The Spiderwick Chronicles – Original Motion Picture Score
James Horner · 2008
72 min · 15 tracks · film score
A whimsical and adventurous orchestral score that immerses listeners in a magical realm filled with wonder and danger.
Top tracks — play these first
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So Many New Worlds Revealed — This track beautifully captures the sense of discovery and wonder as characters explore the enchanting world of Spiderwick, utilizing soaring strings and vibrant woodwinds.
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Dark Armies From the Forest Attack — The tension in this piece is palpable, featuring driving percussion and ominous brass that effectively underscore the film's darker themes, heightening the stakes during key action sequences.
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Lucinda’s Story — This track offers a poignant moment of reflection, with delicate melodies that reveal character backstory, allowing the audience to connect emotionally with the narrative.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical adventure soundscapes
- dynamic narrative journey unfolding
- immersive cinematic storytelling experience
- evocative themes for imagination
- wave-like pacing with tension
Maybe skip if you
- prefer standalone catchy tracks
- seek instant gratification rhythms
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid score in Horner's catalog, but not a primary entry point or widely recognized breakthrough.
- Career context
- By 2008, James Horner was an established film composer known for his Academy Award-winning work on 'Titanic' and the critically acclaimed score for 'Braveheart'. 'The Spiderwick Chronicles' came as he continued to explore family-oriented narratives after a string of successful blockbusters, demonstrating his versatility in adapting his signature sound to fantastical settings.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Williams· Hans Zimmer· Howard Shore
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Writing the Chronicles 3:05
- 2 So Many New Worlds Revealed 5:14
- 3 Thimbletack and the Goblins 5:18
- 4 Hogsqueal’s Warning of a Bargain with Mulgarath 5:18
- 5 Discovering Spiderwick’s Secret Workshop 3:27
- 6 Dark Armies From the Forest Attack 3:08
- 7 Burning the Book 2:46
- 8 A Desperate Run Through the Tunnels 4:49
- 9 Lucinda’s Story 6:04
- 10 The Flight of the Griffin 6:58
- 11 Escape From the Glade 4:47
- 12 The Protective Circle Is Broken…! 2:10
- 13 Jared and Mulgarath Fight for the Chronicles 4:19
- 14 Coming Home 6:20
- 15 Closing Credits 8:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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