The Pink Panther 【Edge Quick】

Henry Mancini composed a sultry, jazzy theme: the instantly recognizable "The Pink Panther Theme." It was a departure from standard orchestral movie scores. Using a tenor saxophone lead, finger snaps, and a walking bass line, Mancini created a sound that was simultaneously sophisticated (like a jewel thief) and clumsy (like Clouseau). The staccato notes mimic a cat stalking prey, while the slide notes mimic slipping on a banana peel.