If you've never seen the film, you've missed out on one of the greatest animated films of all time. But those who have will probably find the soudtrack hard to forget. Dreams to Dream is a great song, but the score is truly the gem of the CD. I purchused this CD over 2 months ago and I listen to the whole thing every other day, at least. It's that good. The score is primarily western themed music: guitars, trumpets and some fiddle, banjo and harmonica thrown in as well. Most of the songs have that sounds-kinda-familiar quality, especially the "Training" song, which has obvious refrences to Aaron Coplands "Rodeo"(some know it as the "Beef is whats for Dinner" commercial theme). The Soundtrack also has some of the origanal Russian themed music to it(which sounds alot like Balto and Enemy at the Gates) which blends nicely to the western themed stuff and gives a little variation to the CD. I, personally, love this CD, I was willing to pay 30 buck for it USED. The CD is great for yourself or as a gift. You'll appreciate it if you have a love for the Old West or if you love good western music. I personally recommend to anyone.
February 12, 2005hj new here llove the song on this cd dreams to dream and l would love to get this soundtrack this song reminds to never give up on my dreams
March 17, 2004 |  | The Music Behind The Magic.... |  |
An American Tail is perhaps Speilberg's greatest legacy in the animation industry. The first part was a huge success, and the second part is no exception. The movie itself is full of action, humour, adventure and so much more. In addition, it has a steller soundtrack to accompany the movie. The disc starts off with Linda Ronstadt singing "Dreams To Dream." This is truly a beautiful peace of music that is quite soulful. Fans of the movie will recall Tanya singing part of the song. In the movie though, Cathy Cavadini dons the honours of Tanya's singing voice. Some say Cathy does a better job on the song, but to me it's a bit of a tough call. Both excell at what they intend to do.....entertain. "Way Out West" is another catchy pop song that is very singable. The only other vocal track features Cathy singing "The Girl You Left Behind." This song is great toe-tapping, sing-along fun. The remainder of the disc features instrumental work by the great James Horner. Tracks 2, 12, and 13 are excellent Horner-fare, and are simply wonderful. Track 8 is a very lively peace, where as I find Track 9 to resemble the music of Peter And The Wolf. Track 3 has a westerny feel to it, Track 6 is your basic intrumental piece, and Track 10 is a wonderfully soft piece. Lastly, Track 4 is very soothing and melodic, whereas Track 14 is simply phenomenal. It's beautifully melodic, lively, toe-tapping, Happy Trailsy, and so much more. It essentially has bits of everything thrown into it. Perhaps that's what makes it the most unique track on the album. Overall, this disc is simply awesome. James Horner is perhaps one of the two best film-score composers in the industry today (the other one is John Williams). I highly recommend this disc, as it can be enjoyed by almost anybody. The music here is so varied, everybody should find some piece of Fievel-lore they can enjoy. If not, give it a second try, because with Fievel and Horner's music, you have the one-two punch that very few can withstand.
August 11, 2002| | | Linda vs Cathy and guess who wins CATHY | |
You may start when you hear the bell Bing oh and Cathy hits a high note oh but Linda makes a soprano comeback but Cathy has totally knocked out Linda with a warm golden voice .1 2 3 she is down and Cathy wins ! Nice songs but Cathy is way better than Linda partially because in An American Tail she sounded like a chipmunk but in this it was like wow !
November 30, 2001All the songs are nice.Dreams to dream is a very very beautiful song performed by Cathy Cavadini.In my popinion Linda is no match for Cathy.I wish to hear more songs from her.
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