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Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope Soundtrack CD
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One of the greatest aspects of the original STAR WARS trilogy is John Williams's score. "Main Title/Rebel Blockade Runner" is the opening theme to EPISODE 4: A NEW HOPE, and it begins with an unmistakable, powerful brass fanfare. As the piece develops, Williams introduces many of the leitmotifs that he will use later in the picture. This exciting overture foreshadows the galactic struggle that will take place and anticipates the triumph of the tale's heroes (Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and their comrades).
"The Imperial Attack" focuses on the power of the "Dark Side." Wagnerian brass figures bring both fervor and weight to this track. This music is truly menacing, and it effectively portends the wrath of Darth Vader. As the piece intensifies, the timpanist plays a steady series of blows, suggesting the Imperial pounding of rebel forces. "Cantina Band" is a much lighter piece, and this jovial Dixieland-in-space tune adds comic relief to the otherwise dense score. "Tales of a Jedi Knight/Learn About the Force" is a mysterious work that features Ravel-like swirling violins, distant harp glissandos, and the delicate wash of a celeste. The London Symphony Orchestra performs all of this music exquisitely, and, led by composer and conductor Williams, they give this cinematic classic a resoundingly memorable musical personality.
This Special Edition 1997 reissue of STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE is a remastered and edited version of the original STAR WARS film soundtrack. It includes a 31 page booklet and newly-discovered outtakes and alternate versions of the main title.
All tracks have been digitally remastered.
Music composed by John Williams.
Original score written and conducted by John Williams.
Recorded at Anvil Studios, Denham, England on March 5-16, 1977. Includes liner notes by Michael Matessino.
STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE includes a full color 24-page storybook.
Personnel: Anthony Daniels (C-3PO); Roy Dotrice (Obi-Wan "Ben" Kenobi); Joshua Fardon (Luke Skywalker); Charles Howerton (Uncle Owen); Perry King (Han Solo); Pat Parris (Princess Leia); Brock Peters (Darth Vader); Chuck Riley (narrator).
Composer: John Williams .
Composer: John "Buddy" Williams .
Recording information: Anvil Studios, Denham, England (03/05/1977-03/16/1977).
Editor: Michael Matessino.
Rolling Stone (3/6/97, p.72) - 3 Stars (out of 5) - "...Williams not only enhanced the film but embodied its spirit. The music for STAR WARS moved beyond the film....what Williams does best is make the big melody, and with STAR WARS, an entire generation learned it..."
Rolling Stone (3/6/97, p.72) - 3 Stars (out of 5) - "...Williams not only enhanced the film but embodied its spirit. The music for STAR WARS moved beyond the film....what Williams does best is make the big melody, and with STAR WARS, an entire generation learned it..."
Entertainment Weekly (10/12/01, p.32) - Ranked #26 in EW's "100 Best Movie Soundtracks" - "...Only the best-known film music of the last 25 years..."
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope Soundtrack Music
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope Soundtrack Songs
| 1 | 20th Century Fox Fanfare
John Williams | 0:23 | $0.99 | |
| 2 | Main Title/Rebel Blockade Runner
John Williams | 2:14 | $0.99 | |
| 3 | Imperial Attack
John Williams | 6:44 | $0.99 | |
| 4 | Dune Sea of Tatooine/Jawa Sandcrawler
John Williams | 5:01 | $0.99 | |
| 5 | Moisture Farm
John Williams | 2:25 | $0.99 | |
| 6 | Hologram/Binary Sunset
John Williams | 4:10 | $0.99 | |
| 7 | Landspeeder Search/Attack of the Sand People
John Williams | 3:20 | $0.99 | |
| 8 | Tales of a Jedi Knight/Learn About the Force
John Williams | 4:29 | $0.99 | |
| 9 | Burning Homestead
John Williams | 2:50 | $0.99 | |
| 10 | Mos Eisley Spaceport
John Williams | 2:16 | $0.99 | |
| 11 | Cantina Band
John Williams | 2:47 | $0.99 | |
| 12 | Cantina Band #2
John Williams | 3:56 | $0.99 | |
| 13 | Binary Sunset
John Williams | 16:59 | $2.97 | |
Disc 2 |
| 1 | Princess Leia's Theme
John Williams | 4:27 | $0.99 | |
| 2 | Millennium Falcon/Imperial Cruiser Pursuit
John Williams | 3:51 | $0.99 | |
| 3 | Destruction of Alderaan
John Williams | 1:32 | $0.99 | |
| 4 | Death Star/The Stormtroopers
John Williams | 3:35 | $0.99 | |
| 5 | Wookie Prisoner/Detention Block Ambush
John Williams | 4:01 | $0.99 | |
| 6 | Shootout in the Cell Bay/Dianoga
John Williams | 3:48 | $0.99 | |
| 7 | Trash Compactor
John Williams | 3:07 | $0.99 | |
| 8 | Tractor Beam/Chasm Crossfire
John Williams | 5:18 | $0.99 | |
| 9 | Ben Kenobi's Death/Tie Fighter Attack
John Williams | 3:53 | $0.99 | |
| 10 | Battle of Yavin
John Williams | 9:07 | $0.99 | |
| 11 | Throne Room/End Title
John Williams | 5:38 | $0.99 | |
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope Soundtrack Music Review
Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  Second version gets highest marks
This being the 1997 SE score release of this music, you have to remember that this is a much different version than the original 1977 2-record set. If you have the 1977 original and not this SE release, you should get this one as well. The music is pretty much in order as the film. I'd give Williams another Oscar for this release, it's THAT good. The Force is always strong with Star Wars music!
Submitted by whitepaperart (Wheat Ridge, CO, USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No John Williams at his best
This is an amazing soundtrack, listening to this makes me feel like a young boy watching the film for the first time. The ease with which John Williams twists the emotion and drama from love to hate & back again makes this perhaps the best film John Williams soundtrack ever, closesly followed by Revenge of The Sith & Harry Potter - The Prisoner of Azkaban.
Submitted by jonas1917 (Manchester, UK)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No the best science fiction soundtrack ever
actually forget about best science fiction soundtrack how about one of the best soundtracks ever. i love all the themes such as the classic music that comes on when the prologue describing the movie and the credits. john william shows probably his best work.. briliant cd
Submitted by matt (new york, usa)
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