ChuckM 1 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 A couple to start it off:Fireworks from Order of the PhoenixEnd Credits from Independence Day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desplat13 1 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Music for the Royal Fireworks, by George Frideric Handel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLUMENKOHL 1,064 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 That...is not very Fireworky music.Try 1812 Overture. Or the Can-Can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hlao-roo 388 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 "The Firework Display" (The Claim) by Michael Nyman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyecks 33 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I will always feel that Gavin Greenaway's music for Epcots' " " is the epitome for fireworks music.Sadly, everything since I first saw and heard that has been judged by it. LOVE all 10 glorious minutes of it. But the best is on the cd, so you get the bookends. Nice closure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 5,520 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Fireworks. Done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desplat13 1 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 That...is not very Fireworky music.Are you saying Handel failed? Actually, I can't even remember now what it sounded like. Just seemed like a fitting title. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unlucky Bastard 7,765 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 "Fireworks" by Nicholas Hooper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Skywalker 1,284 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 victory celebration...or ewok celebration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,251 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Pillow Talk from Basic Instinct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrScratch 292 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 A few years ago, the Baltimore Symphony did an outdoor sci-fi fireworks concert. The first half of the program started at dusk and was the usual scifi themes, Superman, 2001, E.T., Star Trek with no fireworks. The second half of the program was all Star Wars and performed with fireworks. It worked amazingly well, even with quieter pieces like Princess Leia's theme and The Little People, they used smaller "quieter" fireworks. Of course for pieces like The Imperial March and Duel of the Fates it sent chills down your spine and everyone was going insane at the very end of Throne Room/Finale and the big finish. I can't think of a better program than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desplat13 1 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Wow. That sounds excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckM 1 Posted July 5, 2008 Author Share Posted July 5, 2008 Did they make an exploding death-star out of fireworks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Crichton 4 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 The Exploding Blue Danube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrScratch 292 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Did they make an exploding death-star out of fireworks?No, but it was timed exceptionally well. Crescendos and timpani hits and even brass flourishes were accented with fireworks. It was amazing, and I've always wondered how much input the conductor had to the fireworks portion of the concert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marian Schedenig 5,520 Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 Perhaps he had a boom track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#SnowyVernalSpringsEternal 10,251 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 Most likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacob 0 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 A few years ago, the Baltimore Symphony did an outdoor sci-fi fireworks concert. The first half of the program started at dusk and was the usual scifi themes, Superman, 2001, E.T., Star Trek with no fireworks. The second half of the program was all Star Wars and performed with fireworks. It worked amazingly well, even with quieter pieces like Princess Leia's theme and The Little People, they used smaller "quieter" fireworks. Of course for pieces like The Imperial March and Duel of the Fates it sent chills down your spine and everyone was going insane at the very end of Throne Room/Finale and the big finish. I can't think of a better program than that.This isn't it, is it? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HxOFX6CXVgIt starts with Pirates then goes into Star Wars and the fireworks start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,095 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 I will always feel that Gavin Greenaway's music for Epcots' " " is the epitome for fireworks music.Sadly, everything since I first saw and heard that has been judged by it. LOVE all 10 glorious minutes of it. But the best is on the cd, so you get the bookends. Nice closure.I agree. I never knew what is was or if there was a CD release though. Just happened to find it in someone's trading list, and it being Greenaway I got it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Barnsbury 8 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 Yeah, his music for both "Illuminations" and "Tapestry of Nations" (a retired Epcot parade) is really great. Has he ever composed anything else?Also, the music from the current Magic Kingdom fireworks show "Wishes" is a really nice combination of classic Disney music and new score. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,095 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 Has he ever composed anything else?He is a long time collaborator with Hans Zimmer and team. He has never composed anything solo, as he mostly orchestrates, conducts, or provides additional music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morlock 9 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 I will always feel that Gavin Greenaway's music for Epcots' " " is the epitome for fireworks music.Sadly, everything since I first saw and heard that has been judged by it. LOVE all 10 glorious minutes of it. But the best is on the cd, so you get the bookends. Nice closure. I must say.....I like the sound of that! Do you know where one can find the CD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Barnsbury 8 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 I sent you a PM, Morlock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melange 446 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 For the ultimate fireworks show ~ Empire of the SunAll planned out with certain 'types' of fireworks (graceful slow and speedy rocket booms) and timed perfectly with the music.It would be absolutely astounding. Just imagine it. For example :1:30 : Those mostly silent slowly rising streamers. 2:11 : Almighty booming firework.2:24 : CartwheelsEtc etc etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Williamsfan301 11 Posted July 6, 2008 Share Posted July 6, 2008 So, here's the cue list I used for my home fireworks display (so much for fireworks being illegal in my state in the US)1812 "Fesitval" Overture - Cincinnati Pops Orchestra (2002 Recording) - done before the fireworks until the cannons go offCall of the ChampionsAmerican JourneySound the BellsSummon the HeroesSemper Fidelis MarchWashington Post MarchKing Cotton MarchThe Thunderer Marchand the obvious closerThe Stars and Stripes Forever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ollie 859 Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 This past 4th I listened to American Journey on my iPod while watched the live fireworks show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koray Savas 2,095 Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 I will always feel that Gavin Greenaway's music for Epcots' " " is the epitome for fireworks music.Sadly, everything since I first saw and heard that has been judged by it. LOVE all 10 glorious minutes of it. But the best is on the cd, so you get the bookends. Nice closure. I must say.....I like the sound of that! Do you know where one can find the CD?I would also like the CD as well. Never knew there was one until this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artyjeffrey 20 Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 For some reason, the Slave Children's Crusade.EDIT: Now I remember why. I received the ToD soundtrack as a gift one evening, and the next morning we went to Disneyland for the first time, and at night they had the fireworks. Cryptonesia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boom-tzzzz 0 Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 Stravinsky's "Fireworks", of course :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delorean90 32 Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 I could really see the finale of "The Forest Battle" going great with fireworks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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