Luis Bacalov - Il Vangelo Secondo Matteo (1996)

Luis Bacalov's Il Vangelo Secondo Matteo (1996) is the soundtrack for Pier Paolo Pasolini’s acclaimed film of the same name. The score blends orchestral arrangements with choral elements, creating a solemn and spiritual atmosphere that complements the film’s biblical narrative. Bacalov’s compositions use sweeping strings, haunting melodies, and dramatic crescendos to convey both the humanity and divinity of the story. The music reflects a deep understanding of sacred themes while maintaining cinematic tension, enhancing the emotional impact of key scenes. This soundtrack highlights Bacalov’s skill in combining classical composition with evocative film scoring.

Tracklist

1. Les Troubadours Du Roi Baudouin – Gloria From "Missa Luba" (02:40)
2. Odetta – Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child (Spiritual) (03:08)
3. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Signore Mio (From A Hebrew Song) (02:05)
4. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Tre Fronde Tre Fiori / Vieni Da Me (Jerusalem: Daytime) (05:54)
5. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Tre Fronde Tre Fiori (Jerusalem: Night Time) (05:16)
6. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Vieni Da Me / Tre Fronde Tre Fiori / Vieni Da Me (Dance Of Salome) (02:26)
7. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Indemoniati 1 (00:51)
8. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Indemoniati 2 (02:22)
9. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Indemoniati 3 (01:29)
10. Luis Enrique Bacalov – Getsemani (01:09)
11. Sergei Prokofiev – The 13th Century From "Alexander Nevsky" Film Score (01:29)
12. Johann Sebastian Bach – Adagio From The "Concerto In C Minor" BWV 1060 Double Concerto For Oboe & Violin (05:09)
13. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Maurerische Trauermusik KV 477 (06:31)
14. Johann Sebastian Bach – Dona Nobis Pacem From "Agnus Dei" From "Mass In B Minor" BWV 232 (03:00)
15. Johann Sebastian Bach – Adagio From The "Concerto In E For Violin" BWV 1042 (07:32)
16. Johann Sebastian Bach – Erbarme Dich, Aria From "St. Matthew Passion" BWV 244 (06:41)
17. Johann Sebastian Bach – Wir Setzen Uns Mit Tranen Nieder From "St. Matthew Passion" BWV 244 (06:50)
18. Les Troubadours Du Roi Baudouin – Gloria From "Missa Luba" (02:40)