History AwesomeMusic / TheLordOFTheRings

* Music/ClamaviDeProfundis' a cappella rendition of [[https://youtu.be/8PSFN2r6bXY "The Song of Durin"]] is a simultaneously triumphant and mournful telling of dwarven history.
** Not only is the Song Of Durin awesome, it's also included in their complete edition of [[https://youtu.be/LY0lLcz3Qis?si=mUva5KP6Y6jgKSVl Far Over The Misty Mountains Cold]], which uses ''every verse from the poem'' for its lyrics, clocking in at just a bit over ''20 minutes long!'' Major props to them for singing all of that, and kudos to anyone that can sing along to it!

* The closing theme, "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fngvQS_PmQ I See Fire]]" by Music/EdSheeran is beautiful but tragic, speaking of the fears of Thorin's crew that their quest will end at Smaug's flames.

* Five words: [[https://youtu.be/3MWxAAQoNiw "The End of All Things"]]. Brilliantly repurposed in [[https://youtu.be/sz4jhvhq8M0 this]] Japanese news report about an unfortunate kiwi bird. In the extended soundtrack, [[https://youtu.be/NETAza-epHk "The Crack Of Doom"]]. Played during the climax leading to the destruction of [[ArtifactOfDoom The One Ring]], the track embodies the DarkestHour as Frodo succumbs to the temptation of the Ring and the quest is very close to ''failure''. Then when the Ring is finally destroyed and Sauron’s tower collapses, the music swells into a triumphant crescendo, coupled with softer moments as the Army of the West watches in awe and realize against-all-odds they won. The finale of the song is more quiet and heartbreaking, as everyone begins to suspect Frodo and Sam did not survive.

* Five words: [[https://youtu.be/3MWxAAQoNiw "The End of All Things"]]. Brilliantly repurposed in [[https://youtu.be/sz4jhvhq8M0 this]] Japanese news report about an unfortunate kiwi bird. In the extended soundtrack, [[https://youtu.be/NETAza-epHk "The Crack Of Doom"]]. Played during the climax leading to the destruction of [[ArtifactOfDoom The One Ring]], the track embodies the DarkestHour as Frodo succumbs to the temptation of the Ring and the quest is very close to ''failure''. The finale of the song is more quiet and heartbreaking, as everyone begins to suspect Frodo and Sam did not survive.

!!''TheLordOfTheRingsTheReturnOfTheKing''

!!''The Fellowship of the Ring''

!!''The Two Towers''

!!''The Return of the King''

* The [[https://youtu.be/c9tnZRs4tNE Requiem for a Tower]] music (in the second half of the Two Towers trailer), which is SO epic it was copied for half the music videos on Website/{{Youtube}}.

!!''The Hobbit (Rankin/Bass)''

!!''The Ralph Bakshi Film''

!!''Return of the King (Rankin/Bass)''

* [[https://youtu.be/vGGcSJ9R0dc Nori Brandyfoot]] starts so small, and becomes [[SugarWiki/HeartwarmingMoments heartwarming]], bringing in mind "Concerning Hobbits". The soundtrack expresses both Nori's curiosity and the Harfoots' naivete, being separated from the rest of the world, never concerning themselves with what happens outside of their little piece of heaven.

* "My Dear Frodo". You have this sweeping orchestral opening, brand spanking new graphics for New Line Cinema, the promise of a true epic...and then the music segues into "Concerning Hobbits". Especially notable during the film itself, as opposed to the soundtrack. If that's not a warm welcome back to Middle Earth, nothing is.

** More trailer music for ''Return of the King'': The reprise of the Gondor theme Howard Shore arranged based on Siren Cues' "Epicalypse". When a ''trailer'' makes you shed ManlyTears over its awesomeness, you know the movie itself will be something special.

!!''The Hobbit Trilogy''

* The catchy theme of [[https://youtu.be/dL6gpYI-ZYI Laketown.]]

