The Music of Cosmos (LP, Gatefold, OST) RCA ABL1-4003 1981 VG+ OST Soundtrack

Released in 1981, this gatefold album pulls together the most memorable cues from Cosmos: A Personal Voyage, the pioneering PBS science series hosted by Carl Sagan. Selections range from Vangelis’ soaring “Heaven and Hell” to Shostakovich’s dramatic Symphony No. 11 excerpts, interwoven with Synergy’s analog electronics and Pachelbel’s baroque warmth. The result is a lush mix of classical, ambient and early electronic tracks that mirrors the show’s sweep from primordial seas to distant galaxies. Fans of space-age pop, crate-digging soundtrack collectors, or anyone who grew up fascinated by Sagan’s cosmic calendar will appreciate both the audio journey and the striking star-field gatefold artwork. Item Breakdown: - Artists / Composers: Various – Vangelis, Bach, Shostakovich, Synergy, Roy Buchanan, Tomita etc. - Album Title: The Music of Cosmos: Selections from the Score of the PBS TV Series - Label: RCA Victor (black “Nipper” label) - Catalog #: ABL1-4003 (US 1st press) - Country: United States (Made in USA text on rear) - Release Year: 1981 - Format: 12″ LP, Stereo, 33 RPM, Gatefold sleeve - Genre / Style: Classical, Electronic, Ambient, TV Soundtrack - Run-out / Matrix (visible): ABLI-4003-A / ABLI-4003-B - Sleeve Condition: VG (mild edge wear, no splits; vivid front art) - Vinyl Condition: VG+ (high gloss with a few light hairlines; play-tested clean). - Extras: Original plain inner sleeve; no inserts.