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One of the prolific composer's earlier soundtracks remains one of his best 30 years later. Although the music for A Patch of Blue occasionally sounds dated, it's still very strong, very sound, and a pleasure to listen to. The main title theme finds the perfect balance between creepy and tender, a balance that Goldsmith is a master at achieving. Tracks like "Alone," meanwhile, have a sweetness evocative of the film's plot. "Gordon's Place (Radio Music) " proves that Goldsmith can write serviceable jazz, while "Help Me" displays the composer's patented use of strings for dramatic effect. This is, overall, one of Goldsmith's subtler works, well worth hearing whether you've seen the movie or not. --Genevieve Williams .



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