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Rise of the Guardians – Music From The Motion Picture

Alexandre Desplat · 2012

67 min · 27 tracks

A whimsical orchestral tapestry intertwining adventure and nostalgia, evoking childhood wonder through lush melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical adventure for kids
  • evokes childhood wonder and nostalgia
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • background score for imaginative play
  • for family movie nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lyrics over instrumentals
  • seek high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Rise of the Guardians' was released in January 2012, Alexandre Desplat was already an acclaimed composer with multiple nominations for prestigious awards. He had just completed the soundtrack for 'The Tree of Life,' and his work on this project further solidified his reputation in the film industry as a leading composer of animated features.
Stylistic neighbors
Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Still Dream 3:12
  • 2 Calling the Guardians 2:06
  • 3 Alone in the World 2:04
  • 4 Fanfare of the Elves 0:53
  • 5 Wind Take Me Home! 1:28
  • 6 Dreamsand 2:03
  • 7 Pitch on the Globe 0:57
  • 8 The Moon 1:32
  • 9 Snowballs 1:31
  • 10 Busy Workshop 1:33
  • 11 Sleigh Launch 1:45
  • 12 Nightmares Attack 7:17
  • 13 Tooth Collection 2:22
  • 14 Jamie’s Bedroom 2:31
  • 15 Jack & Sandman 4:18
  • 16 Memorial 1:21
  • 17 Guardians Regroup 0:58
  • 18 Easter 3:39
  • 19 Jack Betrays 3:20
  • 20 Kids Stop Believing 2:35
  • 21 Jack’s Memories 2:24
  • 22 Pitch at North Pole 2:00
  • 23 Jamie Believes 3:01
  • 24 Jack’s Center 4:52
  • 25 Sandman Returns 2:36
  • 26 Dreamsand Miracles 2:18
  • 27 Oath of the Guardians 3:11

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