In my opinion this is a “classic” soundtrack, very impressive and full of musical ideas. I like it, even it is more electronic music than handmade.
But this is a masterpiece of Vangelis!

“I first heard this music while watching a demonstration of Luzitania horses in Portugal this spring. The horses really seemed to be “into” the music and performed wonderfully. I too, loved the music and searched for it high and low. No one had it in stock and finally found it at Amazon. Now when I listen to this soundtrack I have vivid recollections of the beautiful horses in Portugal. All of my friends also enjoy the music. This sound track is highly recommended.”

“I am really picky when it comes to soundtracks. Vangelis is one example of me being really fussy. I*m am not a real big fan of his work (‘Chariots of fire’ to be example - it stole the academy award of John Williams for ‘Indiana Jones’) however I do not disregard his work.
I first perked an interest into his work when watching ‘Alexander’. I later found my way to ‘1492 -Conquest of paradise’. I made my choice based on reviews that held high praise of this work, which I agree.
I can not notice that ‘1492’ and ‘Alexander’ sound so similar despite being different pieces of work (one being less synthetic than the other).
The 2nd track is the highlight. If you closely listen it sounds very similar to track 12 or 13 of alexander (across the mountains). Same tune for the voices but it is more varied in Alexander.
Track 3 monastry of rabida is another excellent piece, I personally think it sounds similar to a Cirque du Soleil soundtrack when it reaches the end.
The use of the choir is of high standard (except track 5, light and dark, tracks 9 and 10).
The use of synthesisers may annoy some people but track 8 (eternity - will make you think otherwise, once you pass the annoying start)
I also am not a real fan of *new age* music, but Vangelis makes it an exceptional listen. Highly recommended for those who want a powerful listening experience.” (amazon)



Tracklist
1. Opening
2. Conquest Of Paradise
3. Monastery Of La Rabida
4. City Of Isabel
5. Light And Shadow
6. Deliverance
7. West Across The Ocean Sea
8. Eternity
9. Hispanola
10. Moxica And The Horse
11. Twenty Eighth Parallel
12. Pinta, Nina, Santa Maria (Into Eternity)
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part one
part two
part three
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This is in summary a really fine soundtrack, not only because of the ever and ever played “Conquest of Paradise”!
Listen and enjoy!

Because of uploading problems I have to split it into 3 parts. I hope this is no problem for you.

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