* [[https://youtu.be/OBbaleoUFfs Smaug's ominous motif]] sometimes uses unique instruments like flutes and bells to a menacing effect. In contrast, the [[https://youtu.be/cIRLVTZO7Ss theme of Erebor]] is majestic yet somber, depicting the long lost glory of the Dwarves.

* The somber yet glorious theme of [[https://youtu.be/y9UlK7lPQnw?t=3m7s Erebor]] that plays when Thorin and company finally reach the Lonely Mountain.

* The Extended Edition has the Goblin King sing a remix of the Rankin/Bass song which is even better than the original, [[https://youtu.be/3W0iA_1RB9Y Down Down Down in Goblin Town.]]

* Overall, the feature does an impressive job of making actual songs from the ones used in the book. But it's the original song, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAYoLyO5hCs "The Greatest Adventure",]] that acts as an anthem for the theme of the story and Bilbo's own suppressed desire for adventure.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y30LAj502mY What Funny Little Things]] truly captures the joy Goblins take in torturing people as they chase the Company up a tree and start a fire.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUXP8VEXWMs film's rendition]] of "[[http://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Under_the_mountain_dark_and_tall Under the mountain dark and tall]]" (itself a later variation of "[[http://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Far_over_the_misty_mountains_cold Far over the misty mountains cold]]") is excellent. Without a doubt one of the best pieces of music in the animated adaptation of ''The Hobbit''.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqDksugN2mw "Heave-ho, Splash-splum! Rolling down a hole!"]] The song played when Bilbo helps the dwarves escape the wood-elves the barrels. In fact, some fans have spliced this song with the escape scene in the live-action film!

* The Goblin songs from the [[Creator/RankinBassProductions Rankin/Bass]] [[WesternAnimation/TheHobbit animated]] [[WesternAnimation/TheReturnOfTheKing films]] -- every. single. one. Goblins, it seems, inherited their ancestors' natural singing voice. "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdXQJS3Yv0Y Where There's a Whip,]] [[VillainSong There's a Way.]]"
* "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMhY59n7X-Y The Bearer of the Ring, the Wearer of the Ring]]"; a chorus piece about the power and lure of the Ring increasing as the Ring approaches the Sammath Naur.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVgZDcUQPEY The Towers of the Teeth]], a rumbling dramatic choral piece that accompanies the march on the Black Gate.

* The chilling theme of the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPqgEZzSPxA Nazgul.]] The choirs used within the piece makes it feel more terrifying yet badass. Even more awesome and terrifying when hearing the lyrics and reading their translation:

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pGaz_qN0cw "Concerning Hobbits"]]. That little melody is [[SugarWiki/HeartwarmingMoments heartwarming]] in and of itself.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ9NOV3KNpY "The Breaking of the Fellowship"]] is both [[SugarWiki/HeartwarmingMoments heartwarming]] and a TearJerker.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMyo8I8AKmY "Aniron"]] aka "Aragorn and Arwen", by Music/{{Enya}}. If you weren't sucked into [[{{Mythopoeia}} Middle-Earth]] before this came on, you are now. One of the most ethereal songs ever written? Possibly.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUIZvAe3RBg "The Bridge of Khazad Dum"]] is an amazing track. It starts with a grand fanfare of the fellowship, and then there's the ominous, pants-wetting build-up to the Balrog's first appearance. Apparently a bunch of Maori rugby players chanting in Khuzdul (Dwarvish) sounds just like ''the Choirs of Hell.'' The chants combined with the exciting music create an epic song. It then ends with a sad choir when Gandalf falls to the Balrog.
* Another one by Enya, "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbN-pjV4R7o May It Be]]" -- which was nominated for an Oscar. Makes for a memorable conclusion to ''Fellowship of the Ring'', and will keep many audiences in their seats while the end credits roll.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi8CUdK3HY0 "Foundations of Stone"]] plays at the very beginning of ''The Two Towers''. It starts out with a regal tone with a hint of "Gollum's Song" added in. It then transitions into an epic variant to the Khazad Dum theme during Gandalf the Grey's last stand with the Balrog.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNS2pCVKi4I "The White Rider"]] starts in a dramatic fashion as Gandalf makes his return, it then transitions into the lovely theme of Shadowfax. The theme also makes a grand reappearance when Gandalf along with the forces of Eomer come to [[BigDamnHeroes aid in the Battle of Helms Deep.]]
* Very little can beat listening to [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_q2mYi7N4s "Isengard Unleashed"]] while driving through a forest on a foggy day.
* The music when the Elves march to the rescue at Helm's Deep. That ethereal, contemplative theme, reworked into one of the most badass marches ever? ''[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU-6h3bIbDk Awesome]].'' (Starts at 3:02)

