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Dances with Wolves

John Barry · 1990

53 min · 18 tracks · film score

A sweeping orchestral score that captures the vastness of the American West through haunting melodies and rich textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sweeping soundscapes for reflection
  • dynamic emotional crescendos throughout
  • evocative themes for storytelling
  • immersive listening during quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
  • seek lyrics and vocal performances

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1990, John Barry was already an established composer, known for his work on James Bond films. 'Dances with Wolves' marked a significant point in his career as it showcased his ability to create emotionally resonant music for epic narratives, following his Academy Award win for 'Out of Africa' in 1986.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Main Title - Looks Like a Suicide 3:59
  • 2 The John Dunbar Theme 2:17
  • 3 Journey to Fort Sedgewick 3:25
  • 4 Ride to Fort Hays 2:00
  • 5 The Death of Timmons 2:25
  • 6 Two Socks - The Wolf Theme 1:30
  • 7 Pawnee Attack 3:49
  • 8 Kicking Bird's Gift 2:10
  • 9 Journey to the Buffalo Killing Ground 3:42
  • 10 The Buffalo Hunt 2:43
  • 11 Stands With a Fist Remembers 2:08
  • 12 The Love Theme 3:54
  • 13 The John Dunbar Theme 1:55
  • 14 Two Socks at Play 1:59
  • 15 The Death of Cisco 2:14
  • 16 Rescue of Dances With Wolves 2:09
  • 17 The Loss of the Journal and the Return to Winter Camp 2:09
  • 18 Farewell and End Title 8:48

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