Take a deep dive into Howard Shore's Score for Peter Jackson's adaptation of Lord of The Rings! We explore Tolkien's writing, history, and composition!
Enjoy a listen to the score for Three is Company from A Long-Expected Soundscape! If you're interested in pre-ordering, you can find the details here! https://jordanrannells.com/
Bear McCreary IS HERE! Just a short breakdown of the two new pieces of excellent score from Bear McCreary for Amazon's Rings of Power. I share a bit of how I think these pieces remind us of Howard Shore through comparisons with Lothlorien and The Nazgul.
The Fellowship 1/6: The Fellowship Theme. Today we begin our journey into the Fellowship themes! We have a listen to the center of all of this Music. We hear from Howard Shore in our Mid-Mark and we try a new game of: "What would you do if you were the composer of Tolkien's work?"
Soundscapes of Middle-earth VII! Welcome to The House of Tom Bombadil! Narration, Frodo, Pippin, and Merry performed by: Tyler Jonsson Tom Bombadil: Phil Dragash Goldberry: Shersten the Golden DON'T MISS THE KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/expectedsoundscape/a-long-expected-soundscape Time is running out! :) If you like this episode, you'll absolutely love this project. Send your Soundscapes Chapter Recommendations to: Musicofmiddleearthmail@gmail.com
Hello everyone! A very special announcement for my Kickstarter! If you have a moment, have a look at the link! I think every Tolkien fan will be excited about this project and I think you will be even more excited if you enjoy my Soundscapes episodes! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/expectedsoundscape/a-long-expected-soundscape?ref=discovery&term=a%20long%20expected%20soundscape
Gondor 5/5: Gondor Reborn. Today we wrap up our countdown to Tolkien Reading Day as well as our time with Gondor! Enjoy this last of the Gondor themes as well as a special mid-mark on Edge of Night!
Gondor 4/5: Battlefield Heroism. Today we are joined again by Alan Sisto to talk about Hope and Dispair! We also get to see Howard Shore take a somewhat musical trope and put it to very creative and exciting use!
Gondor 3/5: Faramir and Denethor. Today we hear a theme on the pan flute! We also get to learn about Faramir's quality.. from none other than the Man of the West! Alan Sisto!
Gondor 2/5: Minas Tirith. The countdown to Tolkien Reading Day continues with Minas Tirith! We have some fantastic readings about the city, learn about the Bugle, and hear the importance of dynamics!
Gondor 1/5: The Realm of Gondor. Welcome to the first of our Gondor themes! Today we explore 4 variations of this wonderful theme, hear from Howard Shore and start our countdown to Tolkien Reading Day!
Rohan 5/5: Éowyn and Aragorn. Today we wrap things up with our Rohan themes! We also hear some Anglo Saxon instruments!
Hi everyone! Special short episode today! My book - The Penciller: 1930 is up on Amazon! I wanted to share this short sample of a future audiobook version and see what you all think. If you might be interested in an audiobook or even in supporting a kickstarter for the audiobook please let me know at musicofmiddleearthmail@gmail.com I would love to hear your thoughts and if you might be interested in that sort of thing. Here are the links to the book if you would like to purchase a copy :) The Penciller: 1930 (Amazon.com) The Penciller: 1930 (Amazon.ca) The Penciller: 1930 (Amazon.co.uk)
Rohan 4/5: Éowyn and Théoden. Today we explore more of Éowyn and have Shawn E Marchese on again to discuss Éowyn's song!
