Mark Isham has given all us film score fans an early Christmas present. Few composers would take the time and effort to create suites of their unreleased film scores just for fans. But Isham is not just any composer.
Last month, he created an 8-minute suite of his music from the new Werner Herzog/Nicolas Cage film, BAD LIEUTENANT: PORT OF CALL NEW ORLEANS. Now he has created another 8-minute suite for the 2006 sports flick, INVINCIBLE, starring Mark Wahlberg.
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But I think you should hear from Mr. Isham directly:
Hi guys,
Mark Isham here. In light of the holidays, and not to mention the exciting football season, I’ve decided to give away another suite made especially for fans. This time the suite is from the popular film “Invincible”, the true story of Vince Papali and the Philadelphia Eagles, starring Mark Wahlberg. I have received many requests for this score in the past, as it has never been made commercially available.
This type of direct connection with fans has been so rewarding! Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Kwanzaa, and Happy Holidays! My gift to you guys, the “Invincible” Suite!
All the best,
Mark Isham
from Mr. Isham’s site.
Thank you, Mr. Isham, for this tasty Christmas treat!
Never saw this film but Mark Isham’s graceful and inspiring suite is sure special. A lovely gift perfect for this or really any time of year.
I agree totally, Charles. It’s a very special gift for us fans. Very cool of Isham.
Thank you for sharing your God given talent …. I’ve always wanted this suite…. Best Regards, Woody
I wish more composers would offer unreleased music like this or possibly even sell the mp3′s on their websites. So many great intrumental scores or pieces are not available on cd. This is a great piece….
I wish they did too, Jeff. Unfortunately, most of the time the studio owns the music and getting it licensed for release is challenging to say the least.
Thank you Mark!