GORGEOUS, LYRICAL, PERFECT - BUT MISSING EMMA'S SONG
P. Funk | Ocean View, NJ United States | 06/19/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the most beautiful film score ever. THe music so perfectly expresses the action of the movie you can visualize each scene. Rachel Portman is a genius! The only negative associated with this ravishing CD is the lack of the song Emma and Frank Churchill sing at the Cole's party. THis is a highlight of the film and should have been included."
Relaxing, but not boring
P. Funk | 12/02/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I ordered the CD after watching the movie because I liked the song that Emma sang at the piano. It wasn't on the CD and I didn't mind. I LOVE this CD. I especially pop it in if I'm concentrating on a hard project or need to relax a bit or am doing housework. It's really good for all the times! I'm ordering several for gifts. I've already given a few and everyone is overflowing with thanks. Not knowing music myself, I am so thankful for others who give us so much joy with theirs.Louise Mitchell"
Wonderful
Charlotte | New Zealand | 12/09/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love this CD. It's just the right mix of magic and mischief. For those of you looking for the song that Emma sang, it can be found on this CD: Jane's Hand - The Jane Austen Songbooks by Baird and Newman"
Butter-Yellow Mischief for your Tea and Scones
Emily Snyder | 02/28/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Although I've qualms with the movie's distributor, I cannot deny that the soundtrack for "Emma" is one of the most charming, delightful, mischievous, bright, skipping, tripping, happy CD's out there. From the windblown main theme, to the plucked strings of Emma's many schemes, to the Christmas carriage ride, to Regency Dance music (sans Sir Beveridge's Maggot - alas!), Ms. Portman has done an excellent job capturing the spirit of Jane Austen's classic novel. An excellent addition to anyone's musical library, a must for lovers of soundtracks - Austen ones in particular, and a great CD for both the office and the arbor."
Wonderful!
Charlotte | 12/21/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The music perfectly captures every nuance of the film, and portrays Emma's moods suprisingly well. The only thing lacking is the song that Emma and Frank Churchill sing at the party. Whoever decided not to include that was insane. Some other reviewer found the song, but it just isn't the same not sung by them. All in all, this would be, as on other person called it "a great job portraying a great American novel."Except that Jane Austen was British. ;-)"