SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 3:45 Min.
Adapting composer Alexander Courage’s TV theme, conductor Erich Kunzel & The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra include it as the twelfth track on their 1996 Symphonic Star Trek instrumental album. Like “The Cage” suite, it’s one of the album’s few tracks that isn’t an exact replica of the original theme.
REVIEW:
Including ethereal vocals, it’s a concert-style rendition vs. a straight-up cover of Alexander Courage’s version. Hence, the track’s sound is unique for this album. Unlike their perfect replicas of other Star Trek themes, Erich Kunzel guides The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra on a more interpretive journey of Courage’s original TV theme. Not only is this track a nice treat for Trekkers, it’s a welcome option for any sci-fi-themed playlist.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars
