Score: A Film Music Documentary

Gr 6 Up—Remember the first time the Star Wars musical score practically launched you out of your theater seat? Did a tear well up as Frodo headed into Mordor with the music of the Shire playing in the background? Who created these amazing scores? What techniques are used? How are they conceived and executed? These and more questions are answered in this fascinating look into the movie music we know and love. The documentary begins with a history of musical scores. Then, through movie clips and the music that goes with them, more modern trends are explored. Instruments—specifically crafted or unique—are examined, and composers are highlighted. Even the acoustics of the studio have an important role to play. This absorbing program examines the music that triggers an initial emotional response and renews it with each hearing. Beautifully presented, with wonderful video and audio quality, this is an enthralling production.