THE VILLAGE (2004) - James Newton Howard - Soundtrack Score Suite
The Village: (James Newton Howard) The closest suspense and horror collaboration in the 2000's to the classic pairing of Alfred Hitchcock and Bernard Herrmann is M. Night Shyamalan and James Newton Howard. Shyamalan seems to be obsessed with supernatural thrillers, and Howard has proven to be a successful partner in bringing the right atmosphere of suspense to the big screen for his films. Their fourth project is 2004's The Village, one of two films in 2004 reportedly originally titled "The Woods." Once again full of darkness and mysterious characters, Shyamalan's film tells the story of rural Covington, Pennsylvania in 1897, a town of less than 100 people that is confined within its boundaries by woods inhabited by a race of "mythical creatures." While two central characters pursue romance, the restless main character performed by Joaquin Phoenix seeks to end the town's historical policy of solitude by exploring the forest. By doing so, the delicate truce between village and forest is violated, and mysterious events begin to happen in both places. Unlike The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable, and Signs, The Village is Shyamalan's first recent journey to a historical age, and to better capture the authenticity of that era, the director calls upon James Newton Howard to add a touch of period piece mastery to his usual suspense writing for Shyamalan's films. Howard's previous three efforts in the collaboration have not gained much attention in the mainstream, although they have remained popular within the nucleus of hardcore film score collectors. The reigning triumph of the trilogy is still The Sixth Sense, both in film and in score, although The Village figures to give The Sixth Sense a run for its money as far as the score is concerned. Howard employs the talents of teenage sensation Hilary Hahn, a sensational violinist with talent discovered at a young age and already performing on Sony Classical albums. Her innocent, elegant style is put to strong use throughout the entire length of his score for The Village.
Howard's unwavering foundation for The Village is built upon Hahn's violin and the piano performances of Randy Kerber. With their performances constantly meandering in the background (ones authentic for the period in the film), Howard establishes his thematic presence with the remaining majority of the orchestra's string section. Much of the score presents these three elements in soft, mysterious performances that literally blow in the wind and swell and sway from bar to bar. Woodwinds offer additional character when necessary, usually at the high ranges. The title theme is nothing short of outstanding, although its beauty impresses you with its subtle, but technically precise performances of violin and piano. Only appearing a few times in full, the under-emphasized theme occupies one full performance in the first cue as well as gorgeous moments in "Those We Don't Speak Of" and "The Gravel Road." That final spectacular performance in "The Gravel Road" is accompanied by delicate woodwinds in counterpoint, and these few, but remarkable cues provide more than enough enjoyment in the score as a whole. Given that the film is one of suspense, of course, there are several less elegant cues to keep us on the edge of our seats. In "The Bad Color," Howard sustains the cue with eerie sound effects produced by the orchestra, including the ambience of howling animals, wind chimes, and rustling chains, among others. The first half of "Those We Don't Speak Of" opens with a full strike of the orchestra and features disjointed and startling brass for two minutes. Two late cues, "The Forbidden Line" and "It Is Not Real" consist of the majority of pure horror writing, flowing from tingling sound effects to extended bass string notes and building into pounding percussion and distorted, wavering brass (there may even be an accordion sandwiched in there somewhere). As a whole, the score has frightening moments, and it unfortunately ends without any note of interest, but the piano, woodwind, and solo violin performances in between -and especially those with the full backing of the ensemble- are pure magic. Be sure to listen to these moments at high volume to appreciate their subtle beauty, but also be sure to turn the volume back down before a terrifying blast destroys your system. Such is the nature of a good suspense score! ****
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I don't know why, but I feel sorry for those people who say the movie The Village was boring, terrible, a waste of their time. I feel if you don't have the sensitivity to see what a remarkable masterpiece this movie is, there is sadly something missing in your soul, something gentle, and caring for the human condition of your fellow human beings on this planet we all share. But as in everything, we all have our own opinions, and this is mine.
@TravelDairies
2 жыл бұрын
Very true brother, such people are only psycopaths, lack emotions.
@sunnyalex
Жыл бұрын
I agree with what you wrote. I believe I understand what you tried to express. This movie is so beautiful and carefully created.
@marygrant8255
Жыл бұрын
It’s a love story. It’s beautifully done. ❤
@Chibanah
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately the movie was labeled incorrectly as horror, then all movie sites used this label and people got disappointed where is the horror in it? I also started to watch it as horror, then I realized it is a very nice romantic movie, and I still loved it, even if I got something else I expected.
@lesleygriffiths653
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful movie and sound track.
