Theme
Prague Festival Orchestra Lyrics

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Batman, Batman, Batman
Batman, Batman, Batman, Batman

Batman, Batman, Batman
Batman, Batman, Batman, Batman

Batman, Batman, Batman
Batman, Batman, Batman, Batman

Batman, Batman, Batman
Batman, Batman, Batman, Batman
Batman, Batman, Batman

Da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da

Batman!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the Prague Festival Orchestra's song "Theme" are quite minimalistic and repetitive, consisting solely of the word "Batman" repeated multiple times. While the lyrics may seem simple on the surface, they convey a sense of enthusiasm and excitement associated with the iconic superhero character. The repetition of "Batman" creates a rhythmic pattern that evokes a sense of urgency and action. The use of exclamation marks in the final line enhances the energetic and dynamic nature of the song.

The repetitive nature of the lyrics also serves as a mnemonic device, helping to reinforce the association between the song and the Batman character. It suggests that the song is meant to accompany or represent Batman in some way. As the song is performed by the Prague Festival Orchestra, it is likely an orchestral arrangement of the original Batman theme composed by Neal Hefti. The repetitive lyrics, therefore, serve as a simple, catchy hook that can be easily recognized and associated with the Batman franchise.

Line by Line Meaning

Batman, Batman, Batman
The repetition of 'Batman' emphasizes the prominence and significance of the character.

Batman, Batman, Batman, Batman
The continued repetition of 'Batman' further highlights the iconic nature of the character.

Da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da da
The repeated 'da' sound symbolizes the energetic and rhythmic nature of the music, creating a lively atmosphere.

Batman!
The exclamation of 'Batman!' expresses the enthusiasm and excitement associated with the character and the song.

Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NEAL HEFTI

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01Theme3:00

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Prague Festival Orchestra

02Tom and Jerry (Blue Cat Blues)

03Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, "From the New World": II. Largo (Excerpt)

04Treasure Planet

05The Last Samurai

06King Arthur

07Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178, "From the New World": II. Largo (Excerpt)

08Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act II: No. 10 Scene - Moderato

09Swan Lake, Op. 20: No. 10, Scene - Moderato

10Symphony No.9 in E minor "From The New World": II. Largo (Excerpt)

11Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act II: Scene No. 10 - Moderato

12Symphony No. 9 in E minor "From The New World": II. Largo

13The Sleeping Beauty, Op. 66: IV. Panorama

14Mickey Mouse March

15Swan Lake, Op. 20: No. 10 Scene - Moderato

16The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Op. 57, Act III: I. Flight of the Bumblebee

17Le Professionnel (Chi Mai)

18Suppé: Light Cavalry

19Theme (From "The Rock")

20The Sleeping Beauty: Panorama

21Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G Minor

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@marcusdillard4904

40w↑115

0:33 Star Trek: The Original Series - Theme
4:34 Star Trek: The Motion Picture - Main Title + Klingon Theme + Ilia's Theme
12:05 Star Trek: The Next Generation - Suite from "The Inner Light"
16:12 Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan - Main Title + End Title
28:03 Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - Theme
30:20 Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home - Main Title
34:35 Star Trek: Generations - Main Title
38:38 Star Trek: Nemesis - Main Title + "Odds and Ends"
46:48 Star Trek: Voyager
49:18 Star Trek: The Motion Picture - "The Enterprise"
55:20 Star Trek III: The Search for Spock - "Stealing the Enterprise"
1:04:19 Star Trek: First Contact - Main Title
1:07:28 Star Trek Beyond - "Night on the Yorktown"
1:12:20 Star Trek Into Darkness - End Title
1:19:15 Star Trek: The Original Series - Theme

All comments from YouTube:

@therealspyro1926

28w↑37

The chills of hearing voyager knowing she rests safe in the Starfleet museum brings a warm heart and cold tears know her struggles are finally over

@mikeandrews9551

2y↑170

The last scene of Picard playing the flute and remembering how to play that gorgeous piece of music even though he had lived a whole life as someone else in just a few minutes may be one of the greatest and most emotional endings of any TV show ever.

@Rhythmicons

2y↑6

The only scene that really surpasses all in Trek is when Sisko breaks down in Far Beyond The Stars.

@RadiantSilverlighter

1y↑2

In real life the flute didn't even work lol

@castlecircle7612

1y↑8

When i heard the flute i choked, when writing was writing and acting was acting, and Star Trek was a beautiful thing.

