Jay 37,364 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 INTRADAAnnounces:JOE KIDDComposed and Conductd by LALO SCHIFRININTRADA Special Collection Vol. 234The 1972 Universal feature Joe Kidd could be considered Lalo’s Schifrin's first “traditional” western score, and he approachedthe assignment with his customary cool confidence. Eschewing the Copland-esque form, he played on Eastwood’s “spaghetti” roots and fondness for Ennio Morricone and also introduced a “modern” styling with an array of exotic instruments, including cimbalom and electric guitars, to create a distinctive aural world for the vistas of mountains and deserts. The final release length of Joe Kidd was a lean, mean 88 minutes, but it is clear that Schifrin composed music for a significantly longer version. The 43 minutes of music on this premiere Intrada CD is a far more satisfying feast than that available in the finished film.The recording sessions for Joe Kidd were captured on 35mm three-channel magnetic film and transferred onto 1/2″ 15 ips three-channel tape. These three-channel masters were maintained in the Universal vaults in beautiful condition. After BluWave Audio, the sound transfer division of Universal Studios, made digital transfers of each 1/2″ element, we folded them down into two-track stereo and assembled the score in picture sequence.The narrative of the movie focuses on Joe Kidd (Eastwood), an ex-bounty hunter and tracker who has fallen into disrepute as the town drunk. After sleeping off a hangover in jail, he is sentenced to a $10 fine or 10 additional days behind bars. Choosing jail to save the money, he witnesses Luis Chama (John Saxon) storming the courthouse and making demands. As Chama and his band then flee to a hideout in the hills, villainous Frank Harlan (Robert Duvall)—a wealthy landowner intent on tracking and killing Chama—arrives and bails Kidd out, persuading him to track down Chama. But along the way, Kidd realizes that Chama is being unfairly targeted and in turn switches allegiance from the hunter to the hunted.INTRADA Special Collection Vol. 234Retail Price: $19.99Available NowFor track listing and sound samples, please visithttp://store.intrada.com/s.nl/it.A/id.7965/.f'>http://store.intrada.com/s.nl/it.A/id.7965/.fJOE KIDDLabel: Intrada Special Collection Volume 234Date: 1972Tracks: 18Time = 43:21Cool CD for Lalo Schifrin fans! World premiere release of flavorful western score for John Sturges picture starring Clint Eastwood finds composer offering one of his most exciting, evocative soundtracks of an amazing career. Main theme is tentative melody with somewhat muted harmonies underneath. Idea grows in considerable strength during course of score. Dynamic action cues get spotlight numerous times as well. Spanish-tinged motifs add further strength to musical tapestry! Intrada presents complete score from pristine condition multi-track stereo session elements courtesy Universal Pictures. Another cool asset: CD features complete cues, where picture sometimes truncates them! Highly informative liner notes by Schifrin authority Nick Redman plus "flipper" covers showcasing both original Universal/Malpaso campaign as well as dramatic "spaghetti" western approach complete exciting package. Play the album, read the notes, pick your cover! Lalo Schifrin conducts. Intrada Special Collection release available while quantities and interest remain!01. Joe Kidd (Main Title) 3:1002. Arrival 1:0903. Chamas 0:2704. There Was A Fire 3:2505. Mitchell 1:0806. Emilio 2:5207. Harlan 1:5808. Manolo 2:0809. Rita 5:1210. El Rebano 2:4811. Lamarr 1:3212. Jug 6:2313. El Jay 1:0814. Out Of Range 1:0415. We Try, We Fail 0:5016. Mingo 3:2317. Point Blank 2:5118. Joe Kidd (End Title) 1:18Lalo SchifrinPrice: $19.99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,251 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Really loving all these Westerns that the labels are releasing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omen II 1,235 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Huzzah! I was hoping the early 70's western might be Joe Kidd. So many of Clint's oaters in the late 60's and early 70's seemed to bring out the best in their composers. Perhaps we will get Schifrin's The Beguiled, Fielding's The Outlaw Josey Wales and a decent version of Morricone's Two Mules for Sister Sara next? Here's hoping.Damien - off to drive a train through his local boozer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabatus 0 Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Great score...Intrada is doing a great job. I will order it pretty soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scallenger 483 Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 I am not familiar with many Western scores but I really liked these clips! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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