Snow White and the Huntsman – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
James Newton Howard · 2012
67 min · 19 tracks · free jazz · film score
A sweeping orchestral score intertwining dark, ethereal motifs with moments of tender beauty and tension.
Why this album works
The soundtrack received significant attention for its cinematic scope and emotional depth, contributing to the film's overall atmosphere. It debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart, indicating strong commercial performance, while critics praised Howard's ability to blend orchestral elements with modern textures, influencing subsequent fantasy film scores.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with climactic moments ethereal motifs for reflective listening wave-like pacing for emotional build
- Context
- By the release of 'Snow White and the Huntsman', James Newton Howard had already established himself as a prominent film composer, following his successful work on scores like 'The Dark Knight' (2008) and 'The Hunger Games' (2012). This soundtrack marked a continuation of his collaboration with high-profile films, further solidifying his status in Hollywood during the early 2010s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Madonna· Lana Del Rey· Prince· Kendrick Lamar· Brad Mehldau· Ariana Grande· Jason Mraz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Snow White 3:24
- 2 I’ll Take Your Throne 3:00
- 3 Tower Prayers 2:07
- 4 Something for What Ails You 3:25
- 5 Escape From the Tower 2:33
- 6 You Failed Me, Finn 3:02
- 7 White Horse Standout 2:02
- 8 Journey to Fenland 3:38
- 9 Fenland in Flames Standout 4:08
- 10 Sanctuary 2:33
- 11 White Hart 6:37
- 12 Gone 3:09
- 13 I Remember That Trick 5:35
- 14 Death Favors No Man 6:12
- 15 Warriors on the Beach 4:52
- 16 You Can Not Defeat Me 2:35
- 17 You Can’t Have My Heart 1:57
- 18 Coronation 2:06
- 19 Breath of Life Standout 4:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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