Living in the Age of Airplanes – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
James Horner · 2016
49 min · 18 tracks · film score
A sweeping orchestral exploration capturing the majesty and wonder of flight through evocative melodies and rich textures.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only as a poignant farewell from Horner but also for its unique thematic focus on aviation's impact on civilization. It was well-received by critics and showcased Horner's signature style, contributing to the cultural conversation around technology and progress in transportation, particularly in documentary film scores.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions thematic exploration of wonder
- Context
- Released in 2016, 'Living in the Age of Airplanes' was one of James Horner's final projects before his untimely passing later that year. As a prolific composer known for his work on films such as 'Titanic' and 'Avatar', this soundtrack showcased his ability to blend storytelling with orchestral composition, reflecting on humanity's relationship with aviation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Corigliano· Vangelis· Randy Edelman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening Sequence 2:01
- 2 The World Before the Airplane 2:23
- 3 200,000-Year Timeline 2:31
- 4 History of Transportation 2:52
- 5 Nearly Perfected 3:11
- 6 Portal to the Planet 1:20
- 7 Migration Vacation Standout 3:00
- 8 Ancient Civilizations 2:48
- 9 Maldives 2:55
- 10 Antarctica Standout 3:25
- 11 Flowers 3:01
- 12 Exponential Progress 4:21
- 13 Perspective 2:58
- 14 The Golden Age Is Now Standout 3:09
- 15 Home 2:03
- 16 End Credits 1:25
- 17 The Golden Age Is Now (remix) 3:06
- 18 End Credits (remix) 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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