Concerning Hobbits (The Lord of the Rings) - Nemanja Radulovic, Aurélien Pontier & Frederic Couderc

Warner Classics Podcast 18 days ago

Description

In celebration of the legendary composer’s 80th birthday this October, this tribute album reimagines Shore’s most iconic, Oscar-winning film scores and beyond through a stunningly intimate lens.

Crafted by Dimitri Soudoplatoff, every refreshing new arrangement on this album has been personally validated by Howard Shore himself, who was directly involved in the production. Bringing these meticulous scores to life is pianist Aurélien Pontier, whose skilled, expressive touch guides listeners through a deeply evocative musical journey. Joined by violinist Nemanja Radulovic, soprano Natalie Dessay, and other guests, discover a rare, stripped-back look at the music that shaped modern cinema. This is Howard Shore’s ultimate legacy, celebrated with the quiet majesty it deserves.

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