Music sets the mood, creates emotions and creates unique images. While it used to be a background element, in the modern world of cinema it is an indispensable part of the production. The central role of film music is hardly surprising when you consider that the soundtracks of our favorite films are often as memorable as the plot itself.
Film music has established itself as an art form in its own right, so much so that tribute concerts in honor of the most beautiful soundtracks are becoming increasingly popular. With a musical sensation like this, you can simply sit back and close your eyes as your favorite scenes from the biggest blockbusters are brought back to life. The enchanting candlelight concerts in Hamburg will transport you to a magical world of epic soundtracks, such as the moving tribute concert to Joe Hisaishi or the best works of Hans Zimmer.
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All upcoming Candlelight Soundtrack tribute concerts
Where do film music concerts take place in Hamburg?
The impressive Candlelight concerts take place in some of the most beautiful venues in the Hanseatic city, including the fascinating museum ship MS Bleichen and the Ethnological Museum. Here, the film magic unfolds its full splendor in a spectacular atmosphere and with outstanding acoustics, taking you on a sparkling journey. Tribute concerts for film music have also been held in the Elbphilharmonie and the Laeiszhalle in the past.
“Film music has to do more than just be there.It should pulsate and undulate, recede and amplify, expand and deepen and intensify the visual images on the screen.“ – Bernard Herrmann
How do soundtracks help with storytelling in film?
Film music can use the leitmotif technique to help build emotional connections between the audience and the plot or characters. With the help of the right music, a difference is created between sympathetic and negative characters. The auditory representation of the characters’ emotional and mental world allows the audience to identify with them and build empathy. The soundtrack intensifies the emotional level in the film to a level that cannot be achieved through images alone.
A fun fact from the world of film music
Director Julie Taymor sat next to Sir Paul McCartney while he watched “Across the Universe” for the first time. During the “All My Loving” sequence, he began to sing along at the top of his voice. At the end of the screening, Taymor asked him if there was anything he didn’t like, to which McCartney replied: “What’s not to like?”