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Braveheart

James Horner · 1995

77 min · 18 tracks · film score

Epic orchestral swells entwined with haunting melodies evoke the heroic struggles of a Scottish legend.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic swells for grand moments
  • narrative arc that unfolds
  • haunting melodies evoke emotion
  • immersive listening for reflection
  • for cinematic experiences

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • avoid long, orchestral pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Braveheart' was released in 1995, James Horner was already an established composer known for his work on films like 'Titanic' and 'Aliens'. This soundtrack marked a significant moment in his career as it solidified his reputation for crafting emotionally resonant scores that could enhance cinematic storytelling. The film's success helped further elevate Horner's profile as a leading figure in film composition.
Stylistic neighbors
John Williams· Hans Zimmer· Howard Shore

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Main Title 2:51
  • 2 A Gift of a Thistle 1:38
  • 3 Wallace Courts Murron 4:25
  • 4 The Secret Wedding 6:33
  • 5 Attack on Murron 3:00
  • 6 Revenge 6:24
  • 7 Murron’s Burial 2:14
  • 8 Making Plans / Gathering the Clans 1:52
  • 9 “Sons of Scotland” 6:20
  • 10 The Battle of Stirling 5:57
  • 11 For the Love of a Princess 4:07
  • 12 Falkirk 4:04
  • 13 Betrayal & Desolation 7:48
  • 14 Mornay’s Dream 1:16
  • 15 The Legend Spreads 1:09
  • 16 The Princess Pleads for Wallace’s Life 3:38
  • 17 “Freedom” / The Execution / Bannockburn 7:24
  • 18 End Credits 7:15

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