Jackie Gleason – Original Music For "Gigot"

Jackie Gleason – Original Music For "Gigot"

Original Music For "Gigot" showcases the musical talents of entertainer Jackie Gleason, who composed and arranged this charming soundtrack for the 1962 film Gigot. Starring Jackie Gleason in the title role, the film tells the heartwarming story of a mute janitor living in Paris, accompanied by a score that beautifully captures the romance, humour, and emotion of the story.

Featuring a collection of elegant orchestral themes, Parisian-inspired melodies, waltzes, and light jazz arrangements, the soundtrack perfectly evokes the atmosphere of the French capital. Tracks such as 'Allo, 'Allo, 'Allo, Joie De Vivre, Colette, and Au Revoir blend cinematic storytelling with Gleason’s signature easy-listening style, creating a warm and nostalgic listening experience.

A wonderful addition for collectors of classic film soundtracks, vintage easy listening records, lounge music, and Jackie Gleason memorabilia, Original Music For "Gigot" remains a charming example of early 1960s film music and orchestral composition.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. 'Allo, 'Allo, 'Allo
2. Gigot
3. Joie De Vivre (Java)
4. The Investagotors
5. 'Allo, 'Allo, 'Allo (Java)
6. Joie De Vivre
7. Souvenir For A Child (Java)
8. Souris Valse

Side B

1. Un Jour (Java)
2. Mysterioso
3. Colette
4. The Carousel
5. Au Revoir
6. Terror
7. Un Jour
8. Cortege
9. The Chase