The Best Of The Movie Themes 1970 Love theme from "Romeo and Juliet" PR 5046 SD mp3

LOVE THEME FROM "ROMEO AND JULIET"

The elegance of the title theme itself is perfectly

matched by the symphonic treatment it is given here. A brilliant orchestral opening is contrasted by an un¬ accompanied piano solo (superbly played by arranger Hyman) which makes the first presentation of the theme. A soaring string section soon takes over and is complemented by a sonorous brass ensemble. The spotlight falls to the lower strings (violas and cel li) and flute before the sharply punctuated brass chorale. A brief statement by the solo piano leads to a full re¬ capitulation by a string-dominated ensemble. The piece closes with the last sighing phrase of the melody repeated in sequence by violins, flute, piano and solo French horn.