SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 5:27 Min.
Originally composed and conducted by Jerry Goldsmith for 1979’s Star Trek: The Motion Picture, this instrumental theme narrates the film’s opening deep space sequence. Specifically, three Klingon battle cruisers are depicted confronting the ominous ‘V’Ger’ space cloud. The track was subsequently covered by Erich Kunzel & The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra for 1996’s Symphonic Star Trek instrumental album.
REVIEW:
Conveying V’Ger’s interstellar presence vs. the Klingons’ aggressive approach, Jerry Goldsmith does some terrific work. Yet, the track is hardly a must-have. Well-performed by Erich Kunzel & the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, it’s at least a nostalgic component of the Symphonic Star Trek album.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 6 Stars
