Name: The Secret Service - Original Soundtrack - Gerry Anderson
Brand: Barry Gray

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

SILLP1681

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Green

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Grass Green

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-01-27

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Little Amber Fish

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Standard:20

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0738572168179

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1 / Green / LP

Artist

Barry Gray

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Soundtracks

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Silva Screen

Barry Gray (July 18, 1908 - April 26, 1984) was a British composer hailing from Lancashire, England. With an illustrious career spanning several decades, Gray left an indelible mark on the music industry. His compositions showcased his immense talent and versatility as he effortlessly dabbled in various genres.
Renowned for his ability to create captivating melodies and memorable themes, Gray's work continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. He drew inspiration from a diverse range of musical influences, resulting in a unique and distinctive sound that set him apart from his contemporaries.
Influenced by greats such as *Lalo Schifrin*, *Laurie Johnson*, and *Ron Grainer*, Gray's compositions have stood the test of time. Collaborating with notable performers like *Cyril Stapleton* and *Roy Budd*, he crafted enchanting scores that brought numerous television shows and films to life.

Silva Screen is a London-based label specializing in movie soundtracks. As the main imprint of Silva Screen Records Ltd., they have established themselves as a leading force in the industry. With their extensive catalogue and commitment to quality, Silva Screen continues to provide music lovers with exceptional film scores.

With a focus on UK London-based productions, Silva Screen has become synonymous with excellence in the world of movie soundtracks. Their dedication to curating and releasing high-quality albums has earned them a reputation as an authoritative voice in the industry.

As one of the top labels for movie soundtracks, Silva Screen offers an impressive selection of releases from various genres and eras. Whether you're a fan of classic films or contemporary blockbusters, you can trust that Silva Screen will deliver exceptional music that enhances your cinematic experience.

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The origins of the series The Secret Service began in 1968 whilst working at Pinewood Studios, Gerry Anderson bumped into a familiar face of stage and screen: comic actor Stanley Unwin. With his whimsical charm and hilarious gibberish double talk (playfully christened ‘Unwinese’) Unwin had earned great popularity throughout the 50s and 60s and the Anderson's immediately knew that they had found someone to base their next puppet series on. For several years, the Century 21 team had toyed with directly basing a puppet character on a real-life actor, now the time had come to make it a reality. Duly, the Andersons developed a premise around Unwin, returning to their ‘unlikely spy’ scenario which had worked so well with Joe 90, they created ‘Father’ Unwin, a kindly priest who, despite outwardly disappearing into whimsy, doubles as a determined agent for British Intelligence. In the series the lines would be blurred even further between the miniature Supermarionation world and reality, as live action footage of Stanley Unwin would also be used in the series.&nbsp;

To appropriately reflect the The Secret Service’s premise and compliment the gentle title sequence created to introduce the series, Barry Gray decided step completely away from his usual attention-grabbing themes and write a three-part fugue in the style of the Baroque composer Bach. To perform the vocals, the Mike Sammes Singers were hired, the vocal group who Gray had used on the Supercar theme back in 1961. Once coupled with soft organ and minimalist percussion, a truly unique piece of inventive music was born to bookend Father Unwin's adventures, which perfectly captured the off-beat nature of the series.

The Secret Service - Original Soundtrack - Gerry Anderson

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