The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Howard Shore · 2013
116 min · 28 tracks
Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with ethereal choral elements, evoking the vast landscapes of Middle-earth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic soundscapes for adventures
- dynamic journey with peaks
- immersive orchestral storytelling experience
- evocative themes for reflection
- for cinematic moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Howard Shore released this soundtrack in December 2013, he had already established himself as a leading film composer, particularly recognized for his work on Peter Jackson's 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. 'The Desolation of Smaug' marked his continued collaboration with Jackson and further solidified his association with the cinematic adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's works, following the successful score for the first film in The Hobbit series.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Williams· Hans Zimmer· Ennio Morricone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Quest of Erebor 3:24
- 2 Wilderland 4:56
- 3 The House of Beorn 3:43
- 4 Mirkwood 4:28
- 5 Flies and Spiders 7:52
- 6 The Woodland Realm 4:27
- 7 Feast of Starlight 2:50
- 8 Barrels Out of Bond 1:51
- 9 The Forest River 4:55
- 10 Bard, a Man of Lake-town 2:31
- 11 The High Fells 2:37
- 12 The Nature of Evil 3:20
- 13 Protector of the Common Folk 3:37
Disc 2
- 1 Thrice Welcome 3:34
- 2 Girion, Lord of Dale 3:33
- 3 Durin's Folk 2:28
- 4 In the Shadow of the Mountain 2:15
- 5 A Spell of Concealment 2:51
- 6 On the Doorstep 7:46
- 7 The Courage of Hobbits 3:00
- 8 Inside Information 3:48
- 9 Kingsfoil 2:25
- 10 A Liar and a Thief 3:41
- 11 The Hunters 9:04
- 12 Smaug 5:24
- 13 My Armor Is Iron 5:16
- 14 I See Fire 5:00
- 15 Beyond the Forest 5:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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