@Ecoxiss

Which movie/episode are you referring to?

@mikeandrews9551

1y↑5

@@Ecoxiss TNG. The Inner Light.

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@marcusdillard4904

40w↑115

@marcelsirer

3y↑46

"I spoke directly with Headquarters. Apparently, Voyager was declared officially lost 14 months ago. I set the record straight. they asked me to relay a message. They wanted you to know you're no longer alone."

@greekpapi

5y↑871

Been a fan for 50 years, these tunes still give me goosebumps.

@Lee-vb6ib

5y↑6

Absolutely!

@seanplayz9626

4y↑14

Been a fan for a lot less than 50 years, but the tunes give me goosebumps too

@PeterPaskoff

4y↑6

Yes! Me too!

@shaney7346

4y↑5

Sure do!

@BourrinSavant

4y↑9

I'm only 30, and I'm a Trekkie since I'm just 14. I can say Star Trek is intemporal
NB : Qapla'

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@bradfordgarrigues3917

4y↑762

My wife took me to this concert in Charlotte, NC. Best wife ever.

@AzTrailRider57

4y↑8

he who dies with the most wives wins...... or something like that...........or is it loses??

@markmh835

4y↑16

"A thing of beauty is a joy forever." You are one lucky man. A keeper.

@Freshstart6354

4y↑9

@Benjamin Hausmann --- Not paying extra to watch it! They can't just put it on regular TV channels, they have to charge you more for everything, one of these days they are going to charge you extra just wipe your ass!

@Conn30Mtenor

4y↑5

a keeper, I reckon.

@Freshstart6354

4y↑3

Some public restrooms charge you, just to take a number two!

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@RS250Squid

2y↑65

FINALLY! A live performance finishes the Voyager theme with all the timpani and dramaticness that it deserves!

@pamtebelman2321

2y↑12

It's the best one!!

@RS250Squid

2y↑6

@@pamtebelman2321 Normally they just sort of segue it into another tune and water down the dramatic ending. They didn't this time!

@DutchGuyMike

1y↑1

@@RS250Squid I am glad they did!

@Pez1979

2y↑67

I was lucky to see this at the Royal Albert Hall in the UK the same year, and I'm not ashamed to say that some of these tracks bought tears to my eyes, so overwhelmingly powerful!

@stevegarland1526

44w↑1

I'm so jealous.

@photographyinflight4183

40w↑1

Indeed.

@Jarsia

5y↑1.4K

judging by his facial expressions and gusto, that conductor isnt just doing a job, he's a big time trekkie living out a dream

@wolfdeguerre9952

4y↑68

sudden flashback to the DS9 episode where nog and jake have to trade dozens of items/favours between dozens of people, and at one point nog has to listen to classical music at monster volume to detect minute imperfections (and only he can do that because of his giant fine-tuned ferengi ears), royally annoying jake in the process

@CursedEarthPizza

4y↑30

Wolf de Guerre Self sealing stem bolts. Whatever those are. :)

@kusada3035

4y↑60

he looks like sulu's ancestor

@ryanskare6670

4y↑35

That the choice of music for The Next Generation was from S5:E25 is a definite indication. The Inner Light. I couldn't believe it when I heard it.

@EddySullivan42

4y↑17

he might have done it for free, he really looks like he is living the dream!

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@tsekeTechGuy

2y↑19

Star trek voyager is my favourite Star Trek of all time. Hearing the theme reminds me of my time in High school when I was first introduced to Star Trek 10 years after it came out here in South Africa. I still watch Voyager to this day. Thank you for the beautiful rendition...

@saltysailormike

3y↑5

Damn The Inner Light got me all choked up for that episode again 😫😭

@mikemikebonomo7542

3y↑289

Instead of the usual Top Gun music, I had "the Search for Spock" and "The Breaking of the Fellowship" played at my Navy retirement. The torch is passed to the next generation. May this beautiful music live on forever. 🇺🇲🖖

@kevinking5406

3y↑15

Fair Winds Shipmate

@Salah.Ad-Din

3y↑1

'Muricuh 🔫😎 yeaaAAAh

@maryfisher9956

2y↑4

Thank you for your service. My sister, brother, brother in law, 2 nephews and one niece…Navy

@taroman7100

2y↑7

Nice! The Search for Spock is glorious. I chose it to play to the entrance to Monument Valley.

