Gritty low brass (cimbassos & bass trombones) announce the arrival of something big and scary. Then the chase begins! Up the ravine, down the river, across the jungle, with fear and danger in hot pursuit.
A romantic theme? Not exactly. A portrait of a woman in peril? Not that either. More like a reflection of inner and outer beauty, revealing feminine power to charm and captivate. With a hint of sorrow and redemption yet to come.
How to create a theme that tells the tragic tale of this gently savage beast? The orchestra rises to a crescendo, anticipating... Suddenly dissonance and despair in a jaggedly descending melody, answered with a rising return over shifting foundations.
Pulled out all the stops for Kong's climactic battle. This version of Kong's theme features stabbing trumpets, epic horns, massive choir, and a constantly churning orchestra. Yes, this was fun to record. :)
All music composed, orchestrated, and produced by Chance Thomas.
From the video game release of PETER JACKSON'S KING KONG.
