Composer

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Ennio Morricone

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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1981

"Joss, Il Professionista" is a soundtrack composed by the legendary Italian composer Ennio Morricone. The soundtrack was composed for the 1972 Italian film of the same name, directed by Sergio Corbucci. The film is a spaghetti western, and the soundtrack is a perfect example of Morricone's mastery of the genre. The soundtrack was composed in 1972 and premiered alongside the film in the same year. The soundtrack consists of 12 tracks, each with its own unique sound and style. The tracks are: 1. Joss il professionista 2. La città violenta 3. La carrozza dei fantasmi 4. La città violenta (versione 2) 5. La carrozza dei fantasmi (versione 2) 6. Joss il professionista (versione 2) 7. La città violenta (versione 3) 8. La carrozza dei fantasmi (versione 3) 9. Joss il professionista (versione 3) 10. La città violenta (versione 4) 11. La carrozza dei fantasmi (versione 4) 12. Joss il professionista (versione 4) The soundtrack is characterized by Morricone's signature use of unconventional instruments and sounds. The tracks feature a mix of electric and acoustic guitars, trumpets, flutes, and percussion instruments. The use of whistling and vocalizations is also prominent in some of the tracks. The first track, "Joss il professionista," sets the tone for the entire soundtrack. It features a haunting melody played on an electric guitar, accompanied by a steady beat on a snare drum. The track is a perfect example of Morricone's ability to create a sense of tension and anticipation through his music. The second track, "La città violenta," is a more upbeat and energetic track. It features a driving rhythm section, with electric guitars and trumpets playing the melody. The track is a perfect example of Morricone's ability to create a sense of excitement and action through his music. The third track, "La carrozza dei fantasmi," is a slower and more melancholic track. It features a beautiful melody played on a flute, accompanied by a soft guitar and percussion. The track is a perfect example of Morricone's ability to create a sense of sadness and longing through his music. Overall, "Joss, Il Professionista" is a masterpiece of spaghetti western music. The soundtrack perfectly captures the mood and atmosphere of the film, and is a testament to Morricone's incredible talent as a composer.

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