Soundtrack / Score · 2017

Battle of the Sexes

A propulsive blend of 1970s-inspired orchestral arrangements and intimate piano. Captures the rhythmic tension and historical weight of a legendary athletic showdown.

September 22, 2017 · Music On Vinyl

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Nicholas Britell delivers a masterclass in thematic storytelling, blending the sophisticated textures of contemporary classical music with the rhythmic grit of 1970s rock and pop. The score feels both grand and deeply personal, oscillating between the public spectacle of a world-renowned tennis match and the private, vulnerable journey of Billie Jean King. It is a work defined by its momentum, using staccato strings and driving percussion to mimic the physical and mental endurance of elite athletes.

Moments Worth Listening For

The way the piano motif in the title track mirrors the rhythmic back-and-forth of a tennis rally.

The sudden swell of triumphant brass and strings as the final match reaches its cinematic climax.

The melancholic, solitary cello line that underscores the protagonist's quiet moments of internal conflict.

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