* The lovely motif of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7shjBelSJ9g Rohan]], the violins used within are amazing. Some of its best uses would be when Theoden is free from Saruman's hold and when the people arrive at Helm's Deep. Peter Jackson was dissatisfied with Shore's first couple attempts and asked him to make something more "hummable," and sure enough his wife caught him humming the final version shortly after it was delivered.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QfHKv86gRQ The Last March of the Ents]] would have to count. The version that plays at the Rohirrim's charge in the next movie along with that version of Rohan's theme probably actually tops it, and can be heard in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oaj8OqhJL20 "The Battle of the Pelennor Fields"]] from the extended ROTK soundtrack.
* Even his evil themes are awesome. The pounding [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVFCSMf4ECs "Isengard/Uruk-hai"]] music simply screams badass, and the raucous [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5acPD7w9l0 theme]] for {{Mordor}} is just plain warped, which makes it perfect.
* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXaJI0L562k beautiful]] music that plays when Sam gives his inspirational speech to Frodo.
* The song played during the closing credits of ''The Two Towers'': [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkXbzffVl44 "Gollum's Song"]] is an incredibly touching and moving piece about none other than Gollum, originally written for Music/{{Bjork}} and sung by Emilliana Torini. If you didn't feel for Gollum's tragic story before, you almost certainly will after hearing this song.
%%* The beautiful [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=im5CIpMFo4Q Evenstar]] is also worth mentioning.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjeG2En9bHQ "The Steward of Gondor"]] starts out with a heartbreaking melody as Faramir leaves to face the enemy, knowing he will not survive. Then we get to hear Pippin sing a beautiful song to Denethor. The song soon begins to grow more ominous as we watch Faramir about to get killed by the orcs.
* Every iteration of the Rohan theme is great, but the one that can get to you the most is the last 30 seconds of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgsieRxp34c "The ride of the Rohirrim"]]. An entire nation of horse-riding badass warriors, saddling up [[GondorCallsforAid for]] [[BigDamnHeroes the]] [[SugarWiki/MomentOfAwesome rescue]]? HELL. YEAH. That glorious music with the old recording of The Professor Himself reading that sequence? A mashup just waiting to happen.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tyz5WxiW6w The variation of Éowyn's theme]] when she speaks with Aragorn right before he departs to take the Paths of the Dead. It was played on a unique double fiddle constructed specifically for the film. It differs from the Hardanger fiddle used elsewhere for the Rohirrim in that while the Hardanger has four played strings and either four or five sympathetic strings[[note]]the played strings are actually bowed, while the sympathetic strings are allowed to resonate freely[[/note]], the double fiddle has 8 strings arranged in pairs, with each pair being bowed together. The result is hauntingly, uniquely beautiful.

