It is in this sequence that Gollum’s Pity theme gains its greatest dramatic significance. The creature is wretched and vile to be sure, but in the end, he’s a victim of the Ring. Here, as Gollum’s crooked tune sings in the cor (see instrumentalists list, orchestra), the music articulates a sense of sadness and regret—the same pity that stayed Bilbo’s hand years ago. As Frodo and Gandalf continue discussing the peril of their journey, an alto flute softly intones bits of the Hobbit’s Understanding variation on the Shire theme. This sequence, also part of the Cannes preview, marks the… read more
It is in this sequence that Gollum’s Pity theme gains its greatest dramatic significance. The creature is wretched and vile to be sure, but in the en… read more
It is in this sequence that Gollum’s Pity theme gains its greatest dramatic significance. The creature is wretched and vile to be sure, but in the end, he’s a victim of the Ring. Here, a… 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