KARAS, Anton Der dritte Mann

Anton Karas – “Harry Lime Theme” presents the distinctive zither sound that made the Austrian musician internationally famous through his music for the classic film “The Third Man”. The title “Harry Lime Theme” is closely associated with the atmosphere of the movie and became one of the best-known pieces of zither music. Instead of relying on a conventional orchestral soundtrack, the music is shaped by the unusual and highly recognizable sound of the zither, creating a distinctive musical identity. This CD edition was released in 1997 by Elite Special and contains one disc. The edition is identified by EAN 4013495733823. It is particularly appealing to collectors and listeners interested in classic film music, Austrian musical culture and unusual instrumental recordings. Anton Karas’ music has remained strongly connected with the visual and atmospheric world of “The Third Man”, making this release an interesting choice for anyone fascinated by classic cinema and memorable film scores.