Sherlock Holmes (Granada TV Series)

Label: Jay Records
Barcode: 5013929580640
Release Year: 2000
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (New)
Score or Soundtrack: Score 
Composer: Patrick Gowers

The Sherlock Holmes Granada TV series (1984–1994) is widely regarded as the most faithful screen adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories. Starring Jeremy Brett as Holmes, the series captured the Victorian atmosphere with meticulous attention to detail, from set design and costuming to the complex characterizations of Holmes and Watson (initially played by David Burke, later Edward Hardwicke). Spanning 41 episodes across seven years, the series adapted nearly every canonical Holmes story, cementing itself as a definitive portrayal that has influenced countless later interpretations.

The score, composed primarily by Patrick Gowers, is celebrated for its ability to embody both the intellect and intensity of Holmes while evoking the late-Victorian setting. Gowers’ main theme—driven by urgent strings and punctuated by brass—became instantly recognizable and set a dramatic yet elegant tone for the series. His use of period-appropriate instrumentation blended with contemporary scoring techniques provided a sense of authenticity while heightening suspense, mystery, and the emotional resonance of each episode. The music remains a defining feature of the Granada series, as iconic as Brett’s performance.

Track Listing

221B Baker Street: Opening Theme – 0:47
Patrick Gowers

Elsie Cubitt – 3:54
Patrick Gowers

Libera Me – 4:13
Patrick Gowers

North By Ten And By Ten – 2:44
Patrick Gowers

Old Sherman's Dog Toby – 1:23
Patrick Gowers

Sutton's Nightmare – 3:34
Patrick Gowers

River Chase – 5:51
Patrick Gowers

The Death Of Sherlock Holmes – 5:23
Patrick Gowers

Irene Adler – 4:46
Patrick Gowers

Holmes In Europe – 1:24
Patrick Gowers

John Hector McFarlane And His Mother – 1:59
Patrick Gowers

Setting Out – 2:07
Patrick Gowers

Lucretia Venucci And Her Family – 3:43
Patrick Gowers

Mr. Henry Baker's Christmas – 2:10
Patrick Gowers

The Illustrious Lord Bellinger – 2:12
Patrick Gowers

On The Trail – 1:19
Patrick Gowers

Neville St. Clair's Nostalgia – 2:13
Patrick Gowers

The Bar Of Gold, Upper Swandam Lane – 4:06
Patrick Gowers

Baker Street Reunion – 1:48
Patrick Gowers

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