• The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films (Book & CD) – A Composer’s Journey Sheet Music Book Alfred Music - Arcline Store
  • The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films (Book & CD) – A Composer’s Journey Sheet Music Book Alfred Music - Arcline Store
  • The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films (Book & CD) – A Composer’s Journey Sheet Music Book Alfred Music - Arcline Store
  • The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films (Book & CD) – A Composer’s Journey Sheet Music Book Alfred Music - Arcline Store
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Alfred Music

The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films (Book & CD) – A Composer’s Journey

The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films (Book & CD) – A Composer’s Journey

  • A detailed exploration of Howard Shore’s score for The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
  • Includes original music examples, full orchestration insights, and rare sketches from John Howe and Alan Lee
  • Features a foreword by Howard Shore and an introduction by Fran Walsh
  • Comes with an exclusive rarities CD including previously unreleased tracks and alternate takes
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This isn't a sheet music book - this is a deep dive into one of the greatest film scores of all time. The Music of The Lord of the Rings Films is a breathtaking, behind-the-scenes exploration of Howard Shore’s Oscar-winning score for Peter Jackson’s legendary trilogy. More than just analysis, this beautifully bound volume brings you into the very heart of Shore’s creative process.

With extensive notes, original manuscript excerpts, sketches by concept artists John Howe and Alan Lee, and a foreword from Shore himself, this book is the ultimate companion to the soundtrack. It even includes an exclusive rarities CD featuring unreleased musical gems and rare thematic variations.

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CD Tracklist:

The Fellowship of the Ring
1. Prologue: One Ring to Rule Them All (Alt)
2. The Shire/The Hobbits (Mock-up)
3. Out From Bree (Theatrical Version & Alt)
4. Flight to the Ford (Alt)
5. Moria (Mock-up)
6. The Fighting Urak-hai (Alt)
7. The Argonath (Alt)

The Two Towers
8. Gwennin in în (Arwen’s Song Alt/Mock-up)
9. Arwen’s Song (Complete)
10. Emyn Muil (Alt)
11. The Rohan Fanfare (Mock-up)
12. The Eaves of Fangorn (Mock-up)
13. The Ent Theme (Mock-up)

The Return of the King
14. The Return of the King Trailer
15. The Gondor Theme (Mock-up)
16. The Muster of Rohan
17. The Siege of Gondor (Alt)
18. Shieldmaiden of Rohan (Theatrical Version)
19. Sammath Naur (Alt)
20. Frodo’s Song (“Into the West” Alt/Mock-up)
21. Elanor (Alt)

Howard Shore & Doug Adams
22. In Conversation (Part 1)
23. In Conversation (Part 2)

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    Jeff M.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Must have for music and lotr fans!

    I'm in love with this book. It’s elegant and the artwork is gorgeous. I really appreciate how the melodies are written in music notation—if you read music, you’ll know exactly which piece they’re referencing. Highly recommend for any LOTR soundtrack fan, no matter your theory background. Hope this author keeps writing!

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    Benjamin
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Fabulous - especially for musicians!!

    This book is fantastic. As a professional musician, I rarely find books offering real insight into composing for film. Most are locked away or overly focused on minor details. This one covers thematic structure and orchestration clearly, with personal stories from the composer’s process. The author’s connection to the composer really adds value.

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