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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban – Music From And Inspired By The Motion Picture

John Williams · 2004

68 min · 21 tracks · contemporary classical music

A sweeping orchestral narrative that blends whimsical motifs with poignant themes, evoking the magic and adventure of Hogwarts.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical motifs for daydreaming
  • dynamic thematic exploration
  • wave-like pacing for reflection
  • magical ambiance for storytelling
  • immersive orchestral adventures

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2004, John Williams was an established composer known for his iconic film scores. 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' marked his third collaboration in the Harry Potter franchise, following the success of 'Philosopher's Stone' and 'Chamber of Secrets'. This album showcases Williams' evolving ability to capture complex emotions and character arcs through orchestral composition.
Stylistic neighbors
Ennio Morricone· Howard Shore· James Horner

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lumos! (Hedwig’s Theme) 1:38
  • 2 Aunt Marge’s Waltz 2:15
  • 3 The Knight Bus 2:52
  • 4 Apparition on the Train 2:15
  • 5 Double Trouble 1:37
  • 6 Buckbeak’s Flight 2:08
  • 7 A Window to the Past 3:54
  • 8 The Whomping Willow / The Snowball Fight 2:22
  • 9 Secrets of the Castle 2:32
  • 10 The Portrait Gallery 2:05
  • 11 Hagrid the Professor 1:59
  • 12 Monster Books / Boggarts! 2:26
  • 13 Quidditch, Third Year 3:47
  • 14 Lupin’s Transformation and Chasing Scabbers 3:01
  • 15 The Patronus Light 1:12
  • 16 The Werewolf Scene 4:25
  • 17 Saving Buckbeak 6:39
  • 18 Forward to Time Past 2:33
  • 19 The Dementors Converge 3:12
  • 20 Finale 3:24
  • 21 Mischief Managed! 12:10

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