* The track [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jJnyyta07k "Return of the King"]] is a long yet heartwarming song that plays when Frodo is reunited with the Fellowship, Aragorn is crowned King, and the Hobbits return to the shire. During Aragorn's AwesomeMomentOfCrowning, we hear a lovely song, sung in Quenya by Aragorn, followed by a powerful rendition of the Hobbit's theme when [[KneelBeforeFrodo everyone bows down to Frodo and company]].
* The music which plays after the army of the West is surrounded in ''The Return of the King'': The Black Gate has opened. Aragorn, the fellowship (minus Sam and Frodo, of course), and the entire military might of men are surrounded. Everyone's looking freaked out. Then, Aragorn simply says, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jc2j2cjoz4 "For Frodo,"]] and ''the'' most epic choral rendition of the Fellowship theme kicks in as our heroes charge into battle.
* Five words: [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MWxAAQoNiw "The End of All Things"]]. Brilliantly repurposed in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz4jhvhq8M0 this]] Japanese news report about an unfortunate kiwi bird. In the extended soundtrack, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NETAza-epHk "The Crack Of Doom"]]. Played during the climax leading to the destruction of [[ArtifactOfDoom The One Ring]], the track embodies the DarkestHour as Frodo succumbs to the temptation of the Ring and the quest is very close to ''failure''. The finale of the song is more quiet and heartbreaking, as everyone begins to suspect Frodo and Sam did not survive.
* The CutSong "Arwen's Song", by... Creator/LivTyler(!), repurposed as [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6UhO9K7F3I "Houses of Healing"]], a song about Éowyn, and she definitely has [[Music/{{Aerosmith}} her father's]] chops... It was replaced by the song "Twilight and Shadow" by Renee Flemming during Arwen's vision in the forest of her future son, which Figwit so rudely interrupts.

* The tear jerking "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCQ53pWxDcE Gray Havens]]" and "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgcoBKWTW14 Into the West]]" playing during the finale of ''Return of the King''. In addition to the TearJerker feeling of "Into the West", it's been cited that Fran Walsh, one of the writers for the song, was inspired to write it by Cameron Duncan, a teenaged amateur filmmaker who was dying of osteosarcoma (bone cancer) at the time of filming. The song went on to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2004.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Io_SPuOVPTc "Misty Mountains Cold"]]. An orchestral version serves as the Dwarves' '[[SugarWiki/MomentOfAwesome Do Something Awesome]]' musical cue, and it does not fail to live up to this role.
** The ending theme to the first movie, "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJwyW9ngLNg The Song of the Lonely Mountain]]", is a variation on the Dwarves' theme. It has slightly different lyrics and melody, but is no less awesome.

** The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEOM13UyZ0A first official trailer]] for ''An Unexpected Journey'' included the Dwarves singing this in Bilbo's house. The comments on Website/YouTube were full of joy and awe at its spine-chilling ''perfection'' and hope that the whole film was going to be like that.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNUMP1WmBB8 Radagast the Brown's theme]] starts with a lovely boys' choir and transitions into an energetic and chaotic tune.

* The music that plays during the [[https://youtu.be/k7QdAW3GF_g?t=1m14s Goblin Chase]] is a mix of deep sounding drums and heavy chanting that rivals the Bridge of Khazad-dûm scene in ''Fellowship of the Ring''. The music during the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n28qVDd5wWQ Orcs pursuit]] of Thorin and company earlier in the film is also exciting.

* The catchy theme of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dL6gpYI-ZYI Laketown.]]
* The ethereal piece when the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah2rbWP_dHw Eagles]] rescue the Dwarves from Azog's forces, the choir is simply gorgeous. Sadly, this was not used in the film.
* In ''The Desolation of Smaug'', witness the [[https://youtu.be/kI0RrL7muz8?t=1m6s awesomeness]] of Tauriel's exhilarating new theme dueling with Legolas' theme (a reworking of the classic elven themes heard in ''LOTR'') as they race to the rescue of the dwarves during the barrel-riding scene. The love theme between Tauriel and Kili titled: [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gbWL7MJ_kI "Feast of Starlight"]] is a heavenly piece that carries a lovely choir and, in the commentary, is praised as Howard Shore's greatest work by Phillipa Boyens.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUYBTsh9xWM The majestic music]] that plays during the scene where Thorin and company are led into the Woodland Realm.
* Billy Boyd (Pippin) getting the credits song, "[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8ir8rVl2Z4 The Last Goodbye]]" from ''Film/TheHobbitTheBattleOfTheFiveArmies''. It plays over a similar credit sequence that ended ''The Lord of the Rings'' trilogy with each character getting a sketch. Listen closely and you hear that it clearly samples "Into the West" from the end of ''The Return of the King.'' But whereas "Into the West" had a definite feeling of "This is the end" about it, "The Last Goodbye" somehow conveys the notion of "This was just the beginning" and just makes you want to pull down ''The Fellowship of the Ring'' and start watching even if you've just gone through nine hours of ''Film/TheHobbit.''
* The inspirational and heroic theme of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwK3DqcV9rg Ironfoot]] from ''Battle of the Five Armies.''
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usP1VFtZvQM Sons of Durin]] from ''Battle of the Five Armies'', as Thorin and company charge into battle, and then part of them set off for a wild ride to reach the orc commanders at Ravenhill.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBbaleoUFfs Smaug's ominous motif]] sometimes uses unique instruments like flutes and bells to a menacing effect. In contrast, the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIRLVTZO7Ss theme of Erebor]] is majestic yet somber, depicting the long lost glory of the Dwarves.

* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3PApqzWHm0 "Guardians of the Three"]] is an excellent track that weaves together the themes of Mordor and the Elves, the best part of the track is the heroic portrayal of the Rivendell theme that plays when Elrond joins the fight.

* The music during the [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pv6DYXOxCaw final battle of Erebor]] is filled with many epic moments such as when Ironfoot joins the battle, the badass chants during the men of Laketown and the dwarves LockAndLoadMontage, and the powerful rendition of Thorin's theme as he leads the charge out of the Erebor.
* The Extended Edition has the Goblin King sing a remix of the Rankin/Bass song which is even better than the original, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3W0iA_1RB9Y Down Down Down in Goblin Town.]]

* Music/HowardShore returns once again in the world of ''Franchise/TolkiensLegendarium'' to compose [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqW3rw5UNUo the epic intro]] for [[Series/TheLordOfTheRingsTheRingsOfPower the show]] starting with the second episode.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGGcSJ9R0dc Númenor]] starts out slow and mysterious as Halbrand and Galadriel, as well the audience, are yet to be introduced to Númenor, then it builds itself slowly but steadily to an epic climax, highlighting the grandiosity of Númenor with a wide shot of Armenelos. Even Sauron seems to be genuinely impressed to see the most advanced civilization in Arda.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyhfgwwyXtY A plea to the rocks]] sounds so ancient and somewhat melancholic in the beginning with all the OminousLatinChanting. Than the second part changes in tone and style, with Disa chanting a haunting OneWomanWail to the mountain to let the miners get out alive.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGGcSJ9R0dc Nori Brandyfoot]] starts so small, and becomes [[SugarWiki/HeartwarmingMoments heartwarming]], bringing in mind "Concerning Hobbits". The soundtrack expresses both Nori's curiosity and the Harfoots' naivete, being separated from the rest of the world, never concerning themselves with what happens outside of their little piece of heaven.
* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZDaDG9LVzU This Wandering Day]], sung by Poppy, is a clear tribute to the other songs sung by hobbits from [[Film/TheLordOfTheRings PJ's trilogy]].

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9tnZRs4tNE Requiem for a Tower]] music (in the second half of the Two Towers trailer), which is SO epic it was copied for half the music videos on Website/{{Youtube}}.
** "Requiem for a Tower" is a re-recorded version of [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKLpJtvzlEI Lux Aeterna]] from ''Film/RequiemForADream''.

