Northern Exposure

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Label: MCA Records
Release Year: 1992
Barcode: 008811068523
Country: Germany
Product Type: CD (Pre-owned)
Score or Soundtrack: Soundtrack
Genre: Classical, Blues Rock, Soul, Disco, Rhythm and Blues

Northern Exposure was a critically acclaimed television series that aired from 1990 to 1995, blending comedy and drama in a quirky, offbeat way. The show followed Dr. Joel Fleischman, a New York physician reluctantly assigned to practice in the small, eccentric town of Cicely, Alaska. Over its six-season run, Northern Exposure explored themes of community, culture clash, and self-discovery, featuring a diverse cast of characters, including free-spirited pilot Maggie O’Connell, philosophical ex-con DJ Chris Stevens, and wise Native elders. Its mix of surrealism, humor, and heartfelt storytelling earned it a devoted fan base and multiple Emmy Awards.

The Northern Exposure soundtrack was an integral part of the show’s unique charm, blending an eclectic mix of folk, rock, jazz, and classical music. The show frequently featured classic tracks from artists like Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, and Van Morrison, contributing to its rich atmosphere and emotional depth. Composer David Schwartz provided the series’ memorable theme music, a lighthearted and whimsical instrumental piece that perfectly captured the show’s offbeat spirit. The soundtrack became highly regarded for its ability to enhance the narrative and reflect the quirky, reflective tone of life in Cicely.

Track Listing

Theme From Northern Exposure
David Schwartz

Jolie Louise
Daniel Lanois

Hip Hug-Her
Booker T & The MG's

At Last
Etta James

Everybody Be Yourself
Chic Street Man

Alaskan Nights
David Schwartz

Don Quichotte
Magazine 60

When I Grow Too Old To Dream
Nat "King" Cole And His Trio With Stuff Smith

Emabhaceni
Miriam Makeba

Gimme Three Steps
Lynyrd Skynyrd

Baïlèro From Chansons D'Auvergne
Frederica von Stade With The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra