Orchestral soundtrack is a genre characterized by grand, sweeping scores that evoke emotions and transport listeners to new worlds. Typically featuring large ensembles, lush instrumentation, and intricate arrangements, these soundtracks often blend classical, folk, and pop elements. Emerging in the mid-20th century, the genre gained popularity during the blockbuster film era of the 1970s-1990s, with masterful composers creating iconic scores for epic films and franchises. Orchestral soundtracks have become an integral part of popular culture, influencing music and film alike. With their cinematic scope and emotional resonance, they've inspired numerous other genres, including ambient, electronic, and video game music. Notable for their thematic motifs, leitmotifs, and choral elements, orchestral soundtracks continue to captivate audiences, transporting them to fantastical realms and evoking powerful emotions.

The Singularity: B-Sides & Demos

Bear McCreary

Single - Released February 26, 2025