@mikemikebonomo7542

2y↑3

@@taroman7100 Great idea. I will do the same when I finally get to visit Monument Valley. Hopefully some day soon.🖖

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@jeremygonzal8603

5y↑46

Inner Light theme can still make me cry. Such a beautiful episode with such a beautiful melody.

@kunterbond

4y↑247

Of all the souls I have known, his was the most human...

@Wolfhound223

4y↑9

Well said Bester!

@gdreyer

4y↑11

And there goes a tear in my eyes.

@elwingreen8311

4y↑2

Is there a version of "The Wrath of Khan" out there in which Kirk says, "his was the most noble"? I seem to remember hearing that - and being surprised by him not saying, "human."

@eriveltomartinsbarrosjunio9022

4y↑2

Of all the souls I have encountered in my countless travels, his was the most... Human.

@JohnDoe-df2nh

I am God I am a strong k99

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@johnmcaree7298

3y↑36

The Inner Light- still a thing of beauty, 30 years later.

@stratovani

4y↑180

As I watch this I'm having a hard time controlling my emotions! I've been watching Star Trek since its beginning in 1967, and it's an integral part of my life. Never underestimate the sheer power and majesty of a symphony orchestra.

@1978rharris

2y↑5

You need more Kohlinar in your life! 😐🖖

Jkjk, same here tbh

@900i16

2y↑1

1966.

@ZenZaBill

@@900i16 Same here.

@taiwansivispacemparabellum9546

2y↑1

@@1978rharris

Well, Jolan Tru to you too. 😏

@RS250Squid

2y↑3

Amazing isn't it. Over the course of the concert I've gone from close to tears, to close to cheering, and back again. Remarkable!

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@nathanfugate8210

4y↑548

All Trek Universe music is iconic, but damn!! That Voyager theme is just remarkable.

@scarrowfamily4352

4y↑20

agree. goosebumps!

@olafvonshrapnel5013

4y↑23

Jerry Goldsmith man one of the biggest composer of the world

@Beau74

4y↑25

I'd say the Voyager theme and the First Contact theme are about tied. They are both beautiful.

@luleetomas2108

4y↑7

It’s a classic!!!!

@RoosterMontgomery

4y↑16

Jerry Goldsmith was a genius. His music is sublime!

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@darynbrown3640

5y↑57

Absolutely Majestic! My friend brought
The soundtrack to Star Trek the Motion picture to high school. Our teacher let us play it during homeroom. The cool kids looked at us like we're the biggest dorks in creation.

@bennygilardi3912

4y↑10

You are the cool kids

@luleetomas2108

4y↑4

No they were the dorks!!! Lol

@aiosquadron

3y↑1

What do you mean? It's awsome music! How could you be the dorks?

@anvay7844

3y↑1

@@aiosquadron he means the cool kids in the story are the real dorks

@hernanlandaveriduran8511

51w↑6

ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SYMPHONIC VERSIONS OF STAR TREK I HAVE EVER HEARD.

@shinjisan2015

2y↑12

I did not expect to be instantly brought to tears when the flute began to play The Inner Light... What a powerful and lasting effect these shows have had on me.

@sidpheasant7585

2y↑1

That was a really great episode - how to fit so very much into 40 minutes? How to fit a whole other life into a few minutes?
The show achieves with us what the story achieved with its character!
Believe it or not one of my good (Trek-loving) colleagues regards this episode as lame. He is a few years younger than me, though. Think of Picard's secret longing to have lived a more conventional life with wife and kids. Deeply touching in all ways. In one of the movies, Picard cries at the death of his nephew - the closest thing he had to that family.
And then Picard meets Kirk that time, and both dwell on the idea of being married to their ships - sometimes the real-life fate of the Navy officer...
We should not let it mean anything to us out here in "the real world", yet we do and it does.
In the original poem "The Inner Light" (which George Harrison also built on), we read "Without going out of my door, I can know the ways of heaven".
Perhaps we should amend that to "some of/part of" the ways of heaven, but the Holy Spirit came to me in my bedroom, and from that moment I KNOW this is the truth.
Star Trek did this kind of thing for us, and there was always a fierce debate as to whether the show was religious (Roddenberry was determined that it was not, and was not even such a nice guy, yet he had the vision - perhaps literally, and I am pretty sure there is divinity in there somewhere, in spite of everything).

