Elizabeth And *****: The Classic Filmscores Of Erich Wolfgang Korngold

Another Dawn was one of the less inspired films that Korngold wrote music for and while it is gorgeously romantic and tuneful, doesn't perhaps have the presence or drama of the other selections presented here. On the other hand, Of Human Bondage goes through a whirlwind of styles from the imposing titles, to a breathless Christmas scherzo, a lovely lullaby and of course, the (almost) obligatory rousing finale. Naturally enough, Gerhardt turns in yet another faithful set of interpretations with the ever reliable National Philharmonic. There is some overlap, in terms of the scores chosen, with the Sea Hawk compilation, but the cues are different and so the albums are complimentary rather than competing. About the only disappointment is the brevity of the album, a longer suite from Anthony Adverse certainly wouldn't have gone amiss. Otherwise, another terrific selection of essential Korngold.