Fumio Hayasaka - Seven Samurai Music and Dialog From The Motion Picture Soundtrack

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Review by Lisa Vandiver

Rediscovering the Magic of "Seven Samurai": Fumio Hayasaka’s Underrated Soundtrack When you think of iconic samurai films, Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai often tops the list. But let’s talk about something that doesn’t get enough love—the soundtrack. Released in 1985 by Starchild Records, Seven Samurai Music and Dialog From The Motion Picture Soundtrack is a gem from Japan’s golden age of cinema music. Composed by Fumio Hayasaka, this album isn’t just background noise; it’s an emotional backbone to one of history’s greatest films. Hayasaka’s work blends traditional Japanese sounds with orchestral drama, making it timeless. It’s not flashy or overproduced—just raw, evocative music that pulls at your soul. If you’re into soundtracks that feel like they have stories of their own, this one’s worth diving into. Let me zoom in on two tracks that stuck with me: Part 3 and Part 7. Now, Part 3 feels like stepping into a stormy village where tension hangs thick in the air. The strings are sharp but never overwhelming, giving off this sense of urgency without saying a word. You can almost picture the villagers preparing for battle—it’s cinematic gold. And then there’s Part 7, which flips the vibe entirely. This track has these haunting woodwind melodies that remind me of quiet moments before chaos erupts. It’s reflective yet heavy, kinda like catching your breath during a long fight scene. These tracks aren’t just music—they’re characters in their own right. One thing I noticed? The album repeats some parts (like Part 3 and Part 8 showing up more than once), but instead of feeling redundant, it adds layers. Like revisiting a familiar theme in a movie—you notice new details each time. Maybe that was intentional, or maybe it’s just how things were done back then. Either way, it works. What really struck me while listening was how much emotion Hayasaka packed into every note. There’s no need for lyrics here because the instruments do all the talking. It’s rare to find a soundtrack so tied to its visuals yet capable of standing alone as its own piece of art. So yeah, if you’re hunting for something different—a trip back in time through music—grab this record. It’s a reminder of how powerful simplicity can be. Oh, and fun fact? Listening to this made me realize why John Williams probably took notes from composers like Hayasaka. Coincidence? I doubt it. Final thought: Great albums don’t shout for attention—they whisper and stay with you forever. This one whispers pretty loud.

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Artist: Fumio Hayasaka
Album: Seven Samurai Music and Dialog From The Motion Picture Soundtrack

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Part 8 2:11
Part 32:29
Part 82:19
Part 51:21
Part 65:15
Part 12:04
Part 75:46
Part 44:03
Part 21:44
Part 3 1:19
Part 2 2:09

Catalog Numbers

K25G-7270

Labels

Starchild Records

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Formats

Vinyl

Notes

  • Monaural
  • 33 RPM

About Fumio Hayasaka

Fumio Hayasaka (19141955) was a Japanese classical and film composer. In 1933, he organized the New Music League with . Hayasaka received a number of prizes for his chamber works, such as Kodai no bukyoku (won the Weingartner Prize in 1938). Other early compositions included Nocturne (1936) for piano and the orchestral Ancient Dance (1938). In 1939, Hayasaka moved to Tokyo to begin career as film composer. He soon became one of the major figures in Japanese cinematographic music and scored many films.

Real Name

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Name Vars

  • F. Hayasaka
  • Fumio Hayazaka
  • Hayasaka-Humiwo
  • Humiwo Hayasaka
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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Seven Samurai Music and Dialog From The Motion Picture Soundtrack* by Fumio Hayasaka is a hidden gem. It came out in 1985, but the music itself is timeless. Fun fact—this soundtrack includes bits of dialogue from the iconic film. Tracks like "Part 3" and "Part 7" aren’t just random titles; they reflect sections of the movie. Imagine listening to it and hearing both the drama and the music come alive. It’s like reliving the classic Japanese epic through sound.