@RationalGamers

5y↑479

The Inner Light makes me cry. No shame in saying that, the episode was so emotional. The piece is so amazing I had it played at my wedding :)

@BourrinSavant

4y↑34

In my opinion it's always represented the essence of Star Trek
And no, you're not the only one in that case, far from it.

@BourrinSavant

4y↑14

And by the way The Inner Light is still the piece of music that still makes me cry the most in movies / series (and I've seen a lot and still watching)

@netsfera

4y↑13

Have no shame! You are a human! The feeling is mutual!

@stevecollier3100

4y↑7

Me too, as soon as it played!

@daveco3217

4y↑7

Watching it for the first time I also cried 😭

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@Saucey0821

5y↑41

that is the best orchestral rendition of the star trek series ive ever listened to

@Kestral69

2y↑22

The Wrath of Khan theme never fails to give me goosebumps. So good.

@neilkesler9778

3y↑99

Would’ve been hilarious to see Johnathon Frakes playing the trombone!

@DayneTreader

3y↑6

I had to check to see if he actually knew how to play the trombone, and he does! He's played for fans at conventions before

@CharlieBrn

3y↑3

That would have been amazing! 😅

@CharlieBrn

3y↑3

In between m
Marina Sirtis calls out "night bird!"

@bodieofci5418

5y↑232

James Horner's opening to Wrath of Khan is just sublime.

@artloverivy

5y↑17

bodie of ci5 After not hearing any OG Trek themes in the motion picture, im sure audiences had a blast hearing that opening in the theater for Wrath of Khan. It’s like “Yeah you’re boutta watch one of the best Star Trek films ever so get ready”

@LyssahVanBaalen

5y↑12

The best ever.

@ZandefDeksit

4y↑7

it's astounding how damn good this is...each melody is as good as the one before, the colors of the arrangement are nuts. It's really amazing

@AzTrailRider57

4y↑4

An interesting little factoid: The musical sorcerer we know as James Horner was only 28 years old when he wrote WOK. Too bad he passed before his time. We should ban important people like him from doing fun (and dangerous) things like flying airplanes, snow skiing etc. J/K of course!

@MontclairsLair

4y↑5

@@artloverivy That is EXACTLY how it was. The theater audience cheered loudly when those notes from the original series started off. It was quite the thing to experience.

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@neolex001

5y↑34

"The Inner Light"; I STILL tear up. Every single time.

@michaelciaccio2054

It is just an amazing melody, can’t help but smile when listening to it

@robertlancaster8190

Absolutely nothing!!

@drail37

3y↑103

This rendition of the Star Trek 2 theme is so incredibly good. It might as well be the master recording from the movie.

@alpsskiingrocks

3y↑19

It is actually better. The original score was done with a smaller pick-up studio orchestra as the entire film was made on a smaller budget than the original ST Motion Picture which was over budget and over blown. I remember reading at the time they used a skeleton orchestra with 20 violins as opposed to a full orchestra like London Symphonies which would have over 40. Smaller wind section, too.

@artiek1177

2y↑4

Great film and great scoring!

@DjTonioRoffo

31w

This version indeed sounds bigger & better.@@alpsskiingrocks

@tennisiswonderful

14w

It's SO good.

@San64

30w↑8

That Voyager Theme though - always my fav. This was wonderful.

@timw483

4y↑57

Love or hate the genre, there can be no denying that it offers some of the finest music of our time

@cmillerg6306

Of at the least, memorable themes. Great performance!

@Mike-jv8bv

1y↑2

far superior to the crap we hear now in modern film. Need to bring back thematic orchestral pieces that are exciting and fun like this to listen to.

@benjaminstorace6699

4y↑313

Dear Disney, STOP PLAYING STAR WARS ADS WHILE I'M TRYING TO LISTEN TO STAR TREK MUSIC.

@b43xoit

4y↑20

It's like ice cream with onions.

@ernestmac13

4y↑7

I am always amazed at how frequent the commercials are on youtube, when I view youtube with my work account, Youtube Premire is worth it just due to the lack of commercials alone.

@vaiosan775

4y↑8

A simple adblock addon will help. And I hope you didn't make the crime to watch this great video in your mobile !

@razariel5693

rofl

@netgrok

4y↑2

Yes, but do not forget, Grand Admiral Thran would have kicked the Borgs asses right back into the next galaxy at the Battle of Wolf 359

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@douglashenry6996

3y↑11

A reminder of how iconic the entire Star Trek franchise has been, not just in this country but worldwide.

