Doctor Who Original Music from Series 3
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Free Music Notes for Doctor Who Original Music from Series 3
Free Music Review: The great music is one of the things that distinguishes the new Dr. Who
Hit: 5 Stars
In comparing the new Dr. Who to the older series, many people talk about the improvements in the writing, the production values (sets, costumes, etc.), and the overall acting (many of the earlier Doctors were played by good actors, but the same couldn't always be said for many of the other characters). But one area that really is key to what makes the new Dr. Who so good is the music. In the earlier Dr. Who series, the music, apart from the title theme, wasn't very memorable; it was pretty generic TV music. The all changed with the new series, however. Starting with series 1, the music got better. Now, with series 3, it's gotten better still. The series 3 soundtrack is one of the best soundtracks of the year.
The music works very well to enhance the series, portaying a range of emotions, helping create a sense of wonder in places, and really setting the whole tone of the series. A few tracks, in particular, are worth calling out:
"All the Stange Strange Creatures" establishes both an action pace and at the same time a sense of awe. It works through several variations, using various instruments, and is one of the best pieces on the album.
"A Dream of a Normal Death" and "The Doctor Forever" also are awe inspiring (the use of human voice in the "The Doctor Forever" is marvelous). They also help capture something in the new Dr. Who that wasn't present in the older shows: a sense of loss, a sense that even a happy ending can have a touch of tragedy about it.
This continues on what may be the best track on the album, "This Is Gallifrey: Our Childhood, Our Home," which establishes both a longing as well as a thrilling sense of wonder.
Finally, it's worth mentioning the very Danny Elmanesque "The Gridlocked Cassinis" and "Donna's Theme," both of which are quite playful, interjecting a lot of fluffy fun into the album.
I could go on. Almost all the tracks are good, and most are quite memorable. As I said earlier, this is one of the best soundtracks of the year.
Free Music Review: More beautiful than the first CD
Hit: 5 Stars
Doctor Who: Series Three, in my opinion, is one of the most beautifully scored television seasons. The fact that it's scored with a full orchestra, like Series One and Two, is truly a treat for the ears; but Mr. Gold's music within Series Three has grown right along with the new series. It's thrilling, bittersweet and poignant.
The opening track, 'All the Strange, Strange Creatures,' will sweep you up and make you impatient, to the point of finger drumming, for Series Four!
The main reason I bought it was for the music from the final three episodes of Series Three, which is absolutely gorgeous and heart-pounding. 'This is Gallifrey: Our Childhood, Our Home,' is particularly moving, especially in light of how Series Three ended. Mr. Gold's score for our favorite Time Lord's recalling of his lost home planet carries within it all of the mystery and allure that any fan could imagine; and on this soundtrack, it's an extended version, with an almost child-like, fairy-tale refrain in the middle.
The waltz-like 'Martha's Theme' and 'Martha Triumphant,' variations of which played throughout Series Three, are beautiful compositions, which capture the personality and presence of Martha perfectly. 'Donna's Theme,' captures the quirkiness of Catherine Tate's character, which we'll be seeing more of in Series Four.
Overall, if you liked the soundtrack to Series One and Two, well, you're gonna LOVE this! Mr. Gold has exceeded himself and, in my mind, has cemented himself as one of the great modern composers of (dare I say it?!?) contemporary classical music. Incidental though it may be, there is nothing incidental about it!
Free Music Review: This music does what not many soundtracks can: Play on its own right.
Hit: 5 Stars
Have you ever bought a music soundtrack for loving the TV show it's grafted to?
Then play it on its own, with acquaintances and strangers "What the heck is that noise?" With you, in return, giving the long dreary speech about "Oh, that came from _____ and that's why it sounds like that" and so on?
Well, this music plays on its own.
Murray Gold's music is able to transcend "tv soundtrack" into "rich, evocative music". I'll definitely agree his is the best music for any TV show made today, and I'd love to hear anything not inspired by people running around or doing other things for a television audience.
Definitely listen to the sample tracks. Pity they're only a few seconds in length. But the strength of the material easily made it worth the purchase. Like a siren (of Greek mythology), it will lure you. Unlike a siren, embracing the music won't kill you. :)
Free Music Review: Beautiful & Memorable
Hit: 5 Stars
The soundtrack for the third season of the 2005 "Doctor Who" is a wonderful release, featuring original vocal tracks used in the series ("The Stowaway" and "My Angel Put the Devil in Me") as well as the majority of the BGM heard throughout the series' episodes. It definitely shows the extremely talented Murray Gold's broad spectrum of styles as the songs range drastically in scope.
I find this soundtrack better than the first one, but not by much. The only negative thing I would say is that it doesn't contain ALL of the music from season 3 and, unfortunately, it doesn't currently look like there will be another release with the missing pieces. Nonetheless, this is a stunning release and definitely well-worth your time and money.
Free Music Review: Shall I Compare Three to a Summer's Day?
Hit: 5 Stars
This soundtrack follows quick on one before,
Expanding its concepts in ways most bold.
No rehash inertia, nothing to bore;
Not resting on his laurels, Murray Gold!
The warm romantic sweep of Martha's theme,
Weird chants of Dalek hybrid genesis,
Elegies of the Doctor's mortal dream,
Harsh drumbeats of his reborn nemesis:
All these but the merest hint of the range.
That said, of lacunae there are a few.
Still, this is music most wondrous and strange,
Sure to appeal to fans of Doctor Who.
Hear this CD in all its varied tones,
Relive the tales of Doctors Smith and Jones!