Howard Shore: Anthology – The Paris Concerts is a magnificent compilation of iconic scores, masterfully crafted by the renowned composer Howard Shore. Released on 21 March 2025 under the esteemed label Deutsche Grammophon, this 2-hour and 6-minute album is a testament to Shore's incredible versatility and artistry.
The album takes you on a journey through some of Shore's most celebrated works, including excerpts from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Hobbit, Eastern Promises, The Fly, Naked Lunch, Ed Wood, and Crash. Each piece has been carefully selected to showcase Shore's unique ability to evoke emotions and transport audiences to new worlds.
From the haunting beauty of "The Noble Wood" to the ominous tones of "The White Hand", Shore's music is a perfect blend of orchestral grandeur and intimate nuance. The Paris Concerts also feature stunning performances of his scores from films like Eastern Promises, with the mesmerising "Tatiana / Trans-Siberian Diary", and Ed Wood, with the enchanting "Esther Kahn (Paris Suite)".
As a composer, Howard Shore has consistently pushed the boundaries of film music, and this anthology is a remarkable celebration of his craft. With its sweeping themes, intricate textures, and masterful orchestration, Howard Shore: Anthology – The Paris Concerts is an essential listening experience for fans of soundtrack music and anyone who appreciates the art of composition.
Tracks
The Noble Wood (I Roderyn) - From "The Hobbit"Howard Shore, Olivier Doise, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Where the Shadows Lie - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The History of the Ring - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
A Long-Expected Party - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Seduction of the Ring - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
A Black Shadow - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Last Homely House - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Turning Southwards - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Road Under the Mountain - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Halls of Durin - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Durin's Bane - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Golden Wood - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Gandalf’s Lament - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Beyond Lothlórien - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Anduin - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The White Hand - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Passing of Boromir - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Fate of the Bearer - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
In Dreams - From "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring"Howard Shore, Fran Walsh, La Maitrise De Radio France, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
CataniaHoward Shore, Jean-Paul Gasparian
Esther Kahn (Paris Suite)Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Eastern Promises - From "Eastern Promises"Howard Shore, Raphaëlle Moreau, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Bastien Stil
Tatiana / Trans-Siberian Diary - From "Eastern Promises"Howard Shore, Raphaëlle Moreau, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Bastien Stil
The Fly - From "The Fly"Howard Shore, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Plasma Pool - From "The Fly"Howard Shore, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Stathis Enters - From "The Fly"Howard Shore, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Stairs - From "The Fly"Howard Shore, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
The Jump - From "The Fly"Howard Shore, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Finale - From "The Fly"Howard Shore, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Naked Lunch - From "Naked Lunch"Howard Shore, Stéphane Guillaume, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Fadela's Coven / Dr. Benway - From "Naked Lunch"Howard Shore, Stéphane Guillaume, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Ludwig Wicki
Ed Wood (Transcr. for Theremin and Orchestra) - From "Ed Wood"Howard Shore, Lydia Kavina, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Grave Robbers (Transcr. for Theremin and Orchestra) - From "Ed Wood"Howard Shore, Lydia Kavina, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
This Is the One (Transcr. for Theremin and Orchestra) - From "Ed Wood"Howard Shore, Lydia Kavina, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Crash - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
CineTerra - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Mechanism Of Occupant Ejection - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Mirror Image - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Where's the Car? - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Sexual Logic - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Road Research Laboratory - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Chromium Bower - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Triton - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
Prophecy Is Dirty and Ragged - From "Crash"Howard Shore, Le Balcon, Mike Schäperclaus
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Flawless Sound, Dreamy Gem
5 out of 5 stars
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Sound quality is flawless. Highly recommend. “In dreams” is a gem.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Sound quality is pristine. Highly recommend. “In dreams” is a gem.
Unlistenable Surface Noise
1 out of 5 stars
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Awful surface noise. Almost unbearable to listen to. It's stunning to look at and the packaging is fantastic, but consider this more of a trikent and a collector's item, not something you'd actually want to listen to.
Surface Noise Nightmare
1 out of 5 stars
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Awful surface noise. Almost unbearable to listen to. It's stunning to look at and the packaging is fantastic, but consider this more of a trikent and a collector's item, not something you'd actually want to listen to.
