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Alan Menken's Lincoln Soundtrack (1992)

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The composer Alan Menken — best known for his lush scores in animated Disney classics — surprised many with Lincoln soudtrack (1992), a documentary / dramatized documentary about Abraham Lincoln which draws heavily on Americana, oration, and historical gravitas. In this score, Menken departs from his usual song-driven style to embrace orchestral restraint, thematic subtlety, and a deep respect for Lincoln’s legacy. This 1992 Alan Menken soundtrack (originally made for the TV documentary Lincoln) runs about 45 minutes and is filled with evocative motifs: Lincoln the Unknown, The Gettysburg Address, Commander-in-Chief, among others. It interweaves original instrumental cues with traditional period pieces (bugle calls, hymns, funeral marches), giving texture to both the public speeches and the quieter moments of Lincoln’s life. Key tracks like Hardin County – Opening, Foreboding Crisis, Inauguration, and Home to Springfield showcase how Menken uses strings, brass, and subtle rhythmic movement to build tension and intimacy — reflecting the weight of leadership, responsibility, and moral conflict. The soundtrack does more than underscore history: it shapes emotion, blending solemnity with moments of hope. f If you enjoy suites that tell stories through music, this one captures both Lincoln the legend and Lincoln the man — in tones both grand and personal.
  1. 01. Hardin County Opening - Alan Menken's Lincoln Soundtrack (1992)
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  2. 02. The Election Of 1860 - Alan Menken's Lincoln Soundtrack (1992)
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  3. Lincoln Soundtrack / 03 Lincoln The Unknown - Alan Menken - 1992
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  4. 06 Beard Appears - Lincoln Soundtrack 1992
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  5. Lincoln Soundtrack 07 Trip To Washington (Alan Menken 1992)
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