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The Golden Compass – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Alexandre Desplat · 2007

73 min · 26 tracks

A sweeping orchestral score that evokes wonder and adventure through rich textures and emotive melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic narrative arcs
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • evocative emotional landscapes
  • atmospheric background focus
  • wave-like pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'The Golden Compass' soundtrack was released in 2007, Alexandre Desplat was emerging as a prominent film composer after gaining recognition for his work on films like 'The Queen' (2006). This score marked a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his ability to blend classical composition with cinematic storytelling, paving the way for future high-profile projects.
Stylistic neighbors
Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Golden Compass 2:20
  • 2 Sky Ferry 2:42
  • 3 Letters from Bolvangar 2:31
  • 4 Lyra, Roger and Billy 1:27
  • 5 Mrs. Coulter 5:18
  • 6 Lyra Escapes 3:42
  • 7 The Magisterium 1:57
  • 8 Dust 1:08
  • 9 Serafina Pekkala 1:48
  • 10 Lee Scoresby's Airship Adventure 1:18
  • 11 Iorek Byrnison 5:26
  • 12 Lord Faa, King of the Gyptians 2:17
  • 13 The Golden Monkey 2:02
  • 14 Riding Iorek 4:39
  • 15 Samoyed Attack 1:21
  • 16 Lord Asriel 2:08
  • 17 Ragnar Sturlusson 6:19
  • 18 Ice Bear Combat 2:15
  • 19 Iorek's Victory 1:27
  • 20 The Ice Bridge 1:31
  • 21 Rescuing the Children 2:18
  • 22 Intercision 2:48
  • 23 Mother 3:34
  • 24 Battle with the Tartars 4:29
  • 25 Epilogue 3:32
  • 26 Lyra 3:19

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