http://youtu.be/GAId4wQoB1Q The great thing about film music is its ability to transcend the quality of the film it accompanies. This is the case with Far and Away; while the film itself is middling, the score is a diverse collection of ethnic Irish music, touching themes, and dazzling action music. In the standout track "The Land Race," Williams demonstrates his keen sense of adventure. In "County Galway, June 1892," Williams sets the stage with soft but strong Irish tones. The music adds an authenticity to the film that enhances its credibility. Don't let the quality of the film dissuade you from listening to the outstanding score. Highlight tracks include: "County Galway, June 1892," "The Big Match," "Joseph's Dream," and "The Land Race."
13. Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone (2001)
http://youtu.be/zCNHVMIYqiA John Williams' score for the first Harry Potter film laid a rock-solid musical foundation for an eight-film series. Though he only scored the first three films, Williams' familiar music heavily influenced the five to come. In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Williams injects an unforgettable sense of magic. He conjures up and gives life to an entire world of witchcraft and wizardry. The music is distinct and memorable, with cues for an orphaned infant, an aspiring wizard, a flying broomstick, a quidditch match, and an enchanted chess game. The two most recognizable tracks are "Harry's Wondrous World," a lively embodiment of the magical world, and "Hedwig's Theme," which begins with a delicate motif before erupting into rollicking action. It is an iconic score that anyone who believes in movie magic should hear. Highlight tracks include: "Harry's Wondrous World," "Visit to the Zoo and Letters from Hogwarts," "Mr. Longbottom Flies," "Leaving Hogwarts," "The Chess Game" and "Hedwig's Theme."