Composer

:

André Previn

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Average_duration

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76:54

Movement_count

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33

Movement ....

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is a soundtrack composed by André Previn for the 1962 film of the same name. The film is based on the novel by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez and tells the story of a family divided by the First World War. The soundtrack was recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Previn himself. The premiere of the film and soundtrack was on March 7, 1962, in New York City. The soundtrack consists of six movements, each representing a different aspect of the story. The first movement, "Main Title," sets the tone for the film with a dramatic and foreboding melody played by the brass section. The second movement, "Julio and Marguerite," is a romantic and tender piece that represents the love story between the two main characters. The third movement, "The War," is a powerful and intense piece that represents the chaos and destruction of the First World War. The fourth movement, "The Four Horsemen," is a haunting and ominous piece that represents the four horsemen of the apocalypse: war, famine, pestilence, and death. The fifth movement, "The Tango," is a lively and energetic piece that represents the vibrant culture of Argentina, where the story takes place. The final movement, "Finale," brings the soundtrack to a close with a triumphant and uplifting melody that represents the hope and resilience of the human spirit. Overall, the soundtrack for The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse is a masterful composition that perfectly captures the emotions and themes of the film. Previn's use of orchestration and melody creates a powerful and memorable soundtrack that stands the test of time.

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