@onlycorndog6322

1y↑3

God damn, Voyager really did have the best series main theme.

@raquelmccormick2312

4y↑20

Yellow alert yellow alert...Styles: "Bridge how can you have a yellow alert in space dock? Bridge: "Sir someone is stealing the Enterprise!" Styles: "on my way!" Its crazy just listening to the music you can see it taking place!

@matthewserdynski1699

4y↑54

I don't know why, but every time i hear the theme from Voyager, it makes me cry. It's so beautiful.

@meladdison9315

3y↑3

It is evocative of the ocean to me. I love this theme, too.

@Dargonhuman

3y↑3

Both Voyager and Deep Space Nine get me right in the feels every time.

@adamhousego9977

3y↑3

You are complety correct, perhaps it's becuase they made it home.

@elocoll

O mesmo acontece comigo.

@CarlGriffith101

I was just thinking the same thing a minute ago and then saw your comment. I have always felt Janeway to be my Captain.

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@karlburgess3518

4y↑8

Oh my goodness , im a Star Trek fan also for 50yrs .... this is something else .... and made me cry ... thank you and well played everybody who did this Amazing concert ... WOW ...

@renecarr3677

32w↑8

You've just got to be into the Star Trek genre to really appreciate this orchestration of Star Trek theme music. It's just off the chart fantastically incredible!

@Boss__CQC

4y↑79

At 30 years old I just discovered and completed TNG for the first time. I was only just born when season 3 was on tv. I didn’t think anything would ever match it, but I just finished Voyager, which I absolutely adored. I feel like I’ve experienced something truly special. A life affecting series of stories. They are utterly ageless and way ahead of their time. And this music... wow. If I live another thirty years, I know I’ll still be listening.

@friorast999

4y↑3

Voyager has a few episodes in which they deal with and issue, THAT WE ARE STILL DEALING WITH TODAY!!!

@Steve-gc5nt

Voyager? Really? Life affecting? I found it utterly forgettable.

@Boss__CQC

2y↑14

@@Steve-gc5nt Yeah well, you know that’s like uh, your opinion man.

@AzTrailRider57

1y↑1

Dude, check out TOS, where it ALL came from.......

@Boss__CQC

1y↑1

@@AzTrailRider57 I did! And it was incredible 🖖🏻

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@jamesmcneely5124

5y↑130

This is the most beautiful, stirring tribute to Star Trek I've ever seen and heard, just beautiful!

@johnbockelie3899

4y↑4

Beyond.the rim of star.light.my.love wanders in star.flight, I know he'll find in Star clustered reaches love, strange love a star woman teaches. I know his journey ends never.his Star Trek will go on forever., but tell him while he wanders his starry sea remember remember me. Words to TOS theme by Gene Roddenberry. Thank you.

@gregorycook3550

2y↑8

The score for Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan is one of the best soundtracks for a movie ever. And also, one of the best sci-fi sequels ever produced for the big screen. ❤

@simonnutrient276

Agree completely.

@robotickilldozer

45w↑1

Mostly this is a great performance, but they really misinterpreted the Wrath of Khan title theme. The original soundtrack recording was a slightly botched rush job, but they really doubled down on that rushed, scrambling out of time feeling, and added a couple new poor decisions of their own.

@johnminutella2589

2y↑6

i dont know who the conductor was, but he was incredable- and so was the orchestra.i thoughti was moved when i heard john williams orchestrate "superman" in 1979, and emperial march in 2016. this was totaly movivg to me, and at 71- thats music that returned life to me. this new asian condutor is worthy of carrying john williams torch. to old timers like me who was actually their, i say well done! thank you for the memories.

@sjpugsie

4y↑255

Never really realized how important the French horns are in this music

@tomf3150

4y↑4

Hey, we are fans too ;)

@vuchaser99

4y↑12

My concert instructor called the trombones the wheels of the car...it was the French horn that was its engine. (Strings were the frame/structure while winds were the fuel/gas).

@stevenk9466

Yeah, but I still like the music, anyway.

@vinnyc.1265

4y↑12

Yeah most of the Star Trek Themes use French Horns. That's what gives the themes that depth.

@SimonDeHorn

4y↑3

Can't believe the horns! superb playing - no idea how their lip holds out for that long with so much playing (and high notes). Respect.

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@stephenlennon4775

4y↑13

Gene Roddenberry, thank you forever from the bottom of my heart. May you rest in peace among the great men of history. For you have surely made it, with your creation.

