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[...] aspects, though this could be just due to me wanting to hear more of the stuff Sahashi provides in Gunslinger Girl’s OST rather than any real lack of attention to this area in particular. Gunslinger Girl is a drama after [...]

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[...] the music… Gunslinger Girl’s soundtrack was an utterly beautiful piece of work that I would not hesitate in putting in a top 10 soundtracks [...]

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:11:32 +0000

@Despera
Oh man, you’re giving me nightmares of that first episode. I’m about as shocked as you were since the quality of the work nosedived without Madhouse behind the artwork and animation. And also, I’m inclined to say that the use of techno in the first episode irked me since it ruined the elegant European setting that Sahashi established so well.

Best of luck in pursuing the series, though if I were you, I’d read the manga if you can find it.

By: Despera

Despera — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 07:22:01 +0000

Good review of a great soundtrack. What stood out for me was mainly the Tema tracks (especially Tema I and IV), Chiesa and Ti Amo…

I just got my hands on the 2nd season. I remember back when it first aired I was so hyped, but the moment I watched the first scene of Il Teatrino I was shocked! Never have I seen a series drop in quality so much in my whole life!! I’m finally giving it a chance though since so many people say it has a better story than the first one. Hopefully It’s not the mediocrity I’ve been picturing in my head.

The music was half the experience in the first GSG to me, and the art style matched the subtle pace and melancholic tone perfectly. Thanks again for this review.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:54:52 +0000

@Yu
You’re the second person over the timespan of 24 hours to toss down Simoun as a solid recommendation for music. That soundtrack certainly hasn’t gotten a whole lot of press and I suppose I should rectify that sometime soon once I listen to it to see what’s up with all the praise that people are giving over it. Thanks1

By: Yu

Yu — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:10:30 +0000

Sahashi’s work is always amazing. He can pull of so many styles that it becomes impressive.

I’m surprised his other works havn’t been mentioned, though. Simoun, for instance, was one of his masterpieces, in my opinion.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 07:23:52 +0000

@lostty
Yeah, I know that the music in the first few scenes of the second season just didn’t work with me too well, and in my opinion, that ruined a lot of what made the first season work so well.

By: lostty

lostty — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:44:23 +0000

I love this soundtrack and I really think that Gunslinger Girl is one of those series that really relies on the music to set the mood for the characters.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:34:58 +0000

@Reltair
TEMA IV also happens to be my favorite theme out of them all, even moreso than TEMA I’s melancholy violin stuff because the former has that choir part you noted that feels like someone delivering their divine judgment unto those who dare interfere with their jobs. Or something like that ^^;;

By: Reltair

Reltair — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 06:20:49 +0000

Listening to these tracks remind me of GSG, so it figures that I like them. It definitely has the Italy feel to it, which is a place I would love to visit sometime.

TEMA IV is amazing. I love orchestra music along with voices (choir? forgot what they were called) coming in.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:07:22 +0000

@Glo
I’d place it on my top 5 list easily just because how much it’s managed to move me over the years. There’s a lot of good music out there, but few that I listen to as frequently. It’s practically become a staple whenever I drive anywhere.

Second season is a bit less enthralling, both music and plot-wise, but I’ll leave it to you to discover it and judge for yourself.

@mei
Yeah, top-notch soundtracks such as this are as rare as rain in the Sahara and the main themes really make it a wonderful listening experience.

@blur
You’re missing out if all you’re sticking to is the OP :p The orchestral melodies are quite excellent and I definitely recommend giving that a go. Also, watch the series if you haven’t done so already!

By: blur

blur — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:28:07 +0000

The Light Before We Land is an excellent song. Again one which has withstood long periods of filtering through my playlist. Xp

However, I didn’t check out the full OST when I finished the first series of Gunslinger.

Reading your review now, it’s about time I give the full OST another go. Lol.

By: mei

mei — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:16:47 +0000

ooooh, haha, finally another top-notch OST being acknowledged .
i really loved TEMA IV & Citta’, and the pain of having to wait quite a long while to finally get my hands on them.
thank you for the review, Jen

By: Glo

Glo — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:03:18 +0000

This is a brilliant soundtrack. Velocita was probably my favorite. I love the instruments.

I think it’s finally time to finish watching the second season (which I gave up on when I couldn’t find the episodes). I guess there’s another season coming out, or an OVA. I can’t remember where I heard that, nut I did hear it.

By: zzeroparticle

zzeroparticle — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 08:03:52 +0000

@Canne
It’s solid orchestrals through and through and I’ve gotten a lot of mileage listening to it since it sparks so many fond memories that I got from watching the show. I’ll let Jen give her take on the uniqueness of it, but to me, it stands out by virtue of being able to draw the listener into the setting and not many soundtracks can do that while presenting itself well as a standalone listen.

@Yi
Seriously. It’s one of my favorite soundtracks from one of my favorite shows and I think to this day, I can maybe name 1-2 other soundtracks that have been as enjoyable as this one.

Props to Jen for taking this OST on and doing an excellent job with it! /end GSG fanboy mode

By: Yi

Yi — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 10:47:10 +0000

I was actually kind of waiting for this review.
I always thought Gunslinger Girl had one of the most amazing and mood setting soundtrack ever. The use of orchestral classical style is so appropriate for the series, and Tema IV is especially fantastic.

By: Canne

Canne — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 10:34:12 +0000

That’s very beautiful soundtracks. I don’t have this one in my collection but after listening to the ones you post here, it gives me dream-like feeling. Personally, it reminds me of many other anime in action/fantasy genre. Is it me or the OST doesn’t sound especially unique? I’ll have to listen to the full album first, of course. Fantastic review, btw