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The Parent Trap (1998 Film)

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The Parent Trap is a remake of the classic 60s Disney film that spun three made-for-TV sequals in the 80s and 90s. Nancy Meyers, who was codirector of the Father of the Bride films, once again chose Alan Silvestri to write the score, and he came up with music that one can't help but love
While stylistically similar to Father of the Bride and other romantic comedies he scored, what makes this music shine above the others is the themes, as well as the variety. Unlike many of his scores, Silvestri wrote a number of different themes, and each one is a gem. There's the "main" theme, a big sweeping string theme; there's the playful-teins theme, a jazz saxophone rift, and there's the heartwarming-type theme, which is a lovely solo accoustic guitar piece. While often repeated, or only modified slightly, they are just so good that the repitition only helps

But the repeated themes are by no means the whole score -- there are many places of singular music, most of which are wonderful. In 'Changes', there's a jazzy trio-style piece that Silvestri often writes. In 'Vinyard Suite' there's a grand fanfare that morphs into another jazzy style piece, and in 'Dad's Getting Married' there's a Classical-era style string piece that's as good as anything Georges Delerue came up with in that style.

There are also a lot of small touches that make this music work. In 'She's Gone', the main theme is played by steel drums. And in both the original logo music for the film ('The Disney Logo'), and at the very end of 'Finale', Silvestri inserts a small snippit from the song from the original movie, "Let's Get Together" -- a very nice way to parenthesize the album.
It all comes down to this -- if you like themeatic, highly catchy, varied music, get this CD. It's 40 minutes of pure bliss.

I loved the CD, but really fell in love with the Ray Charles song that was played near the end when they return to Paris. Yikes! They left it off the CD. I did find it on Amazon, The title of the CD is Ray Charles and Betty Carter. The first track is Every time we say goodbye. Great song!

Every song on the soundtrack is great. The best pick me up cd ever. Do you believe in Magic and L-O-V-E are my personal favorites. The score is also excellent with upbeat songs that remind you of the movie, but you don't even have to see or love the movie to appreciate the soundtrack. Highly Recommended. A+

Someone should find Alan Silvestri and give that man an Oscar or something! I mean, WOW. He first caught my attention with his achingly beautiful work on Contact (talk about a great score), and now to have his awesome talent invested in The Parent Trap (1998; Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson) ... what a blessing. Listen to, oh say, track 7 (when Hallie as Annie first sees her grandfather and mother; "Hallie Meets Mom"), and close your eyes whilst doing so. If you have any sort of an imagination (mandatory for watching any Disney movie--I pity people w/o soaring imaginations), let go while you listen to the fun, heartwarming, pixie dust sprinkled melodies, and relive those magical moments of reunion(s). The best background (or center stage!) music, anytime, anywhere. You go, Silvestri!

I bought this for my wife's nieces, ages 6 and 8. They continuously watch the movie and I thought they'd like the soundtrack also. I was right, they really enjoy the tunes.

If you liked the movie, I totally recommend this CD! You'll love it so so so much!!! I especially like "Never Let You Go" and "Groovin'". The new version of "Let's Get Together" by Nobody's Angel is really cool too. So buy this CD!

THE parent Trap is a great film that has a lot of moods. Alan Silvestri seems to bring them across the screen with ease. It is a film with character and a lot of heartfelt moments. the composer brings to life the moving moments with no less skill than a master. the wild and funny moments are brought to life just as well! "We Actually did it" is one of the most wonderful love themes in recent years. Just pop this Cd in and enjoy.

This two-cd compilation is put together in a terrific format with the popular music on one alblum and the orchestration on another. The original score alblum has only one fault, it's too short! I guarantee you'll listen to it over and over again.

This is , without a doubt, the best soundtrack I have heard yet. Every song's a winner, and the parent Trap suite is a classic touch. The songs I liked best were "Do you believe in Magic", "There She Goes", and the upbeat "Soulful Strut".

The movie was not that great but the musical score was fantastic! Excellent music that brings back great memories! There was not one song that did not belong!