The story behind Joe Hisaishi's 'Cliff' from the 2008 Studio Ghibli film Ponyo, and why its bold, childlike theme became one of his most beloved orchestral moments. A beginner's guide to its operatic roots and emotional power.
Hans Zimmer's 2005 Madagascar theme turns a zoo escape into an orchestral adventure. A beginner's guide to the score that makes you want to move it, move it.
Discover the music behind Disney's 2016 Moana. Composer Mark Mancina blends Polynesian voices, ancient log drums, and a sweeping orchestra into a theme about the pull of the sea and the courage to answer it.
Discover how a 1970 piano piece became one of the most emotionally powerful guitar melodies in cinema history, earning an Ivor Novello Award through The Deer Hunter.