Sung by alto Hilary Summers, “Gilraen’s Song” marks the first use of the Diminishment of the Elves, the melody that represents the Elvish concept of death and finality, but which will be more thoroughly explored in The Two Towers. Aragorn’s visit to his mother’s grave, offers a literal finality, but also calls Aragorn’s future into question. Will he face the weight his heritage carries? If so, what will be the cost? Back indoors, Shore

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