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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