One of the greatest soundtracks ever written & a great movie. And the most amazing violinist ever!
It deserved to win the Academy Awards.
@durgs360
3 жыл бұрын
it was nominated
@rossmacmillan1065
3 жыл бұрын
Defo
After watching Glass today I think you should all pay The Village a second viewing. Kinda underrated if you ask me. If you still hate it, that's fine, but I recommend giving it a second chance.
@deeclark8769
2 жыл бұрын
You have inspired me. I rarely hate movies, I didn't hate the Village, but reading your comment I think I might get more from a second viewing. Sometimes more subtle works of art don't get the attention they deserve. Thanks for the comment.
One of my best soundtracks ever!! Thank you James Newton
@pianoboi4842
5 жыл бұрын
Howard
words cannot do this justice in describing how beautiful the violin is in this piece
@scarves4evanoregano
9 жыл бұрын
I feel sad-angry because some people will never hear/understand this. Others will fit it into some generalized world, deemed unworthy of becoming meaningful.
@scarves4evanoregano
9 жыл бұрын
When we do find them it's amazing and perplexing. However, most of the time we find it futile to use words. If finding "the words" was easy I would be writing poems left and right xD trust me I'm into calligraphy and sometimes I miss the words! Nowadays I find myself hating poems 'cause the words just don't speak (ironic much?). I once thought maybe it was the fact of desensitization over mere words on paper; maybe people just don't know how to appreaciate the word; maybe I'm just crazy
@gerontophil
7 жыл бұрын
M2 I´ve found some words for You " Get the fuck lost" !!
@bobbennert1132
6 жыл бұрын
you are so smart jenine
I don't understand how someone can sit down and compose such a lengthy score each part unique in is own right yet still part of a whole. Even less how someone can play it all on sight and with imagination... talented people
Could listen to this ANOTHER 100 times. Never gets old. Oh to hear Hillary Hahn play this live... That would be heaven.
I love so much this soundtrack and the film.
@UniqueGeekFreak
4 жыл бұрын
Your first name is so beautiful, is that an angelic name?
JNH really produces a grandiose melody that just resonate with every part of the soul. I could get lost in his music forever.
This movie is a masterpiece
The violin part starting at 3:50 and going till 4:30 makes me cry! I think about the creation process "Let there be light" from Genesis 1:3... plus everything good that exists including music like this piece that transcends everything and touches deep.
@valdezlopez
8 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, same here: 3:50 til 4:50 is the best part.
@DionysosBacchus29
3 жыл бұрын
Fully agree! Which part of the soundtrack is it from?
@annawinter4465
3 жыл бұрын
How true and beautiful!
@brittlecoz3084
2 жыл бұрын
👌
@julietkennedy6894
2 жыл бұрын
oh my god me too! only one of a few pieces that have ever done this :)
This really is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard! Thank you!!
This soundtrack sends me into a well of sorrowful longing for the loved ones I’ve lost.
@mansiparmar2796
Жыл бұрын
Goshhhh I feel the pain . Unexplainable the amount of pain and sadness it gives. Hold tight bro it won’t fade but might lighten up with time. Sending u my healing prayers.
This is still James Newton Howard's best score for a Shyamalan film.
@pianoboi4842
4 жыл бұрын
This shares the podium with Lady in the water and The last airbender
I agree with earlier comments. Here is a piece of music that is so deep!! It is simple, pastoral, has the love theme in it and it is mysterious and eerie as the setting for the movie. The violin brings me to tears every time I hear it.
@julietkennedy6894
2 жыл бұрын
absolutely !
Ich höre das wieder, und wieder, und wird nie langweilig.
Must play this one day while I take a run early in the morning in New England.
I listened to this while reading Frankenstein. It fits perfectly with the descriptions of Switzerland and the melancholic athmosphere
This helped me through a sad time , thank you
@annawinter4465
3 жыл бұрын
Are you still doing okay?
@Icarus-rk9nl
3 жыл бұрын
@@annawinter4465 yh I'm good, time is the greatest magician.
Since his work for Elton John I absolutely adore the sensitivity of James Newton-Howard and his own tone and athmospheres he´s creating. Somehow a postmodern Claude Debussy and César Franck ...
Perfección en estado puro, sin palabras.
M Night Shyamalan is legend
I completely fell in love with this music.
Loveley text in the end. Thank you for that.
What a piece of art.
A masterpiece that is only gaining more attention now than ever and that's all M. Night Shyamalan could've ever wanted or asked for.
I love this tiny part : 7:49- 7: 56 :)
Beautiful work as always by James.
