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Oz the Great and Powerful – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Danny Elfman · 2013

66 min · 27 tracks · new wave · ska

A lush orchestral tapestry intertwines whimsical motifs with grand cinematic themes for a fantastical journey.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical motifs for imaginative minds
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • for cinematic storytelling
  • great for background during creativity
  • fantastical soundscapes for daydreaming

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
  • dislike orchestral soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Oz the Great and Powerful' was released in 2013, Danny Elfman was an established film composer known for his iconic scores. This soundtrack comes after his acclaimed work on films like 'Alice in Wonderland' (2010), showcasing his ability to create immersive soundscapes that complement visual storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Oingo Boingo· The B-52's· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Main Titles 2:57
  • 2 A Serious Talk 2:23
  • 3 Oz Revealed 1:58
  • 4 A Strange World 1:48
  • 5 Where Am I? / Schmooze-A-Witch 2:05
  • 6 Fireside Dance 1:19
  • 7 Meeting Finley 1:57
  • 8 The Emerald Palace 0:47
  • 9 Treasure Room / Monkey Business 2:56
  • 10 China Town 3:07
  • 11 A Con Job 1:47
  • 12 Glinda Revealed 1:43
  • 13 The Munchkin’s Welcome Song 0:41
  • 14 Bad Witch 4:32
  • 15 The Bubble Voyage 2:48
  • 16 Great Expectations / The Apple 4:58
  • 17 Meeting the Troops 1:18
  • 18 What Army? 0:29
  • 19 Theodora’s Entrance / A Puppet Waltz 1:51
  • 20 A Threat 2:07
  • 21 Bedtime / The Preparation Montage 7:00
  • 22 Call to Arms 2:13
  • 23 Destruction 2:38
  • 24 Oz the Great and Powerful 1:25
  • 25 Fireworks / Witch Fight 1:39
  • 26 Time for Gifts 5:54
  • 27 End Credits From Oz 1:59

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata