... components of the film Breakfast at Tiffany's is the extraordinary music composed by Henry Mancini. The film's theme song, "Moon River" (co-written with lyrisist Johnny Mercer), was an instant classic and the score went on to win two Acadamy Awards in 1961. Mancini opted for a jazz style of underscoring in the movie, which was a perfect fit for the 1961 movie ... feelings to the audience in a more meaningful fashion for audience appreciation. It played from the intense moments to the sad parts to the joyful emotions while being passionate with every note. ...

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