A Conspiracy Unmasked

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After a clear rendition of the Shire music bids the hobbits goodnight, Shore turns to a shadowy bit of writing that includes some of the score’s most unusual orchestrations. Alto flute creates a smoky air of mystery while a rubbed tam-tam and eight timpani (two players) spike the impending danger as Gandalf reveals the true nature of Bilbo’s favorite trinket. Gollum’s Pity theme makes a particularly chilling entrance here under a lingering

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