The Durrells

Label: ABKCO Music and Records
Release Year: 2019
Barcode: 018771857327
Country: Europe
Product Type: CD (New)
Score or Soundtrack: Score
Composer: Ruth Barrett and Jon Wigeons

The Durrells (2016–2019) is a British comedy-drama TV series based on Gerald Durrell’s autobiographical Corfu Trilogy. Set in the 1930s, it follows widow Louisa Durrell (Keeley Hawes) who, struggling to make ends meet in England, moves with her four children to the Greek island of Corfu. Their new life brings chaos, comedy, and heartwarming moments as each family member adjusts in their own eccentric way, while the island’s beauty and local characters add charm and colour. The series is praised for its wit, warmth, and stunning Mediterranean backdrop.

The score, composed by Ruth Barrett, is light, lyrical, and full of Mediterranean flavour. Blending playful strings, woodwinds, and folk-inspired themes, Barrett captures both the humour of the family’s antics and the idyllic atmosphere of Corfu. The music often dances between whimsical and heartfelt, providing a gentle emotional backbone to the storytelling. Its sun-soaked melodies and warm textures perfectly complement the series’ balance of comedy, romance, and family drama, enhancing its nostalgic yet life-affirming tone.

Track Listing

The Durrells
Ruth Barrett

How to Be Greek
Ruth Barrett

Going to Be ... Wonderful
Ruth Barrett

Bad Timing
Ruth Barrett

Swimming
Ruth Barrett

Gerry and the Animals
Ruth Barrett

Jealous Wife
Ruth Barrett

Firemen
Ruth Barrett

Margo Swims
Ruth Barrett

Louisa and Spiro
Ruth Barrett

Birds & Bees
Ruth Barrett

Birdwatching
Ruth Barrett

Beautiful Italians
Ruth Barrett

Today’s the Day
Ruth Barrett

Louisa and Sven
Ruth Barrett

Fire Breathing
Ruth Barrett

Pera Stous Pera Kampous
Ruth Barrett

Leslie Man of Action
Ruth Barrett

Louisa Breaks Down
Ruth Barrett

Searching for Vangelatos
Ruth Barrett

Aspro Harti E Zoi (End Titles Theme)
Ruth Barrett

Thymomenos Mou Irthes Apopse
Ruth Barrett

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