Heart Of The Ocean: The Film Music of James Horner [Soundtrack]

James Horner | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 2, 1998)
• Original Release Date: June 2, 1998
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Soundtrack
• Label: Sonic Images
• ASIN: B000007OK6
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #179,055 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Titanic: My Heart Will Go On - Mark Northham

2. The Rocketeer: Rocketeer To The Rescue/End Theme - Orchestra of the Americas

3. Commando: Main Theme - John Beal

4. Legends Of The Fall: Main Theme - Orchestra of the Americas

5. Apollo 13: Re-Entry & Splashdown - Cincinnati Pops Orchestra

6. Where The River Runs Black: Main Theme - James Horner

7. Name Of The Rose: Epilogue - John Beal

8. Vibes: The Journey Begins - John Beal

9. Wolfen: Epilogue/Finale - The City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra

10. Cocoon: End Credits - The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra

11. Field Of Dreams: Suite - Goetz Steeger/Gunther Landahu

12. Braveheart: End Theme - The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra

13. Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan: Overture - The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD -BUT NOT "ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACKS", May 3, 2000

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Daniel Parkes (New Zealand) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Heart Of The Ocean: The Film Music of James Horner (Audio CD)

While most people have not come to realise James Horner's talent for composing great film scores until the mega-success of "Titanic," this album suceeds in revealing the diversity of his music prior to this. However, it is misleading when it states "original soundtracks" since only one track (6) was actually conducted by James Horner.

While the other musicians perform his compostions to a remarkable degree of accuracy, the 'special' sound of James Horner and his film orchestra is hard to match, especially evident in such pieces as the piano solo "The Portrait" from "Titanic" performed in this album by Mark Northam -which seems to lack that vital peice of emotion as heard in the original film score.

What makes this album work, however, is the diversity of the compilation, giving the listener an insight into James Horner's diversity of music prowess. But it would work better if they were indeed "original" soundtracks and not other musicians attempting to copy his style -a task that can only be completed by the master himself.

If you really enjoy James Horner, I recommend listening to the originals. But if you want to hear a broad range of his styles, then this album is a worthy purchase.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent CD from the premier movie sound track writer., June 24, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Heart Of The Ocean: The Film Music of James Horner (Audio CD)

For all of the "Titanic" music fans, the writing of James Horner reached stardom with this musical score....but it is not his best effort. If you are familiar with the movie "Glory", the score for this movie wraps you in emotion. This seems to be the trademark of James Horner. He has the keen and unique ability to take the story and fashion his music to the story situation, the time and the era. He is one of my heros...he has a fantastic writing ability. So...if you enjoyed Titanic, pick up the musical score for "Glory" and also consider "Legends Of The Fall." Enjoy!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best motion Picture Soundtracks, April 2, 2002

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Rockin Robert "Gole deNires" (Allyn Wa. USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Heart Of The Ocean: The Film Music of James Horner (Audio CD)

I am buying this for a gift. I have happily owned it for 2 or more years and I must say that this is one of the most well rounded, rewarding collections of instrumentals that I have ever heard on one disc. I currently own 766 L.P.'s and 752 C.D.'s so I am not without some background in music appreciation in all styles of music. I listen to all types from Klezmer to jazz to Zydeco and classical, not to mention new age and rock. No matter what your favorite style may be you can't go wrong with this C.D. It will also make a great introductory piece for youngsters or anyone that you want to introduce to light classical music.
BUY THIS!!! (Especially if you own a particularly fine sound system, the fidelity is phenominal) !!!!!