Piero Piccioni - L’Imprevisto

Discover the evocative brilliance of Piero Piccioni’s "La Giornata Balorda", a stunning soundtrack composed for the 1960 Italian drama directed by Mauro Bolognini. Piccioni masterfully blends orchestral elegance with subtle jazz influences to create a score that beautifully mirrors the film’s emotional depth and social commentary.

The film "La Giornata Balorda" (From a Roman Balcony) explores the lives of working-class individuals in post-war Rome, delving into themes of love, hardship, and fleeting happiness. Piccioni’s score enhances the narrative with its poignant waltzes, lush string arrangements, and delicate melodies that evoke both the charm and struggles of everyday life. Tracks like "Jean’s Theme - Tema lungo" and "La giornata balorda - Valzer" capture the film's bittersweet tone, while pieces such as "T’aspetterò da me - Take 1" add a layer of romantic longing to the story.

Tracklist

1. Jean’s Theme - Tema lungo (2:09)

2. T’aspetterò da me - Take 1 (2:50)

3. La giornata balorda - Valzer (1:58)

4. Serenata de Paradiso - Valzer (1:43)

5. Jean’s Theme - Extended (2:40)

6. La giornata balorda - Ante titoli (2:02)

7. T’aspetterò - Scena spiaggia (0:36)