Stealing Home: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

"When She Danced With Me, Our Hearts Were Free..."

This review refers to "Stealing Home: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" CD(Atlantic Recording)..

Okay, so the first thing you want to know is why did I go 4 stars for this beautiful album that has a 5 star selection and performances? Only because it is too short! 32 minutes is not nearly long enough. Even if they would have added more of the score of the "Stealing Home" theme music I would still have been happily swaying to the music. The CD at this time, costs more then the DVD, shouldn't we get a little more time with it.(Especially since music is easily obtained these days from other sources.)

Now that I've got that off my chest I want to say..I LOVE the music from "Stealing Home"; a film about life(and baseball) that once seen, will always stay with you. The selection is a mix of nostalgic numbers that set the mood for the era of the young Bill, Katie and Alan Applebee,some moving instrumentals of the theme music by David Foster, and of course the one that makes it worth the price of admission alone;"And When She Danced" , the gorgeous love theme.

Bookended by instrumentals it opens and closes with the "Stealing Home" Theme and "Katie's Theme" Both written and Performed by Foster exquisitely.Go back in time, to a time of innocence with "Sherry",'Sherry Bay yay Bee'(sorry I couldn't resist singing out loud!),by the Four Seasons, "Poison Ivy" by The Nylons, "Great Balls Of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis",and "Bo Diddley" by Bo Diddley(of course).Those will definitely have you moving and singing along. The Everly Brothers' "All I Have To Do Is Dream", is as wonderful as it always was, and is a treat to hear anytime! "And When She Danced" written by Foster and performed as a lovely duet by Foster and Marilyn Martin,and the "Home Movies" track, may actually evoke a lump in your throat if you have seen the film. There are 11 tracks in all.(the buying info has a complete list, but list some of the artists on the wrong songs)

This is an album that stands on it's own as some great stuff even if you haven't seen the film. But if you have seen it, you better have the film on hand. If you listen to this album you will want to view the film again!

So even though it is too short, I would still recommend it. The music is so good, it's one that stands up to many repeat playings.

"Go back in time, to a place in your mind, to the one who knew, a part of you, that you just couldn't find..."
Enjoy....Laurie
June 8, 2006

A Timeless Treasure

David Foster showcases his true mark of excellence with this soundtrack. Wonderfully crafted, romantic songs like "And When She Danced" duet with Marilyn Martin and "Katie's Theme," encapsulate the characters and the tragic love story of the film. The disc also sports classic tunes from Bo Diddley, The Nylons, and Jerry Lewis. This is one soundtrack that should not be missed. February 10, 2006

Great music...

While I enjoyed the movie, the music just brought it all together. The song, "When She Danced," brings back the scene on the beach of newly found love and just how special it can be. I loved this soundtrack. November 19, 2005

My All-Time Favorite

"Stealing Home" is the movie that has a special place in my heart. And it is still my all-time favorite.

The song "And When She Dance" is the reason I got an iPOD, so I could listen to it while watching the sunset on a boardwalk, thinking of my own Katie... August 11, 2005

Pure David Foster

If you like David's compositions, this cd is a must have.
Wonderful pieces and a great sound, plus "ac" songs of all times. March 18, 2003

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