The Symphony Orchestra in Riga to Present the Program 'Love Is...' 0 20

This concert will be an announcement timed to coincide with 'Valentine's Day'. That is why concert guests will hear famous works from films such as 'Titanic', 'La La Land', 'A Star Is Born', 'Twilight', and other cult films.

The music in 'Titanic' became one of the key elements of the film's perception. Composer James Horner built the score around recurring motifs that enhance the themes of inevitability and loss. The song 'My Heart Will Go On' performed by Celine Dion won an Oscar and became one of the most recognizable film compositions in history, ultimately cementing the emotional image of the film in popular culture.

In 'La La Land', music is part of the dramaturgy and narrative structure. Composer Justin Hurwitz uses jazz motifs and classic musical forms to emphasize the conflict between the characters' personal feelings and professional ambitions. The compositions 'City of Stars' and 'Another Day of Sun' received international acclaim, and the soundtrack itself was awarded an Oscar for Best Music.

'A Star Is Born' revolves around music as a central element of the plot. The songs were created as part of the characters' on-screen personas and were performed live by the actors, which gave them a documentary authenticity. The composition 'Shallow' won an Oscar and several Grammy Awards, becoming not only a pivotal moment in the film but also a standalone musical statement about intimacy, fear, and vulnerability.

In 'Twilight', music serves an atmospheric function, shaping the emotional background of the story. Composer Carter Burwell combines minimalist orchestral themes with indie and alternative music, which distinguished the film from other teen dramas of the time. The soundtrack did not receive major academic awards but became an important part of the film's identity and played a significant role in shaping its fan audience.

What unites these films is the approach to music as a meaningful tool: it does not merely accompany the action but helps to reveal characters, intensify drama, and solidify the emotional impression of the story.