Lets say : in a world full of vanity never stop understanding who you really are.
film VESNICE jsem viděla snad milionkrát,je ůžasnej a to i díky hudbě...nádhera
The violin is Hilary Hahn. Amazing WOMAN and violinist! Another young talent that works in the near future might emulate Hillary is CHLOE CHUA
great soundtrack, thanks
Absolument superbe... Cette musique me transporte à chaque écoute. Ressentir, c'est vivre !
Reminiscent of Ralph Vaughn Williams, particularly The Lark Ascending.
@BradBrassman
10 жыл бұрын
...and fantasy on a theme by Thomas Tallis, but truly the heir of R.V.W?
thanks for uploading that again. i really love it.
bruh i love JNH so much
Sublime. Bello. Gracias.
WOW this blew me away
I’m listening to this masterpiece and the ads keep popping up to scare me 😳
What an awesome songs! :)
Una obra maestra.... poniendo música a otra obra maestra. Maravillosa.
Thank you
This movie is beautiful. I wish I could go to the village
The best music from one of my fave movies
Parabéns... Muito lindo !
Check out James Newton Howard's latest score here: Nightcrawler Soundtrack - James Newton Howard - Official Preview
A beautiful score.
Listen to this with rainy mood ;-; the feels..
It is a real masterpiece! ❤️
Really soothes the soul, ya know.
In order to appreciate this movie you need to be able to appreciate the fact that its a work of art about the human condition, it is not a horror film.
Bryce Dallas Howard and Joaquin Phoenix had really good chemistry in this movie. I'm surprised theyve only done this one movie together.
i can write to this for hours
love it :)
Sublime. Masterpiece
Somehow this score reminds me of the woodlands in New England for some reason.
Great film and a fantastic score. Hilary Hahn is the violinist. It's a shame all those Vin Diesel movie lovers would stop watching these movies that have an interesting and different story which doesn't involve blowing cars up. Go back to watching your 15 y/o viewer movies that the Hollywood cookie cutter churn out week after week.
@AM-zh2vu
7 жыл бұрын
Catweasle Yeah but I heard that this one didn't do so good.
@wpegram9868
4 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite movies. More complex and satisfying than I realized on first viewing.
MASTERPIECE!!!
Roger Ebert may he rest in peace gave 2 thumbs down on this movie this is the one time I think he was absolutely wrong , Those people did the right thing according to their hearts and consciences if this happened in the real world I for one would say Bravo
I strongly feel the people who are afraid of this world.
grande james newton !!.. calidad de musica detectada ... :D
6:22 es mi favorita
10:42-10:54 ❤
I can hear Jhin humming...
1:19 ^^
❤️👌🏻
I loled. And agreed.
Musica sublime
@sunnyalex
Жыл бұрын
I wished everybody could watch the village and the lady in the water in his or her mother language, in good quality and with a good sound system. Perhaps it would make the world a better place.
YES11 i CAN BE ALL THOSE THINGS IN THE POEM!!
I'm hearing music not on the soundtrack. Where did you find it?
@willphillipsmusic
8 жыл бұрын
+Scott Bernard James Newton Howard is unique in that he always creates a suite for the films he scores, so when it comes to scoring the actual film he already has material to work with. This is the suite, therefore it was not used in the actual film. I'm guessing this was probably recorded and produced separately, perhaps in his own studio. So the film studio doesn't own the rights to include it in the soundtrack. Although I can't really answer your question... because I can't seem to find it either.
@Schnurpselbacke1
8 жыл бұрын
+Will Phillips Music, that's because this suite was made by myself (at home, with Windows Movie Maker). :D
@willphillipsmusic
8 жыл бұрын
+Schnurpselbacke1 That would also explain it! :D
@StefanoDiPerna
8 жыл бұрын
+Schnurpselbacke1 I think that I will elaborate an Orchestration for Violin and Orchestral Accompaniment (with Virtual Instrument) next months on your Suite. I'm a Violinist, Composer and MIDI Programmer, I love your version of the Suite !!! I have already made a similar job with FLYING KITE by Paolo Vivaldi. :)
@Schnurpselbacke1
8 жыл бұрын
+Stefano Di Perna, thank you very much! I'm really looking forward to your arrangement. :) ... Can we hear your version of FLYING KITE somewhere?
Jhin
........and everything Shyamalan has done after Unbreakable SUCKS TO HIGH HEAVEN!!!
If only the actual movie was this good.
James Newton Howard , viva la madre que te parió !
thank you so much for posting this ❤️