Beowulf
Alan Silvestri · 2007
46 min · 17 tracks · blues · jazz
Epic orchestral swells intertwine with haunting motifs, capturing the mythic essence of heroism and adventure.
Why this album works
The 'Beowulf' soundtrack received critical acclaim for its innovative use of music in enhancing the film's narrative. It further solidified Silvestri's reputation as a leading composer in Hollywood, contributing significantly to the film's emotional depth and atmosphere. The score's unique blend of orchestral and electronic elements has influenced subsequent soundtracks in the fantasy genre.
- Best for
- dynamic narrative journey experience epic orchestral swells throughout haunting motifs evoke heroism
- Context
- When Alan Silvestri released 'Beowulf' in 2007, he was already a well-established composer known for his work on films like 'Forrest Gump' and 'Back to the Future'. This soundtrack marked a continuation of his collaboration with director Robert Zemeckis, showcasing his ability to blend traditional orchestration with cutting-edge digital technology in film scoring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Frank Zappa· Bette Midler· Chicago· George Duke· Weather Report· Thurston Moore· The Roots
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beowulf Main Title Standout 0:54
- 2 First Grendel Attack 1:50
- 3 Gently as She Goes 1:36
- 4 What We Need Is a Hero Standout 1:40
- 5 I’m Here to Kill Your Monster 1:47
- 6 I Did Not Win the Race 2:16
- 7 A Hero Comes Home 1:08
- 8 Second Grendel Attack 4:02
- 9 I Am Beowulf 4:32
- 10 The Seduction 4:03
- 11 King Beowulf 1:44
- 12 He Has a Story to Tell 2:42
- 13 Full of Fine Promises 1:11
- 14 Beowulf Slays the Beast Standout 6:01
- 15 He Was the Best of Us 5:23
- 16 The Final Seduction 2:25
- 17 A Hero Comes Home (end credit version) 3:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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