@cindernubblebutt1340

29w↑7

There is nothing other than to say they NAILED IT AT EVERY BIT. I am listening to this and I can picture in my head the visuals.

I abso6uley LOVE this. I just wish my local orchestra realize what a goldmine nerds are.

@jimo199966

3y↑25

I envy anyone who saw this concert live. It never gets old listening or watching. Just....wow! 👍♥️🎶🎵

@axenledgie1423

4y↑26

What an incredible performance. That conductor really is a joy to watch, he just looks like he loves what he does.

@pamtebelman2321

4y↑4

Agreed - beautiful concert, pure joy and excellence!

@cyberpunkgirl7907

5y↑102

"This Ship has a Soul, Captain."
Picard "Yes, Number One, it has."

@renemanuel7128

5y↑3

Like the first ship.

@johnjrojasm

4y↑5

@@renemanuel7128 Like all Federation ships

@fubarmodelyard1392

3y↑4

Treat her like a lady and she'll always bring you home

@adriancombe

CyberPunk Girl - is that a quote from Star Trek? I cannot find it anywhere.

@ryanskare6670

3y↑3

"Second star to the right. And straight on till morning"....

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@antoniofernandez7075

4y↑140

"The Enterprise" from The Motion Picture is unbeatable. The best theme in film history (and one of the best scenes).

@michalschnek8745

3y↑12

Definitely. Too bad that nowadays, in the "deconstruction era", they doesn't seem to want to make at least one scene like that where we could appreciate the titular ship in the show in it's full glory. I also always liked this main theme much more than any other. Probably because back in the day the Trek of my childhood was TNG :)

@ChrisWeston42

2y↑1

I think they ought to have done that with the TNG movies, especially when the introduced the Enterprise E. That said, I think First Contact was a masterful Trek film. They should have worked it into the end of Generations somehow, but I can’t image how that would have worked.

@Rhythmicons

It's beatable; they beat us over the head with it for 30 mins...

@geoffstrebel2808

2y↑4

I'd say "Enterprise Clears Moorings" is a contender. I'm going to be blasting it from the flybridge when I get my first catamaran.

@JimK1rk

1y↑1

@@geoffstrebel2808 Enterprise Clears Moorings, yes sir, definitely!

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@craigknapp6318

3y↑33

At 59 and being a lifelong Star Trek TOS fan, I had no idea that the "vocals" were performed by a human. I had always thought the original version from the 60's used a Theremin or something similar in order to simulate the vocals. I became very emotional seeing the finale of this video.

@sitoudien9816

3y↑4

Little known sad fact. There are lyrics to the theme song. It was written by Roddenbary as a cash grab. It was never recorded. His lyrics would appear in the sheet music. He would get royalties. Alexander Courage was not amused. So GR would be cowritter.

@mdbruffy

Actually, the signer had the hardest part. Everyone else had the music right in front of them.She didn't have that luxury. She had to have hers memorized.

@lilianathehistorian2919

I think his wife sang it (?)

@DSGNflorian

2y↑7

The vocals, performed by singer Louie Jean Norman (b. 1913, d. 2005) were only in the 2nd season opening title recorded in the 1967. Season 1 used the "cello version" (a more subdued arrangement also performed in this concert) and to avoid paying music royalties to the vocal performer for Season 3, yet another opening rendition was recorded using just a very theremin-like organ sound for the main theme instead of a human voice, screwing Loulie Jean out of continued royalties. Or so the producers thought. But then came the perpetual reruns, and because it is widely considered the best arrangement, most foreign markets ran Star Trek with only the 2nd season title sequence, so Loulie continued to receive her fee after all :)

@Herfinnur

4y↑64

Ok, new life goal: visit Film Music Prague Festival

@dehydra

Please do, would love to see you here :D

@davidpelc

considering your name, you are from Island, so its not too far to come here to Prague by plane, you will be welcome. ;)

@MetalionMusic

4y↑56

The main melody from the First Contact theme, the one that starts around 1:04:55, is one of the most beautifully unfolding melodies I've ever heard. When it crescendos with the cymbal crash, no matter how many times I've heard it, I still get goosebumps. Jerry Goldsmith was such an amazing musician!

Also, I'm so glad that they arranged a suite from "The Inner Light" Next Generation episode. In addition to being an excellent arrangement of that music, it reminds me in part why that is one of my favorite Next Generation episodes. Speaking of goosebumps, when Picard says "oh, it's me, I'm the someone" at the end of that episode... such a powerful moment. One of Patrick Stewart's best performances in my opinion.

