A Fistful
of Dollars
Ennio Morricone’s cinematic theme, reimagined for solo trumpet and orchestra.
Morris Northcutt · Trumpet
Justo Morao · Arrangement, conducting & production
This is an archived campaign presentation.
From cinema
to concert hall.
Performed with an all-Venezuelan orchestra, this recording approaches Morricone’s theme as a concerto-style work for trumpet and orchestra. Justo Morao’s arrangement expands its dramatic character through orchestral textures, lyrical phrasing, and musical dialogue.
Released August 25, 2025 · MJR Worldwide
Submitted for 2025 consideration in Best Classical Instrumental Solo and Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella.
Selected credits
Trumpet & executive production: Morris Northcutt
Arrangement, conducting, production & engineering: Justo Morao
Mixing & mastering: Germán Landaeta
Engineering: Edgar Espinoza and Giovanni Scortino