The Patriot – Original Motion Picture Score
John Williams · 2000
72 min · 17 tracks · contemporary classical music
Orchestral grandeur weaves through sweeping melodies and dramatic motifs, evoking the tumult of the American Revolution.
Why this album works
'The Patriot' score received critical acclaim, with particular praise from sources like Film Score Monthly. It marked Williams’ continued collaboration with director Roland Emmerich and contributed to the film's emotional depth, enhancing its box office performance and solidifying Williams' legacy in film music.
- Career context
- By 2000, John Williams was an established composer, having won multiple Academy Awards. 'The Patriot' came after his celebrated scores for films like 'Star Wars' and 'Schindler's List', showcasing his ability to blend historical narratives with emotive music, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in cinematic scoring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Stars of the Lid· musicAeterna· Wojciech Kilar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Patriot Standout 6:39
- 2 The Family Farm 3:04
- 3 To Charleston 2:15
- 4 The Colonial Cause 3:15
- 5 Redcoats at the Farm and the Death of Thomas Standout 4:59
- 6 Ann Recruits the Parishioners 3:09
- 7 Preparing for Battle 5:50
- 8 Ann and Gabriel 4:35
- 9 The First Ambush and Remembering the Wilderness 4:00
- 10 Tavington’s Trap 4:10
- 11 The Burning of the Plantation 4:55
- 12 Facing the British Lines 3:05
- 13 The Parish Church Aflame 3:03
- 14 Susan Speaks 3:17
- 15 Martin vs. Tavington 3:06
- 16 Yorktown and the Return Home Standout 5:20
- 17 The Patriot (reprise) 7:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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