The Legend of Tarzan (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is the soundtrack and score album to the film of the same name featuring original music composed and arranged by Rupert Gregson-Williams. Initially, he was set to co-write the score with Hans Zimmer, before receiving the sole credit as the film's composer. WaterTower Music released the soundtrack album digitally on June 24, 2016, followed by a physical release on July 15, 2016. It featured two songs, "Opar" co-written by Gregson-Wiliams and Lebo M and performed by Zoe Mthiyane, and "Better Love" written and performed by Hozier, which was used in the film's end credits. Anthony Clarke, Thomas Farnon, and Tom Howe are credited for additional music.
The Japanese version of the film uses "Nawe, Nawe" by Alexandros as its theme song.
Reception Music critic Jonathan Broxton gave a mixed review for the soundtrack, saying "There's nothing greatly wrong with The Legend of Tarzan in the bigger scheme of things; it's functional, inoffensive, culturally respectful, and goes out of its way to mirror the current board-approved action music sound, which won't upset any of the film's key target demographics. "
Track listing
Personnel Album credits adapted from CD liner notes:
Instruments Cello – Peter Gregson Violin – Thomas Bowes Percussion – Paul Clarvis Vocals Solo vocals – Zoe Mthiyane Vocal production – Lebo M Vocal recording – Johan Van Der Colff Choir Choir – London Voices Choirmasters – Ben Parry, Terry Edwards Orchestra Concertmaster – Thomas Bowes Orchestration and conductor – Alastair King Orchestra contractor – Isobel Griffiths Music preparation – Jill Streater Management Music business and legal affairs – Dirk Hebert, Lisa Margolis, Ray Gonzalez Executive in charge of music (Warner Bros. Pictures) – Paul Broucek Executive in charge of soundtracks (WaterTower Music) – Jason Linn Studio managers AIR Studios – Alison Burton Remote Control Productions – Shalini Singh Production Music composer and arranger – Rupert Gregson-Williams Additional music and programming – Thomas Farnon, Tom Howe, Tony Clarke Technical score engineer – James Roberson Score recording – Nick Wollage Mixing – Alan Meyerson, Nick Wollage Mixing assistance – Forest Christenson, Tom Bailey Mastering – Gavin Lurssen Score editor – Allan Jenkins, JJ George, Andy Patterson Music production services – Steven Kofsky Pro-tools operator – Adam Miller Cover Art direction – Sandeep Sriram Photography – Benjamin Ealovega Liner notes – David Yates
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