Silva Screen

Silva Screen Records is proud to announce the release of Music from House of the Dragon, a new album featuring the epic score from HBO’s hit series House of the Dragon reimagined by London Music Works and renowned cellist Nick Squires. This collection of music from the show’s first two seasons – originally composed by Emmy Award-winner Ramin Djawadi – offers fans a fresh way to experience the grandeur and drama of Westeros through powerful new performances. From the thundering battle themes to the haunting melodies of the Targaryen saga, the album brings to life the sounds that have become an integral part of the House of the Dragon experience.

In House of the Dragon, music plays a pivotal role in storytelling, underscoring the rise of the Targaryen civil war and the emotional journeys of its characters.

Throughout the series, Djawadi carefully crafted new leitmotifs for characters like Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower, and heightened pivotal scenes with music that oscillates between intimate and explosive. One standout example is Princess Rhaenys’ dramatic entrance during King Aegon’s coronation, where celebratory fanfares abruptly give way to roaring percussion as her dragon appears – a moment Djawadi has cited as a favorite for how the music shifts “from celebration mode to pure chaos in an instant” perfectly mirroring the on-screen shock.

On this album, London Music Works channel that same dynamic energy in every track. Their previous interpretations of big-screen and television scores have earned them a reputation for quality and authenticity. Joining them is soloist and arranger Nick Squires, a world-renowned contemporary cellist known for his viral “Bach in the Rain” performance (over 50 million views) and innovative string arrangements. Squires’ rich cello tone, heard in many of these pieces, adds depth to the already stirring melodies – from the mournful strains that accompany the show’s tragic losses to the aggressive bowing that drives its war themes. Together, Squires and London Music Works have re-recorded Djawadi’s compositions with tremendous care, maintaining the soul of the originals while enhancing them with the ensemble’s own symphonic flair.

This album offers an exciting new way to experience the music of House of the Dragon, whether you’re reliving the show’s most intense moments or simply enjoying the masterful compositions as standalone pieces. With London Music Works’ sweeping orchestral talent and Nick Squires’ emotive cello performances at the helm, Music from House of the Dragon promises to transport listeners back to the world of Westeros, proving once again that in the realm of epic fantasy, music is as powerful as fire and blood.