Title: Pat Metheny Group – The Falcon and the Snowman (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Year/Genre: 1985, Soundtrack 
Matrix #: SV-17150
Condition: Like New!

Cultural Facts:

1. The soundtrack was composed by Pat Metheny and his longtime collaborator Lyle Mays for the film of the same name; it was recorded in September 1984 and released Feb. 22, 1985. 

2. The track “This Is Not America” features David Bowie on vocals and reached UK #14 / US #32. 

3. The LP features contributions from the National Philharmonic Orchestra and the Ambrosian Choir on tracks such as “Psalm 121/Flight of the Falcon” and “The Level of Deception.” 

4. Although Metheny is primarily jazz‐fusion, this soundtrack marks a shift into film scoring and pop collaboration, paralleling the crossover work of artists like Weather Report or Herbie Hancock when they engaged cinematic or mainstream projects.

Price Suggestions:
NM: $25–$35
VG+: $15–$22
VG: $10–$14
G: $5–$8

edited 10/24/25sc