by Michael Nyman · Venture / Caroline · CD · EAN 0017046184427
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«The Draughtsman's Contract» is the soundtrack by Michael Nyman for Peter Greenaway's film, released in 1991 by Venture/Caroline on CD.
Soundtrack composed by Michael Nyman for the 1982 film of the same name directed by Peter Greenaway. Performed by The Michael Nyman Band, the music combines contemporary minimalism with baroque echoes based on themes by Henry Purcell; among its pieces, «Chasing Sheep Is Best Left to Shepherds» stands out.
1991 reissue with catalogue number CAROL 1844-2; the recording belongs to the Charisma Records catalogue.
An edition aimed at soundtrack collectors and fans of Peter Greenaway's cinema and Michael Nyman's music.
