the character and the memory of the movie on its own and not just thre to accompany dull scenese. (All depends on the movies of course - but this type of movie warrented an extra good soundtrack)
Definately worth the buy to relive the dramatic scenes and then bath in the beauty and thoughtful sounds of the string instruments.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By kath
Format:Audio CD
This is a very moving piece of music and enjoyed every minute of it, would definitely recommend it, Kathy Stevens
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By CharlieJB
Format:Audio CD
As a huge fan of the film I rushed to buy the soundtrack soon after and I must say I was not disappointed! The music is beautifully composed, complementing the film perfectly. Even though my main preference is not classical music I frequently listen to this soundtrack as I find it highly relaxing; perfect for unwinding after a busy day.
Certainly recommended!
Certainly recommended!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By P. S. JONES
Format:MP3 Download
Great film, great score, and as people have commented, the mix of electronic soundscapes, classical and folk works so well. But if you're looking for the Boccherini music that closes the film, track 14 is not what's on the actual soundtrack. It's a complete recording of the original quartet. They jazzed it up in the film itself and this, along with the shanties and the 'continuation' of the Boccherini in the end titles are not on the album. If you like the original, put the DVD on, stick your headphones in and enjoy! Soundtrack albums have disappointed like this down the years; they often use versions that aren't in the films.
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Wonderful
Transports you back to the film, I can remember every bit of the story told through this amazing music. Simply stunning. Loving it.
Published 7 days ago by A. Smith
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Excellent service, disc as advertised.
Excellent service, disc as advertised. I would recommend (and I don't want to add any more words but have to).
Published 24 days ago by ACD
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Quality
The music on this CD reflects (and in some cases extends) the music in the film. What delighted me though was the quality of recording and definition on the CD - really... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr I
4.0 out of 5 stars
A little disappointed.
As a lover of Baroch Music I enjoyed the music for this film very much.
Although I do not usually buy "Soundtrack Recordings" the music was such a great mix,especially the... Read more
Although I do not usually buy "Soundtrack Recordings" the music was such a great mix,especially the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by G. Hodgson
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Master and commander-Music from the film
It is exactly what it says on the box, so if you liked the music in the film, you will like this disc, although some of the tracks don't have same impact without visual content of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Tim Young
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best movie ever and I love Russell Crowe
The story, detail, music and cinematography that has gone into the making of this movie is top notch. Just the details on the seamanship is amazing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by M. Wyvill
5.0 out of 5 stars
My type of music
Bought after watching the film. A well written, well recorded set of tunes that meets my taste in music at a very reasonable price.
Published 4 months ago by David Av Bollands
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Excellent value for the money
great CD my wiofe loves the music and drove me mad to get it, now its in pride of place along with the film
Published 7 months ago by Trappered
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just superb!
I love the books, love the film, and now love the music!
Having never bought a film soundtrack before, I hadn't expected anything beyond a collection of the well-known pieces... Read more
Having never bought a film soundtrack before, I hadn't expected anything beyond a collection of the well-known pieces... Read more
Published 16 months ago by debhenri
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful music
The music was great when we watched the film. So I ordered the sound track. What a surprise.
Without the background noises of the film the music was wonderful to listen to.
Without the background noises of the film the music was wonderful to listen to.
Published 16 months ago by Prof JPL Reinecke
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