The Music of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - In Four Contemporary Suites

love this show, glad to have a CD of the music.

#KeepTheSecretsI've been lucky enough to have seen Harry Potter and the Cursed Child both in London and New York. From the first time I saw the play, I marvelled at the fantastic set design, the jaw-dropping special effects, the ingenious lighting design and, last, but not least, the incredible sound design. All these production elements combined with the breathtaking master-class that is the acting in this play creates an experience unlike no other.Now, even with everything I've already mentioned there is still one element missing. The one ingredient that binds them all together: the magical score by Imogen Heap. From the moment the house lights fade away we begin to hear the first bars of Heap's score and with a growing sense of First Year excitement we first hear, then see the Wizarding World come alive. The score is nothing like what we've heard before, either in audiobook form or the films, and, while being completely different, it still has a sense of familiarity and homecoming. This speaks to the genius of Heap's contemporary score.While each suite is lovely in their own right, four "cues" stand out. From Suite One, 'Platform 9 3/4' is a perfect introduction to the story, and 'Wand Dance' is a lively cue that perfectly encapsulates the wonder of being at Hogwarts for the first time. 'Albus Severus Potter', also from Suite One and, from Suite Two, 'Staircase Ballet' are bittersweet pieces that highlight the emotional insecurity many of the characters face. From Suite Two, 'Scoripus Alone' creates a sense of terrifying fright and uncertainty, felt throughout the cues of Suite Three, particularly in 'A World of Darkness' and 'A New Prophecy.' In Suite Four, there is one of my favourites: 'Godric's Hollow.' The cue is delightfully mysterious and is perfect for the beginning of the end of the story.' Lily and James' and 'Burning Bed' is a tragically moving cue that highlights the horror of the moment. Finally, 'A Nice Day' is an optimistically beautiful conclusion to a beautiful soundtrack. After listening to this score, it is impossible not to be reminded of a quote from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone:“Ah, music,” [Dumbledore] said, wiping his eyes. “A magic beyond all we do here!”

Purchased this to prepare for our trip to see HP and the CC on Broadway - couldn't have been more pleased. The music is captivating - something for every mood, and when we walked into the theater the night of the performance and the soundtrack was playing in the Lobby before the show, we knew we were ready!

I had not realized during the show, how key the music was to setting the tone and supporting the action. the music is so good that it stands alone as a creative piece.

Wow! Product was delivered in one day and it arrived in perfectly fine shape.CD is very well done. I'm a fan of Imogen Heap's work, and it's nice to hear familiar songs from her past albums reworked here. (IMO, she would do so well scoring films.) Anywho, HP and the CC is a play... NOT a musical. These songs do not have lyrics and were used as scene changes. Imogen has woven all the "between scenes" music together to create this album. Very cleverly done and I like it! Good for painting, driving, cleaning up the house. All I need is my wand...now, where did I put it?

This music makes me cry. It is so beautiful and is extremely inspirational. I love the soundtrack and I love the play. You can just see the play going on in your head when listening to this soundtrack.

Love this album. It’s been on repeat since it arrived. I should mention the case arrived completely broken. That doesn’t take away from the artist/music. But the packaging was rubbish.

Perhaps the most confusing soundtrack ever for a Broadway show. It takes some time to get used to it, but it is just oh, so good.

Skivan funkar och den kom snabbt. Jag är nöjd.

Disque vinyle du monde d’Harry Potter - très belle bande originale

Wunderbarer Soundtrack; ein Muss für jede:n, die/der das Theaterstück gesehen hat - und für alle Fans von Imogen Heap!

Llego en tiempo y forma.

Very enjoyable.