QUEENIE

Fabulous treat for Georges Delerue fans! First-ever release of his magnificent, epic-scale score for ABC two-part mini-series with Mia Sara, Kirk Douglas, Martin Balsam, Claire Bloom, directed by Larry Peerce, from Michael Korda's novel. Story chronicles early life of Merle Oberon, from birthplace in India through numerous hardships, then moves on to her marriage to Sir Alexander Korda and eventual career as famed British actress. Delerue finds material inspiring, responds with one of his finest "period" scores full of sweeping ideas for rich locales, gorgeous love themes, dramatic flourishes, more! Delerue always favored themes written in minor keys imparting tenderness, sadness over more saccharine moods. Harmony was particularly important. Queenie offers some of his most haunting ideas! In scoring for the majestic settings, along with a large orchestra, Delerue writes parts for tabla, sitar for India colors as well as brass for British pomp and splendor! Massive score prepared for release by Nick Redman, Mike Matessino from original elements vaulted at 20th Century Fox. Track Preparation and Editing by Neil S. Bulk. Mix and Assembly by Mike Matessino. Informative liner notes by Julie Kirgo plus dramatic graphic design by Joe Sikoryak enhance powerhouse score by France's most tuneful, romantic film composer ever! Georges Delerue conducts. Intrada Special Collection CD available while quantities and interest remain!