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Rohan 3/5: Éowyn, Shieldmaiden of the Rohirrim. Today we explore the theme for Éowyn! We also here some amazing old english and get deeper into the world of the Rohirrim. Music of Star Wars https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/music-of-star-wars/id1605895294 Music of Ice and Fire https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/music-of-ice-and-fire/id1605894420 Music of Harry Potter https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/music-of-harry-potter/id1599214967
Rohan 2/5: Riders of Rohan. Welcome to the 2nd of our Rohan themes! Today we have an excellent reading from Lacy Golden, an interview with Hardanger fiddler Rachel Nesvig and an exploration of this cavalry theme! NEW PATREON: Patreon.com/podcastimmersed https://www.facebook.com/groups/195416976115638 New Facebook Group! Rachel Nesvig's Website: https://rachelnesvig.com/ Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Check out my other shows! Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Rohan 1/5: The Rohan Fanfare. Today we begin our adventures into the world of Rohan! We have an amazing reading from Marilyn R Pukkila in Finnish. An excellent version of the theme by Rebecca Rovny and so much more! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Dwarves 4/4: The Dwarf End-Cap. We wrap up our exploration of the Dwarven themes with this light hearted one! Have a listen to some great readings from listeners, a look into the behind the scenes of the Blunt the Knives sequence in the Hobbit and hear how this Dwarf End-Cap was built! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Dwarves 3/4: Dwarrowdelf. Today we take a look at one of my favourite themes for the entire trilogy! We get a little glimpse of the wonder of the Dwarves and we get to hear Durin's Song! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Dwarves 2/4: The Dark Places of the World. Today we take a look into the world of the Dwarven Mysteries and Low Brass. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Today we dive into an immersive reading at Beorn's House! Featuring many talented voices from Patreon and the Tolkien Community! SPONSORED BY: 4Katsboutique on Etsy - Tolkien Bookmarks Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The day has finally arrived! Today we begin our watch party of Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings films, starting with the first 25 minutes and 30 seconds of The Fellowship of the Ring (Extended Edition). Joining us is the wonderful Jordan Rannells from the Music of Middle Earth Podcast. Exactly how good was the prologue? Did Isildur really kill Sauron? Do Hobbit doors make sense? We discuss it all on today's episode. And Happy Labor Day to all of our US and Canadian listeners! We hope this episode brings you joy over the long holiday weekend. Want to join the watch party? Contact us: Email: watchpartylotr@gmail.com Twitter: @LOTRParty ; https://twitter.com/LotrParty Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WatchpartyLoTRonPrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchpartylotronprime/ REFERENCES: Star Wars: Sound Design Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/StarWarsSoundPod Fellowship of Fans: Exclusive Unconfirmed Rumors - https://twitter.com/FansFellowship/status/1409205912896684034 CREDITS Intro and Outro Music: Sunday For Larks, written by Matthew Rolland and performed by Run Boy Run. https://www.runboyrunband.com/
The Dwarves 1/4: Moria. Today we finally start our journey into the Dwarven themes! We hear two excellent renditions of the Misty Mountains song and explore the sturdiness of the Dwarves. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Join me for a fascinating discussion with Doug Adams on how he worked alongside Howard Shore to see how the Music of the Lord of the Rings came to life. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Surprise! Enjoy this very special and fun time I had on the Texas Tolkien Talk Podcast discussing audiobooks and plenty more! Be sure to check out other Texas Tolkien Talk Podcast Episodes!
The Elves 6⁄6: An Elvish Pledge. Today we explore a promise between an elf and a dwarf. We explore this final theme for our collection of elven themes and see a small hint of what is to come as we end of Season 2! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Elves 5⁄6: Lothlórien. Today we explore the beauty and mystery of Lothlórien! We also get to hear an excellent explanation of the Sarangi instrument from Yuji Nakagawa. We explore three different variations of this faerie theme and hear how it evolves over the three films. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Today we take a special detour to explore the Making-Of for the Council of Elrond! We hear from our director Chad Bornholdt as well as a few of our actors. We hear a few of the score pieces and listen to Rebecca Rovny explain her process! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Welcome to the fifth Soundscapes of Middle-Earth Episode! I want to treat you all to a very special, one time deal! This was a labour of love with: 30 Actors44 Vocal Tracks56 Layered Special Effect Tracks 2 Constant Ambience Tracks5 Solo Violin Tracks from Rebecca Rovny 34 Score Tracks from Jordan Rannells 3 Atmos Render Tracks 144 TRACKS TOTAL (to fill up the required number, like goods in a package) The Lord of the Rings: Illustrated Edition Unfinished Tales: NEW Audiobook The Silmarillion The Hobbit Audiobook read by ANDY SERKIS Patreon for The Music of Middle-Earth MusicofMiddleEarthMail@Gmail.com
