Intrada has released John Barry's score for Mary, Queen of Scots which starred Vanessa Redgrave, Glenda Jackson, Patrick McGoohan and Timothy Dalton. The release is limited to only 3,000 CDs. Here is the official press release:
World premiere CD release of original soundtrack from Hal Wallis
production starring Vanessa Redgrave, Glenda Jackson, Patrick McGoohan,
Timothy Dalton. Academy Award-nominated score by John Barry anchors
with incredibly gentle "Mary's Theme" for harpsichord, strings. In
contrast is dynamic secondary theme for brass that heralds 16th century
setting. Powerful idea spotlights trumpets with rhythmic idea using
two-part harmony while French horns impose powerful, angular theme
underneath. Bravura Barry! Varied score also takes dramatic turn with
dark material, James Bond-ish ideas plus lovely melody for Vanessa
Redgrave to sing ("Vivre et Mourir".) While mono-only scoring elements
made rounds for recent Universal DVD presentation, Intrada licensed
precious original Decca stereo album masters housed in UMG vaults.
While additional music was unavailable for release, Intrada proudly
offers entire 1971 stereo album as produced by composer. Program offers
music both haunting & powerful, results in one of Barry's all-time
greats. Authoritative notes by Jon Burlingame illuminate film
production & scoring. John Barry conducts. Special Collection CD
limited to 3000 copies! - Douglass Fake, Intrada producer
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