Happy Trails

Erich Kunzel - Happy Trails

Happy Trails
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Artist: Erich Kunzel
Edition: Music CD
Format: Soundtrack
CD Release Date: 1989-10-09
Music Label: Telarc
Soundtracks:
  1. Stampede
  2. The Sons Of Katie Elder: Theme
  3. Ghost Riders In The Sky
  4. The Good, The Bad And The Ugly: Theme
  5. Duel In The Sun: Prelude
  6. Duel In The Sun: Buggy Ride
  7. Giant: Prelude
  8. The Alamo: The Green Leaves Of Summer
  9. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance: Theme
  10. Johnny Guitar: Theme
  11. Sunset: The Cowboys
  12. The Cowboy Code (Back In The Saddle Again)
  13. Cowboy Songs
  14. Mule Train
  15. Saloon Brawl
  16. The Wild Bunch: Theme
  17. Lonesome Dove: Theme
  18. Oklahoma Crude: Theme
  19. Authentic Steam Engine
  20. Orange Blossom Special
  21. Medley Of TV Western Themes
  22. Happy Trails

Free Music Notes for Happy Trails

Free Music Review: Not entirely at home on the range
Hit: 3 Stars

This sequel to Kunzel's "Round-up" is worth a listen but not completely satisfying. The CD's best feature is the music itself. The big and bold Western themes from "Johnny Guitar" and "The Sons of Katie Elder" are perfectly suited to the trademark Telarc orchestral treatment. The sound is spacious, with lots of the kettle drums and other percussion that fans expect from Kunzel and Telarc. The contributions by Gene Autry and Roy Rogers are are a nice touch.

The vocals of baritone Sherill Milnes on songs like "Liberty Valance" and "Ghost Riders in the Sky" are less welcome. These songs don't benefit from the operatic vibrato. Milnes may have real affection for this music, but he has little feel for how it should be sung. The Singing Sergeants of the Air Force male chorus render glee club versions of songs that would sound better with a somewhat more raw and less disciplined approach. I could also have done without the sound effects, such as "Saloon Brawl." I guess they are supposed to enhance the sense of fun, but I found them to be annoying filler.

I recommend the CD, albeit with reservations, because much of the music is infectiously melodic. However, be prepared for disappointing vocal performances of some of your favorites.
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