Grant Gershon presents a delightful and innovative exploration of television themes reimagined in the styles of classical composers with "Mozart TV - Favorite TV Tunes in the Style of Great Classical Composers." Released on January 1, 1997, under the Delos label, this 59-minute album blends the genres of choral and minimalism to create a unique listening experience.
Gershon masterfully arranges iconic TV themes, transforming them into classical compositions that pay homage to masters like Vivaldi, Mozart, Debussy, and Handel. The album features a diverse range of tracks, from the nostalgic "Friends: I'll Be There for You" reimagined in the style of Vivaldi to the adventurous "X-Files Theme" inspired by Hovhaness. Each piece is meticulously crafted to capture the essence of both the original TV theme and the classical style it emulates.
With a duration of just under an hour, this album is perfect for those seeking a refreshing blend of classical elegance and familiar TV melodies. Grant Gershon's creative approach makes "Mozart TV" a standout addition to any music collection, offering a fresh perspective on beloved television tunes.
Tracks
Friends: I'll Be There for You (in the style of Vivaldi) [arr. D. Fraser]Michael Skloff, Sidney Weiss, Malcolm Hamilton, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
Piano Concerto in F Major, "Rerun" (in the style of Mozart) [D. Fraser]: I. Hill Street BluesDonald Fraser, Grant Gershon, Hollywood Chamber Symphony
Piano Concerto in F Major, "Rerun" (in the style of Mozart) [D. Fraser]: II. Suicide Is Painless [M-a-S-H]Donald Fraser, Grant Gershon, Hollywood Chamber Symphony
Piano Concerto in F Major, "Rerun" (in the style of Mozart) [D. Fraser]: III. The Brady BunchDonald Fraser, Grant Gershon, Hollywood Chamber Symphony
Bewitched (in the style of Debussy) [arr. D. Fraser]Jack Keller, JoAnn Turovsky
X-Files Theme (in the style of Hovhaness) [arr. D. Fraser]Anonymous, Burnette Dillon, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
Taxi: Angela's Theme (in the style of Villa-Lobos) [arr. D. Fraser]Bob James, Scott Tennant
Green Acres (in the style of Joplin) [arr. D. Fraser]Vic Mizzy, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
The Mary Tyler Moore Show: Love Is All Around (in the style of Satie) [arr. D. Fraser]Sonny Curtis, Ramiro Belgardt, JoAnn Turovsky
Mister Ed: Mr. Ed (in the style of Rodrigo) [arr. D. Fraser]Jay Livingston, Ray Evans, Scott Tennant, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
Jeopardy: Think Music (in the style of Handel) [arr. D. Fraser]Merv Griffin, Malcolm Hamilton
The Jetsons: Jetsons (in the style of Britten) [arr. D. Fraser]Anonymous, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
Cheers: Where Everybody Knows Your Name (in the style of Ireland) [arr. D. Fraser]Judy Hart Angelo, Gary Portnoy, Grant Gershon
I Love Lucy: I Love Lucy (in the style of Purcell) [arr. D. Fraser]Eliot Daniel, Burnette Dillon, Malcolm Hamilton, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
Star Trek (Voyager): Main Title [in the style of Strauss] [arr. D. Fraser]Anonymous, Steven Becknell, Hollywood Chamber Symphony, Grant Gershon
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