"I'm gratefully delighted to find this CD. This collection of sound tracks, music and songs from some of Audrey's best movies served well as remembrance. My fave of course is "Moon River". Touching and significant. Audrey may not had the best vocal but she sang it with her heart and soul. That's touches me. Her version was the only one I love because only she could bring out it's essence. Who can forget "Breakfast at Tiffany's" when she sang it sitting outside her window drying her hair........With these sound tracks, I can listen to Audrey while driving, in the comfort of an easy chair,lazing in bed and retrospect with it as background. What so great about this CD was that it helped me to visualise those scenes and magical moments from their respective movies. The saddness of "Nun Story" to the upbeat melody from "My Fair Lady". Audrey's Classic movies deserved to be remembered and this CD stored the spirits of them. My only complain is it should be a full extensive movie soundtracks of all of Audrey's films.All in all this's as good as I can get. I will cherish it. In loving memory of Audrey Hepburn... She was kind,graceful,charismatic,classy,talented,charming,and with a heart of gold. She was a great asset to the film industry She'll be remembered forever."
Perfect for any Audrey fan!
Jenny | 03/30/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love the cd. If you're a fan you'll probably like all the music anyway, but the best part is the version of Audrey Hepburn singing "Moon River." That alone made it worth the price for me."
If you are an Audrey Hepburn fan, you'll love it.
Steve Rawlings | 04/13/1999
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The songs that you find in this cd are from some of her most memorable movies. Personally, the best song is the last one of Audrey singing "Moon River"."
Musical Gifts for a Versatile Actress
Steve Rawlings | Denver, CO USA | 04/28/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Audrey Hepburn was a versatile actress with an extraordinary range. She could portray spiritual conflict in "The Nun's Story," elegant sophistication in "Breakfast at Tiffany's," dramatic vulnerability in "Wait Until Dark," and whimsical comedy in "My Fair Lady." This CD captures, with impeccable quality, the musical gifts of composers like Henry Mancini, Frederick Loewe, John Barry, Nelson Riddle, and John Williams who accentuated her interpretive talents. The music of these masters evokes the spirit, charm, and romance of many of her finest films.Ms. Hepburn possessed a bewitching, almost regal femininity with her soft, cultured voice and sleek, sensuous beauty. It is fitting that the encore piece in this ensemble is Audrey's own endearing version of "Moon River." No actress will ever capture the heart nor the imagination quite like Audrey Hepburn..."
Music that brings back the Joyfull Memories of this Unforget
Thor | Netherlands | 01/27/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Audrey Hepburn was a great actress and a wonderful person with a beautiful character. When you see one of her movies, the charm of Hepburn and her way of acting give the film a certain atmosphere. Next to Hepburn's acting and charm, there was another thing that helped the films creating a certain mood and feeling. Yes, the music.
In 1993, a few months after Hepburn's death, this lovely CD was released with great themes and music pieces from Hepburn's films. Although it is sad that none of her own singing from the film "Funny Face" is included, you still get the grand luxury of hearing Hepburn's voice on this music collection at the last track.
This music is connected to Hepburn. And when you listen to it, you can see her in front of you, bringing back the memories of those fine moments watching her on the screen.
Now let's see what every track brings:
1. Breakfast at Tiffany's: Moon River - Henry Mancini --- The perfect way to start this CD. This beautiful theme from the film "Breakfast at Tiffany's" is pure magic. When you hear the tones you can immediately see Hepburn standing on that empty New York street, wearing that lovely black dress while she is gazing into the windows of the jewellery store Tiffany & CO.
This theme gives shivers down my spine and remains one of the most beautiful themes ever written.
Length: (2:40)
2. Charade: Main title - Henry Mancini --- Charade is a movie that was introduced to people in previews and trailers back in 1963 as a mix of Suspense, Romance and Comedy. When you hear this great theme by Mancini you can hear those three ingredients clearly. The fear the main character has, the love she encounters and of course the fun.
Length: (2:07)
3. My Fair lady: Overture - Frederick Loewe --- My Fair Lady is one of the most enchanting and successful musicals ever made. And as we all know, music is very important in a musical. It is a character itself. This overture of the film is a mix of different songs and themes from the film and is heard at the very beginning. This overture includes music of the melody of the song "You did it", the melody of the romantic song "On the Street where you live" and the melody of the song "I could have danced all night".
