Ben Hur (album)

Ben Hur typically refers to a soundtrack album associated with the 1959 epic historical drama film Ben-Hur, directed by William Wyler. More specifically, it usually refers to the musical score composed and conducted by Miklós Rózsa.

Several different albums featuring music from and inspired by the film have been released over the years. These may include:

• The Original Soundtrack Album: This album features selections from Rózsa's score as it appeared in the film. Historically, original soundtrack albums were often re-recordings rather than direct excerpts from the film.

• Re-recorded Scores: Numerous re-recordings of the complete or partial score have been released, often performed by different orchestras and conductors. These offer improved audio fidelity compared to the original soundtrack release.

• Concept Albums: Albums that incorporate themes or melodies from the Ben-Hur score but may feature arrangements or variations not present in the film itself.

The Miklós Rózsa score for Ben-Hur is widely regarded as a masterpiece of film music. It won the Academy Award for Best Music Scoring of a Dramatic or Comedy Picture in 1959. The album releases of this score have contributed significantly to the recognition and appreciation of Rózsa's work and film music in general. Information on specific releases (recording label, year of release, tracklist) varies.