Show Top reviews from the United StatesThere was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2009 This is not Obi-Wan's John Williams, but harkens back to when he was know as jazz guitartist Johnny Williams. The music is as light, upbeat and energetic as is much of the movie while having a character of its own. I particularly like the opening title song. It encapsulates the era, the movement and characters especially in his use of staccato-like finger snapping. Thrown into this mix are recordings from the era such as Sinatra's Come Fly With Me and The Girl from Ipanema (see Diana Krall's Quiet Nights for a lovely breathy rendition of Boy from Ipanema) that are so effectively incorporated in the storyline. A thoroughly delightful soundtrack from a master stretching himself into a very different sound than he uses in the big summer movies like Star Wars and Superman. Technically well produced (with the exceptions of the original recordings - they retain their limitations). A perfect champagne and bon bon musical experience. Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2021 This score is so unlike anything else John Williams composes. It is a delightful, delicious, innovative interplay of jazz, saxophone and big orchestral sounds sublimely interwoven. It worked wonderfully in the movie. It is a joy to listen to on its own. Heartily recommended. Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2019 I LOVE this album. I have misplaced my cd of it, so I went on Amazon and bought the digital version of it. It downloaded as a zip file.....it plays just fine, but how can I burn a cd from these zipped files? Thanks! Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2020 Great CD! Good condition. Good calm slightly up beat music. Perfect for when I'm doing finances and bills... Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2009 I heard a wonderful performance of John Williams' "Escapades for Saxaphone and Orchestra" by Branford Marsalis and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. That music is based on the soundtrack of "Catch Me If You Can". I couldn't find a recording of the Escapades, so the soundtrack CD was a natural choice. This is a CD that you won't get tired of. By the way, if you buy the movie DVD too, then you will get a second way to enjoy the music. It's a great listen! Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2016 It's quite different than John Williams regular soundtracks. It's good for the most part and I would recommend it to anyone. Not so sure I care for the other songs that are not by him. But these are good. Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2013 This is a pretty good score, different from the normal John Williams stuff (Star Wars, Superman). The classic music thrown into the CD with the score really brings you back to the scenes from the movie. Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2017 Nice jazz feel with this score by John Williams, watching the movie on Demand as I am writing this review interesting movie and music Top reviews from other countries4.0 out of 5 stars Worth Catching Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 10, 2011 When watching this film, it was only with the end credits that the title theme caught my ear, and impressed me enough to seek out a copy of the full soundtrack. This is not "vintage" John Williams, with bold, powerful themes a la Star Wars or Jurassic Park. The title is decidedly rooted in the sound of the 50's and 60's and almost "Mancini-esque", evocative of the jazz idioms that were so pervasive at the time the film is set. It is quite unlike most of his other scores, and perhaps more interesting for that reason. Set along side real sounds from the era ("The Girl from Ipanema," "Embraceable You" and "The Look of Love," Williams music is the perfect accompaniment for a dry martini. 5.0 out of 5 stars Williams counterbalances the popular Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2018 The soundtrack that John Williams has composed for this film can feel at times dark and foreboding. It is the mixture of sixties iconic songs that lifts the musical tail out of the dark and into the cheeky presumption that in the sixties you can do anything. 4.0 out of 5 stars The cd was in very good condition even though it was not new and arrived a day early Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 7, 2019 Always loved the main title music but could never find a copy of the soundtracks 5.0 out of 5 stars Great film Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2017 I love the unique sound track, jazz influenced. The film is funny and has plenty of twists and turns from start to finish. Highly recommend 5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2015 Great soundtrack, arrived fine, works fine What style of music is in Catch Me If You Can?Since Catch Me If You Can is a contemporary musical set in the 1960s, the following songs are from contemporary musicals as well. In addition, there are lots of jazzy, pop/rock, and 1960s vibes below in order to match the style of the show.
Who did the music for Catch Me If You Can?John Williams
Who played sax on Catch Me If You Can?Throughout the score the saxophone lines were quite chromatic and many times doubled with vibraphone by one of LA's finest percussionists, Alan Estes. It was a pleasure having Alan's great time and concept during the faster passages we shared.
How many songs are in Catch Me If You Can?January 1, 2002 16 Songs, 1 hour, 2 minutes This Compilation ℗ 2002 SKG Music L.L.C.
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