"Yo-Yo Ma Plays Ennio Morricone" is a captivating 2004 album that brings together the extraordinary talents of cellist Yo-Yo Ma and legendary composer Ennio Morricone. This collection showcases Morricone's iconic film scores, beautifully reinterpreted and performed by Ma and the Roma Sinfonietta. The album spans 55 minutes and features 19 tracks, each a masterful blend of Morricone's compositional genius and Ma's virtuosic cello playing.
From the haunting melodies of "The Mission" to the stirring themes of "Cinema Paradiso" and the epic scores of Sergio Leone's films, this album is a testament to Morricone's enduring influence on cinema. The tracks are meticulously arranged, allowing Ma's cello to take center stage while the full orchestra enriches the soundscape. The album was initially released as a standard CD and later as a DualDisc with Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound, offering an immersive listening experience.
Whether you're a fan of classical music, film scores, or simply great music, "Yo-Yo Ma Plays Ennio Morricone" is a must-listen. The collaboration between these two titans of their respective fields results in a recording that is both powerful and deeply moving, highlighting the timeless beauty of Morricone's compositions.
Tracks
The Mission: Gabriel's OboeEnnio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
The Mission: The FallsEnnio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Playing Love from "The Legend of 1900"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Nostalgia from "Cinema Paradiso"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Looking for You (Love Theme) from "Cinema Paradiso"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Main Theme from "Malena"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Giuseppe Tornatore Suite: Main Theme from "A Pure Formality" - Remembering (Ricordare)Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Sergio Leone Suite: Deborah's Theme from "Once Upon a Time in America"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Sergio Leone Suite: Cockeye's Song from "Once Upon a Time in America"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Sergio Leone Suite: Main Theme from "Once Upon a Time in America"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Sergio Leone Suite: Main Theme from "Once Upon a Time in the West"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Sergio Leone Suite: Ecstasy of Gold from "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Brian DePalma Suite: Main Theme from "Casualities of War"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Brian DePalma Suite: Death Theme from "The Untouchables"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Moses and Marco Polo Suite: Journey from "Moses"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Moses and Marco Polo Suite: Theme from "Moses"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Moses and Marco Polo Suite: Main Theme from "Marco Polo"Ennio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Lady Caliph: DinnerEnnio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
Lady Caliph: NocturneEnnio Morricone, Yo-Yo Ma, Roma Sinfonietta
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