Composer

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Lalo Schifrin

Genre

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Film

Style

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Television Score

Compose Date

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1966

Mission Impossible is a soundtrack composed by Lalo Schifrin for the television series of the same name. The series premiered on September 17, 1966, and the soundtrack was released in 1967. The soundtrack consists of 11 tracks and has a total runtime of 31 minutes and 47 seconds. The soundtrack is known for its iconic theme song, which has become synonymous with the Mission Impossible franchise. The theme song is a fast-paced, jazzy tune that features a memorable melody played on the flute and brass instruments. The theme song has been used in all of the Mission Impossible films and has been covered by numerous artists. The soundtrack also features a number of other memorable tracks, including "The Plot," "The Sniper," and "The Getaway." These tracks feature a mix of jazz and orchestral elements, with Schifrin's signature use of percussion and brass instruments. One of the standout tracks on the soundtrack is "The Danube Incident," which features a haunting melody played on the harpsichord and strings. This track has been sampled by numerous hip-hop artists, including Kanye West and Jay-Z. Overall, the Mission Impossible soundtrack is a classic example of 1960s television music. It features a mix of jazz and orchestral elements, with Schifrin's signature use of percussion and brass instruments. The soundtrack has stood the test of time and remains a beloved piece of music for fans of the Mission Impossible franchise.

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