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Far and Away (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is a musical album composed and conducted by John Williams for the 1992 American epic romantic adventure film, "Far and Away." The album was released on May 19, 1992, by MCA Records.
The album features 12 tracks, each composed and arranged by John Williams. The music draws heavily on Irish folk music and culture, reflecting the film's setting and story. Williams blends traditional Irish instruments, such as the fiddle and tin whistle, with his signature orchestral style to create a unique and compelling sound.
The opening track, "County Galway, June 1892," sets the tone for the album with its lively and upbeat Irish fiddle melody. Other tracks on the album feature similar Irish influences, such as "Blowing Off Steam" and "Joseph and Shannon."
The album also includes more somber and introspective tracks, such as "The Fighting Donellys" and "The Reunion," which showcase Williams' skill at creating emotional depth and nuance through his music.
Tracklist
| John Williams | County Galway, June 1892 | 1:55 |
| John Williams | The Fighting Donellys | 2:18 |
| John Williams | Joe Sr.'s Passing / The Duel Scene | 4:41 |
| John Williams | Leaving Home | 1:55 |
| John Williams | Burning The Manor House | 2:43 |
| John Williams | Blowing Off Steam | 1:31 |
| John Williams | Fighting For Dough | 2:02 |
| John Williams | Am I Beautiful? | 3:38 |
| John Williams | The Big Match | 5:56 |
| John Williams | Inside The Mansion | 4:24 |
| John Williams | Shannon Is Shot | 4:06 |
| John Williams | Joseph's Dream | 3:08 |
| John Williams | The Reunion | 3:50 |
| John Williams | Oklahoma Territory | 2:12 |
| John Williams | The Land Race | 4:56 |
| John Williams | Settling With Steven / The Race To The River | 4:08 |
| John Williams | Joseph And Shannon | 3:14 |
| Enya | Book Of Days | 2:53 |
| John Williams | End Credits | 6:35 |