* Six words: [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yn1nYG428so THE LORD OF THE RINGS SYMPHONY.]] It's a whole Crowning Music of Awesome. In no particular order:
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eejaVJuEWk Prologue.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK6KK7NhdQU The Shire.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzsHrBVHqiY The Black Riders.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HatvXyMaxaQ The Fellowship.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz-79QZ1IpE Isengard.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mADfWufrw-w The Bridge of Khazad-dûm.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qC6c3xAX8B8 The Breaking of the Fellowship.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L59XS5gVGWo Lothlórien.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOIEsnQNVMI Sméagol.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NldBUqL1AY0 Rohan.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYN6NrY4jvY Shadowfax.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePIXwrL2-dE The March of the Ents.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tprNm7qEd8c The Lighting of the Beacons.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUiIwF6p6qc Andúril.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9Bp5mO3AQM Destruction of the Ring.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIKKwPW9S14 Return of the King.]]
** [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psgypnpM810 The Grey Havens.]]
** And, for the win, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxRA4g7mUC0 Use Well the Days.]]
* The Piano Guys did a medley [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZNqs0YgWkM right here.]] It's pretty good.

* [[http://thatguywiththeglasses.com/videolinks/thatguywiththeglasses/nostalgia-critic/9754-lotr Say what you want]] about the [[WesternAnimation/TheLordOfTheRings Bakshi Movie]], but the main theme is [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjsWr9FT824 awesome]].

* The stage musical version may have had some story issues, but there's no denying how amazing the music is. Highlights include the stage version of Bilbo's walking song, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gC4dcu_CvA The Road Goes On]], Galadriel's gorgeous introduction song, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fhIQaqBkSg Lothlorien]], and Frodo and Sam's sweet and simple FriendshipSong, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odazGzmf_7w Now and For Always.]]

%%* [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wS-uS9pmho This rendition of the Ents' Marching song.]] Words cannot do it justice.

!!''[[Series/TheLordOfTheRingsTheRingsOfPower]]''

!!''[[Series/The Rings of Power]]''

!!''The Rings of Power''

* ClamaviDeProfundis' a cappella rendition of [[https://youtu.be/8PSFN2r6bXY "The Song of Durin"]] is a simultaneously triumphant and mournful telling of dwarven history.

* Clamavi De Profundis' a cappella rendition of [[https://youtu.be/8PSFN2r6bXY "The Song of Durin"]] is a simultaneously triumphant and mournful telling of dwarven history.

* Short as it is, [[https://youtu.be/hHAP7NvBOU0 The Ring Goes South]] is an awesome piece that plays as the Fellowship leaves Rivendell and culminates in literal fanfare accompanying a shot of the Fellowship as they come up over a hill one-by-one. Never before has a group of people walking passed a rock been so epic!

* Five words: [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGDXZR5SjK8 "The End of All Things"]]. Brilliantly repurposed in [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz4jhvhq8M0 this]] Japanese news report about an unfortunate kiwi bird. In the extended soundtrack, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NETAza-epHk The Crack Of Doom]]. It is basically glory incarnate played during the destruction of [[ArtifactOfDoom The One Ring]]. Although the finale of the song is more quiet and heartbreaking, as everyone begins to suspect Frodo and Sam did not survive.

* Short as it is, [[https://youtu.be/hHAP7NvBOU0 The Ring Goes South]] is an awesome piece that plays as the Fellowship leaves Rivendell and culminates in literal fanfare accompanying a shot of the Fellowship as they come up over a hill one-by-one.

* The [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUXP8VEXWMs film's rendition]] of "[[http://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Under_the_mountain_dark_and_tall Under the mountain dark and tall]]" (itself a later variation of "[[http://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Far_over_the_misty_mountains_cold Far over the misty mountains cold]]") is excellent. Even better than the film's version of the more well-known early variation, and without contest the best piece of music in the animated adaptation of ''The Hobbit''.

* The "[[https://youtu.be/ZgJYNveHOYU?t=3m50s Lighting of the Beacons]]" is an amazing track all the way throughout. When Pippin lights the first beacon, the song transitions into an chaotic and exciting melody like a wildfire spreading. The music then bursts into the confident and glorious theme of Gondor. It serves as a fitting theme song for GondorCallsForAid.

* The 1981 BBC radio drama has Bill Nighy's rendition of Sam's song in Cirith Ungol, [[https://youtu.be/hCD-ZW8CtJo "In western lands beneath the sun"]] which, while unpolished, manages to be a sweet ballad and a heartfelt battle cry at the same time