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* MerryInMinorKey: Songs in minor keys that defy the "major keys are happy, minor keys are sad" stereotype. These tunes are associated with positive themes and/or heroic characters.
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* HappyCircusMusic: Upbeat circus music, often in a traditional style such as a waltz or a march, that creates an uplifting and fun mood for a circus or carnival setting.
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* ChristmasSongs: When the heroes intend to [[SavingChristmas save Christmas]].
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* HallowenSongs (when DarkIsNotEvil)
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* {{Theremin}}, when used in superhero movies or for similar effect.
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* TheVillainSucksSong: The hero(es) (or supporting characters) sing a song insulting/deriding the villain(s).
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* TheVillainSucksSong: The hero(es) (or supporting characters) sing a song insulting/deriding the villain(s).villain(s).
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* TheVillainSucksSong: The hero sings hero(es) (or supporting characters) sing a song insulting/deriding the villain.villain(s).
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This index lists tropes about music that indicates heroism. It includes music genres that are typically portrayed as heroic, instruments that are usually used for enlightenment and harmony, and musical numbers about or sung by heroes and/or sidekicks.
Contrast EvilMusicIndex.
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!!Tropes:
* AutobotsRockOut: Rock music that applies to the heroes fighting their enemies in an epic battle.
* BSODSong: For certain heroes who undergo their HeroicBSOD, singing about how bad they feel.
* BattleThemeMusic: In video games, battles are typically indicated by upbeat or tense music to signify the heroes' fights against bosses.
* BraggingThemeTune: A show's opening theme song focuses on highlighting how powerful and/or brave the hero/protagonist is.
* BravadoSong: Heroes and/or sidekicks sing about how brave or fearless they are.
** IAmGreatSong: Heroes sing about how wonderful they are, with their accomplishments and skills.
* CherubicChoir: The singing of children used to give an encouraging and/or positive feel to a scene, normally indicating that the good guys are in the middle of triumphing.
* ClimacticMusic: The music gets more dramatic during the most exciting part of the plot, as the heroes are facing their arch-enemies during their final battle.
* {{Fanfare}}: A type of MoodMotif that is meant to be stirring and uplifting for the heroes.
* GainingConfidenceSong: A good guy starts to gain confidence and loosens up through singing a song.
* HeroVsVillainDuet: The hero and the villain sing a song together, signifying their conflict.
* HolyPipeOrgan: A pipe organ means that something is sacred or religious, generally used for the SaintlyChurch.
* IAmSong: A song which establishes a hero's personality, role in the plot, and/or motivations.
* IAmBecomingSong: A hero or heroine sings about the changes s/he went through/is going through, usually after their CharacterDevelopment and begins to [[LookWhatICanDoNow show off their cool powers]].
* IWantSong: Heroes express their ambitions or dreams through a musical number before their [[TheHerosJourney journey]].
* InnocentSoprano: In musical theater, the innocent romantic heroine has a high singing voice.
** TenorBoy: Gender-wise, the young and idealistic romantic lead in theater tends to sing in the tenor range.
* LastEpisodeThemeReprise: The theme song plays in the background of a climatic scene in the finale, usually showcasing the {{final battle}} between the HeroProtagonist (and/or in some cases, the BigGood) and the BigBad.
* PepTalkSong: A song is sung to encourage heroes to achieve their goals.
* ThePowerOfRock: A group of heroes defeats the villain via rock & roll music.
* SavedByTheChurchBell: Salvation, triumph, or redemption are marked by the ringing of church bells.
* SidekickSong: The good guys' {{sidekick}}s have their moments to shine with a song.
* SongOfCourage: Whenever the hero or their allies are under great odds, one of the good guys gives a speech or word via song.
* ThemeMusicPowerUp: When any hero does something amazing, their theme plays loudly.
* TriumphantReprise: A chipper (and possibly heroic) version of a [[DarkReprise previous song]] that was depressing in tone.
* VictoriousChorus: A chorus signifies triumph, usually signifying for the heroes' victories over the bad guys.
* TheVillainSucksSong: The hero sings a song insulting/deriding the villain.
Contrast EvilMusicIndex.
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!!Tropes:
* AutobotsRockOut: Rock music that applies to the heroes fighting their enemies in an epic battle.
* BSODSong: For certain heroes who undergo their HeroicBSOD, singing about how bad they feel.
* BattleThemeMusic: In video games, battles are typically indicated by upbeat or tense music to signify the heroes' fights against bosses.
* BraggingThemeTune: A show's opening theme song focuses on highlighting how powerful and/or brave the hero/protagonist is.
* BravadoSong: Heroes and/or sidekicks sing about how brave or fearless they are.
** IAmGreatSong: Heroes sing about how wonderful they are, with their accomplishments and skills.
* CherubicChoir: The singing of children used to give an encouraging and/or positive feel to a scene, normally indicating that the good guys are in the middle of triumphing.
* ClimacticMusic: The music gets more dramatic during the most exciting part of the plot, as the heroes are facing their arch-enemies during their final battle.
* {{Fanfare}}: A type of MoodMotif that is meant to be stirring and uplifting for the heroes.
* GainingConfidenceSong: A good guy starts to gain confidence and loosens up through singing a song.
* HeroVsVillainDuet: The hero and the villain sing a song together, signifying their conflict.
* HolyPipeOrgan: A pipe organ means that something is sacred or religious, generally used for the SaintlyChurch.
* IAmSong: A song which establishes a hero's personality, role in the plot, and/or motivations.
* IAmBecomingSong: A hero or heroine sings about the changes s/he went through/is going through, usually after their CharacterDevelopment and begins to [[LookWhatICanDoNow show off their cool powers]].
* IWantSong: Heroes express their ambitions or dreams through a musical number before their [[TheHerosJourney journey]].
* InnocentSoprano: In musical theater, the innocent romantic heroine has a high singing voice.
** TenorBoy: Gender-wise, the young and idealistic romantic lead in theater tends to sing in the tenor range.
* LastEpisodeThemeReprise: The theme song plays in the background of a climatic scene in the finale, usually showcasing the {{final battle}} between the HeroProtagonist (and/or in some cases, the BigGood) and the BigBad.
* PepTalkSong: A song is sung to encourage heroes to achieve their goals.
* ThePowerOfRock: A group of heroes defeats the villain via rock & roll music.
* SavedByTheChurchBell: Salvation, triumph, or redemption are marked by the ringing of church bells.
* SidekickSong: The good guys' {{sidekick}}s have their moments to shine with a song.
* SongOfCourage: Whenever the hero or their allies are under great odds, one of the good guys gives a speech or word via song.
* ThemeMusicPowerUp: When any hero does something amazing, their theme plays loudly.
* TriumphantReprise: A chipper (and possibly heroic) version of a [[DarkReprise previous song]] that was depressing in tone.
* VictoriousChorus: A chorus signifies triumph, usually signifying for the heroes' victories over the bad guys.
* TheVillainSucksSong: The hero sings a song insulting/deriding the villain.