Length: (3:23)
4. Funny Face: He loves, She loves - Sung by Fred Astaire --- Funny Face, released in 1956 was Audrey's first musical film. The weird thing is that this song is included on the CD and not a song where Audrey's own singing talent is heard (which is in a lot of songs in the film). Anyways, Fred Astaire is a great singer and gives this song a great fifties atmosphere. The atmosphere of the film is clearly present in this song.
Length: (4:59)
5. The Nun's Story: Main Title - Franz Waxman --- The Nun's Story was one of Hepburn's most serious films. A powerful story about a woman who becomes a nun but has difficulty following her obligations even though she tries very hard to do so. The film had a sad and sometimes even dark atmosphere because of the inner struggle the main character had. This title theme gives the atmosphere of the film, the difficulty the character has. You hear the sad atmosphere, but also the love the character has within her heart. A dramatic and powerful theme, beautiful to listen too. Gives me shivers down my spine
Length: (2:37)
6. Wait Until Dark: Theme for Three - Henry Mancini --- Now another one of Hepburn's most serious films. A kind of Horror Thriller where she plays a blind woman who gets terrorised by three men who are searching for a doll stuffed with heroin which they believe is hidden in her house somewhere. The film had a very creepy atmosphere and is considered the scariest film Hepburn has ever made. The character is completely alone in the dark while she has to find her way to safety and help. This creepy theme by Mancini reflects the atmosphere of the film and shows how frightened Hepburn's character was.
Length: (2:43)
7. How To Steal a Million: Main Title - John Williams --- One of my personal favourites. A fun and happy adventure this film is. The great chemistry between Hepburn and Peter O'Toole is grand in the film and this great great great theme by John Williams brings such a happy feeling. It is a lively and adventurous theme and reflects the fun of the film and the great adventure of love and happiness the characters are experiencing in the film. Fantastic music! My only complain is that it is too bad that this is the shortest track on the CD.
Length: (1:47)
8. Robin and Marian: John Bursts In/The End - John Barry --- Robin and Marian brought Hepburn back to the big screen after she left the movie business to raise her children (what a wonderful heart that woman had). The film itself is a romantic drama that has a kind of sad atmosphere. Robin and Marian are not that in love with each other anymore and the flame of their relationship is being softly blown out by the wind. This piece of music, which is played at the end, gives the main theme of the film and the music at the last scene. If you have seen the film, you know what happens. If you haven't, then I won't spoil it for you, but the music speaks for itself. Beautiful theme by John Barry.
Length: (4:35)
9. Two For the Road: Main Theme - Instrumental - Henry Mancini --- Another theme from the great Henry Mancini. The man just kept coming with great themes. This is one of the most beautiful themes I ever heard in a film. It also gets stuck in your head. This theme shows the relation between a married couple whose marriage is weakening. It is tender, emotional and beautiful. One of the greatest tracks on this CD. Simply magnificent.
Length: (2:41)
10. Paris When It Sizzles: Gabrielle - Nelson Riddle --- Another one of those fun romantic comedy films of Audrey Hepburn was Paris When It Sizzles. This relaxing theme is played at the very beginning of the film, when Hepburn's Character Gabrielle arrives at her destination in Paris and the titles are rolling over the screen. True sixties music that is nice and once again, relaxing. Just sit back in that nice big chair with a nice drink in your hand and listen. Relaxing indeed.
Length: (2:46)
11. Moon River - Sung by Audrey Hepburn --- And the great final they have kept to the very end of the CD. The song Moon River sung by Hepburn herself. Hearing the screen legend's singing voice is an absolute joy. Her voice in combination with the beautiful theme of Mancini gives a thrilling musical experience and makes this track the one that is closest connected to Hepburn.
Length: (2:01)
There is a kind of small mini poster from about 24 cm by 24 cm included. This little poster includes a few nice small black and white photos of Audrey in the films. There is also a small picture of a letter Audrey wrote to Henry Mancini, in which she tells him what a great job he has done on the soundtrack of Breakfast of Tiffany's, which is nice to read and cool that it is included between the pictures. There is also an introduction to the CD by Henri Mancini, who tells about his music in the movies and how he got inspired by the lovely Hepburn.
This CD is full with music that gives you the feeling that Hepburn is right with you in the room. The atmosphere this music brings is close to the atmosphere Hepburn brought to the screen. Just listen to this CD, close you eyes, and you will see that lovely Audrey smile in front of you once more. And believe it or not, you will smile only seconds after seeing that lovely sight with this music playing into your ears.
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1