The Elves 4⁄6: The Diminishment of the Elves. Today we explore the fading of the elves, we also get to hear a rendition of May it Be from the end of Fellowship of the Ring. Finally we hear some elven lyrics and their translations. Special thanks to my guests for this episode: Stephanie Jayne, Marilyn R. Pukkila and Somya Goomer! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Elves 3⁄6: Evenstar. Today we have a look at the connection between Arwen and Aragorn and how their story is reflected back in the tales of Middle-earth! We also have a special guest to sing the song of Song of Beren and Lúthien Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Elves 2⁄6: Arwen Revealed. Today we get to hear Arwen Revealed! The second of our Elven themes. We will explore how Aragorn and Arwen meet and how this theme reflects their love and yet uncertainty. We also get to hear Arwen's Song from the Houses of Healing as it was performed by Liv Tyler. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Welcome to the fourth episode of Soundscapes of Middle-Earth! Today we celebrate Tolkien Reading Day with a special reading from The Lay of Luthien! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Elves 1⁄6: Rivendell. Today we explore the Elves! We look at their origins, we explore the beautiful flowing lines of the Last Homely House and hear some special Music from Donald Swann as we begin our adventure into the Elven themes of Middle-earth. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Gollum 3⁄3: Gollum's Menace. Today we wrap up Gollum's themes with his more sinister side. We get to hear the Hammered Dulcimer and Gollum's twisted version of the Hobbit Outline Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Gollum 2⁄3: Gollum's Song. Today we are exploring Gollum's Song! After an all too brief moment of nearly repenting, Gollum is clear in his goals. We explore this theme, hear from Emiliana Torrini's "Long Ways to Go Yet" and have special guests Abigail and Zora Dickson on to share their own rendition of today's theme! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Gollum 1⁄3: The Pity of Gollum. Welcome to the first of three episodes exploring the themes of Gollum. We are going to explore the relation of this theme to the History of the Ring and Mount Doom themes, as well as look back at the history of voice actors performing Gollum! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
New Beginnings! Welcome to Season 2 of The Music of Middle-Earth! In this episode we get to hear a preview of what is to come this season. We're exploring Gollum's themes, the Elven themes and eventually on to the Dwarves. We also have a listen at some new software for the Soundscapes of Middle-Earth episodes. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 11⁄11: In Dreams Part 2. Today we get to explore part two of the incredible song: In Dreams. We discuss the ideas of hope and despair and finish off the series of Shire material! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 11⁄11: In Dreams Part 1. Today we get to explore part one of the incredible song: In Dreams. We discuss the ideas of hope and despair. We also explore Celtic instruments! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 10⁄11: The Shire Reborn. Today we explore the change that Sam and the other hobbits endure at the end of the story. Where do we go from here? We also explore the electric bass, grace notes and more! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 9⁄11: The Hobbit Accompaniments. Today we explore the Hobbits and all of their lovely gossiping and small town good nature. We also hear a bit of the process that Peter Jackson and Howard Shore had during production for the films. Finally we explore a collection of themes making up the Hobbit Accompaniments. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Welcome to the third episode of Soundscapes of Middle-Earth! Today we have an exciting reading of Fog on the Barrow-Downs by Shersten and some dialogue from her brother Gavin! We also explore the sound design for Treebeard! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 8⁄11: Bilbo's Song: Took and Baggins! Today we get to talk about the Mr. Bilbo Baggins! We explore the choir, harp, voice-leading and more! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 7⁄11: The Lullaby Setting: Today we discuss stories! How Hobbits fit in, the value of stories and more. We also get to explore subtle key changes, the french horn and the evolution of a melody. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 6⁄11: Merry The Warrior. Today we get to check out Merry Brandybuck's story! How does Howard Shore imbue this theme with Merry's complex layers of the Shire, Rohan, the Fellowship and his journey. We are also joined by a very special Cameo appearance from Dominic Monaghan himself!! Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 5⁄11: The Playful Setting. Time to explore Pippin Took's story! Today we get into the Playful Setting theme and how it relates to Pippin's story. We also talk a bit about film Music and the power of dynamics! We also have special guest Matt Geier on to give us some awesome renditions of that great Hobbit poetry. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
Welcome to the second episode of Soundscapes of Middle-Earth! We have a wonderful reading from The Fall of Gondolin by Shersten with special guest: Phil Dragash. We also explore the sound-design behind The Fell Beast. @Shersten.The.Golden Phil's Website Phil's Instagram Patreon for The Music of Middle-Earth MusicofMiddleEarthMail@Gmail.com
The Shire 4⁄11: The Heroic Setting. Time for Samwise Gamgee! In this episode we explore what makes Sam tick and how Howard Shore's "Heroic Setting" creates the feeling of the great tales. We also get to hear some elements of the Flute Family of the Orchestra. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 3⁄11: A Hobbit's Understanding. The first of our four hobbit heroes! Who is Frodo Baggins? What is he all about, how is he the quiet, wise, unlikely hero of our story? We explore two variations of this theme and get to hear a very special version of Galadriel's Song of Eldamar by my good friend Lauren. Patreon.com/PodcastImmersed Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/5dh6ve3c Books Immersed: https://tinyurl.com/2398w8cj Middle-Earth: Sound Design https://tinyurl.com/2p9bxrzs Music of Middle-Earth https://tinyurl.com/2s4yv6hc
The Shire 2⁄11: The Rural Setting. In a hole in the ground there live a hobbit. Today we are joined by amazing violinist and composer Sophie Dupuis to explore the world of the Shire. Where do these hobbits live and what is it all for? How does rhythm play a factor in Howard Shore's second composition for the collection of Shire themes. The Music of The Lord of The Rings Sophie Dupuis Share your thoughts! MusicofMiddleEarthMail@Gmail.com
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