Returning guest Emma Sherr-Ziarko joins us to go deep in depth on Howard Shore's monumental score for Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring! We discuss Emma's history with 'the sacred texts', Shore's use of orchestration, the importance of Boromir, and much, MUCH more. PLUS: Chris breaks down the film's extraordinary prologue piece-by-piece to demonstrate how Shore's score grounds us in the world of Middle-Earth. Join us, won't you, as we return to the Shire with the Fellowship of the Ring?

My Big Score was created and hosted by Christopher Dole.

Our producer, editor, and social media consultant is Ellie Warren.

All piano music performed by Christopher Dole.

The main theme was composed by Erik Jourgensen.

Show artwork by Chandler Candela.

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