On the centennial of the film music composer Henry Mancini’s birth, the Orquesta Filarmónica de Málaga offers the best selection of his works, with the most famous pieces as well as other orchestrations in a world premiere recording. It’s not far-fetched to consider the extent to which the ideal of a soundtrack encompasses a significant portion of the finest orchestral compositions of the past century - a domain where it’s difficult not to spotlight Henry Mancini. If we were to identify the artist who most effectively distilled the perfect synergy between music and cinema, it would be fair to attribute such distinction to the American maestro. The Orquesta Filarmónica de Málaga, led by Maestro José María Moreno and with José Carra as a crucial collaborator in arranging a notable selection of the repertoire, celebrates Mancini’s centennial through this recording. It’s not just a customary tribute; rather, it’s based on the premise that these compositions persist in enriching and extending their impact over time. Though we may not always say the same for the films they were initially intended for. As befits a classic, Henry Mancini’s artistry evolves with each passing day.