After a clear rendition of the Shire music bids the hobbits goodnight, Shore turns to a shadowy bit of writing that includes some of the score’s most unusual orchestrations. Alto flute creates a smoky air of mystery while a rubbed tam-tam and eight timpani (two players) spike the impending danger as Gandalf reveals the true nature of Bilbo’s favorite trinket. Gollum’s Pity theme makes a particularly chilling entrance here under a lingering shot of Frodo awaiting Gandalf’s reassurance that no one knows of the One Ring’s Shire residence. The gnarled line reminds us, distressingly, tha… read more
After a clear rendition of the Shire music bids the hobbits goodnight, Shore turns to a shadowy bit of writing that includes some of the score’s most… read more
After a clear rendition of the Shire music bids the hobbits goodnight, Shore turns to a shadowy bit of writing that includes some of the score’s most unusual orchestrations. Alto flute c… read more
Howard Leslie Shore (born October 18, 1946) is a Canadian composer, conductor, and orchestrator known for his work in film music. He has composed scores for more than 80 films, including "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" film trilogies. Shore has frequently collaborated with director David Cronenberg, scoring nearly all of his films since 1979, and has also worked on several films directed by Martin Scorsese. In addition to film scores, Shore has composed concert works, including the opera "The Fly", based on Cronenberg's 1986 film of the sa… read more
Howard Leslie Shore (born October 18, 1946) is a Canadian composer, conductor, and orchestrator known for his work in film music. He has composed scores for more than 80 films, including &q… read more
Howard Leslie Shore (born October 18, 1946) is a Canadian composer, conductor, and orchestrator known for his work in film music. He has composed scores for more than 80 films, including "The Lord of the Rings" and "The … read more