Patrick Doyle – Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) (2xLP)

Released on November 15, 2005, the soundtrack for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire marked a significant shift in the musical landscape of the Harry Potter film series. With John Williams stepping away due to scheduling conflicts, Scottish composer Patrick Doyle took the helm, bringing a fresh perspective to the franchise's fourth installment. Recorded at Air Lyndhurst Studios and performed by the London Symphony Orchestra, the score introduced new themes while maintaining the magical essence of the series.

Doyle's composition reflects the darker and more mature tone of the film, aligning with director Mike Newell's vision. The soundtrack features a blend of haunting melodies and dynamic orchestration, capturing the intensity of the Triwizard Tournament and the emotional depth of the characters' journeys. Notable tracks include "The Quidditch World Cup," "Harry in Winter," and "Voldemort," each contributing to the film's atmospheric storytelling.

Reviews

"Doyle's music plays up to the inherent darkness and danger in the story, beginning with the creepy and shockingly brutal 'Frank Dies,' and building from there. The many action set-pieces are quite remarkable, much bigger and more elaborate than anything we have heard from Doyle in quite a while." — Movie Music UK

"Patrick Doyle has done wonders to the magical world after John Williams and has certainly been able to create the legendary tracks for Harry Potter." — Album of The Year

"Patrick Doyle takes over scoring duties for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, delivering a Grammy-nominated soundtrack that deepens the series' emotional resonance. Balancing iconic motifs like 'Hedwig’s Theme' with vibrant new compositions such as 'The Quidditch World Cup,' Doyle’s score amplifies the danger and intensity of the Triwizard Tournament while expanding the franchise’s musical world with a darker, more cinematic flair." — Norman Records