Anton Karas 50 Jahre Kinopremiere - Der Dritte Mann - Soundtrack (CD)

(Turicaphon) 16 tracks

Anton Karas – 50 Jahre Kinopremiere „Der Dritte Mann“ is a CD commemorating the 50th anniversary of the cinema premiere of the famous film. At the centre of the release is the distinctive sound of Anton Karas and his zither, an instrument closely associated with the musical identity of „The Third Man“. The CD contains 16 tracks with a total playing time of around 59 minutes. The programme includes Wien Bleibt Wien / Geh' Mach Dein Fensterl Auf / In Erdberg gibt's a Gasserl, Herz Schmerz Polka, Kuckucks-Walzer, Zither Dither and Liebchen. The famous Harry Lime Theme from „The Third Man“ is also included. Other selections bring together traditional Viennese melodies in medleys, including Wien, Wien Nur Du Allein / Der Alte Stephansturm / Deutschmeister-Marsch. This release will appeal to collectors of zither music, Viennese entertainment music and classic film-related recordings, as well as listeners interested in the distinctive musical world created by Anton Karas.