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Playing by Heart

Decca Records

Music Composed and Conducted by John Barry

Album Produced by John Barry

 

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     Given his roots in jazz, it seems natural that Barry would be approached to score this film. That in itself will be the deciding factor in whether this score is good or not. Basically the score is simply honest-to-goodness jazz music, the kind that you generally find in crowded nightspots or hear in old movies. There are orchestral moments, but the jazz rules here. 

     In addition to Barry's jazz/score, the CD also contains original pieces by Chet Baker. The sound quality takes a noticeable dip compared to the modern cues, but they still sound pretty good. 

     If you're a fan of jazz, or just a John Barry die-hard, then you'll probably want to check this one out. While the score is good, if you hate jazz this one is definitely not for you. ****

Track Listing

1 - Remembering Chet (4:07)

2 - Playing by Heart (5:34)

3 - Game of Hide and Seek (3:15)

4 - Tenderly (Chet Baker) (6:38)

5 - I Didn't Love You Less (1:29)

6 - A Place Inside Alive and Well (3:28)

7 - Remembering Chet (4:18)

8 - Scene Unseen (2:33)

 

9 - You Go to My Head (Chet Baker) (5:53)

10 - I Want to Stay the Night (3:15)

11 - Goodnight Moon (2:56)

12 - Mark's Graveyard Site (2:27)

13 - These Foolish Things (Chet Baker) (4:42)

14 - Playing by Heart - Vows Renewed (6:38)

Total Running Time: 57:13