The instrumental theme from the film noir classic "The Third Man," this Anton Karas original became an unlikely chart-topper. It is a masterclass in minimalist, atmospheric sound design.
- The recording was made in a single evening at a small studio in Vienna.
- The song reached number 3 on the Billboard charts in 1950.
- The film's director, Carol Reed, specifically requested Karas for the soundtrack after hearing him play in a Viennese café.
Anton Karas was a zither player and composer from Vienna, Austria. He is best known for his performance on "The Third Man Theme."
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