Think “Pink!” Once again, it’s the anniversary of Henry Mancini’s birth.

Like any great film composer, Mancini always knew just how to set the tone – as demonstrated at the links below.

Musical hook for grappling hook

Perambulating with pachyderms

Sunday night by flashlight

Early morning elegance

Gunning for Blake Edwards

“CBS Sunday Morning” salute (featuring John Williams)

Mancini medley led by the Master

Gone, but not forgotten. Thanks, Hank. You helped make it a great age.