@ankaris5129

2y↑2

And his response to opening the box and finding the flute just kills me every time!

@dannjp75

52w↑3

Reduced me to tears every time I hear it, without fail. Don’t know why..❤

@888himawari

51w

Indeed the most grate sound !

@kremzir

50w↑5

dude, i walked down the aisle at my wedding to the vitamin string quartet version of the first contact theme. no one there really knew where it was from, so it was me and my wife's little secret. my cousin joked later on that she was surprised i didnt try and sneak any star trek references into the entire wedding. little did she know :)

@shannon9993

43w

The GNP Crescendo 'best of star trek' CD did such a good job with the Ressikan flute suite, I was surprised to see the thing show up here but it's neat that it's been used in other places.

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@nickmaiorino3721

2y↑3

Thank You - - - - - Bringing back very fond memories of watching Trek with my father who passed away more than 20 years ago. Thanks :)

@xSnakeByte

3y↑11

Been a long time since I've heard the DS9 theme.. spectacular

@mikeandrews9551

5y↑31

The last piece they played from the original series with her wonderful voice took me back 50 years. Just fantastic.

@danielhansen9443

3y↑16

The 352 that gave this a thumbs down must be Ferengi that don't appreciate HU-MON music. This entire concert is awesome especially Picard's piccolo solo from a TNG episode.

@theexile6605

3y↑2

Ha, or maybe some were Nausicaans. "Play Damjat, human!"

@gorganhorn6872

4y↑65

This is the best orchestral concert of Star Trek music I've heard. My new background music when I play Star Trek Online!
That was the most beautiful orchestral version of Inner Light I've ever heard. Amazing.

I could feel the nuanced emotion in every piece. It was tender at just the right moment, and robust when needed; a rollercoaster of precision, musical talent and a conductor who I could feel was as passionate about Star Trek as any life long Trekkie.

Again, this is the SUPERLATIVE orchestral concert of Star Trek music. Bravo!

@theexile6605

Very well said my friend!

@aoconnor2933

4y↑5

Them dudes spinning those thingies during the music composed by James Horner (Star Trek II & III) are living their best life here lol

@nunyabizness6595

2y↑19

I listen to this occasionally. Never gets old and the 90 min just whizzes by. Thank you for all the musical talents behind this! And the visuals were interesting too.

@ALousyGolfer1

2y↑4

This Star Trek music heaven! 🖖🏽

@processfitness

1y↑3

The best conductor. Great passion. Incredible music. Out if this world. Tears of joy. Star Trek saved my life many times and this concert will go down in history.

@tristantique

41w↑1

In my experience, Star Trek can actually help in life crises and give comfort: don't be afraid of tomorrow, discover new possibilities, improve yourself, etc. And yet always stay true to yourself and forgive yourself for your own mistakes.

@danieldragisic1251

5y↑109

The music from "The Wrath of Khan" is some of the best in film .

@artloverivy

5y↑5

Daniel Dragisic Agreed. One of the most beautiful scores I’ve ever heard.

@kellywoods5810

5y↑4

I was little kid seeing Wrath of Khan in the theater. Scared me!

@kepszlok

4y↑1

@@kellywoods5810 It's even scarrier in book! What Khan did with the scientist to get some info about genesis are quite brutal and they did not showed it on screen. You should read it!

@fjmj1980

4y↑3

This is one the few clips I’ve seen it played live. It’s very underrated.

@davidgnadt997

3y↑2

James Horner was the man!

@vengeance1701

5y↑12

Still has me amazed that Star Trek could have this much impact that amazing musicians are playing the themes from the shows and movies.

@martintheiss743

5y↑2

a 3 year NBC show that at first needed some grassroots efforts to get the third year purchased.

@nealsterling8151

1y↑5

The Wrath of Khan theme is my absolute favourite. So beautiful.

@richardbrown5000

3y↑22

This is a concert I wish I had been able to attend. The music cuts deep to heart and soul.

@phandy8778

5y↑62

Thank You for the tears of pure joy..
1:04:19 Star Trek: First Contact - Main Title

@jgood2all

5y↑2

Philip Handy Jr. Amen 🖖

@theexile6605

3y↑2

It's an interesting decision in the sequence of pieces to have the Nemesis music come before First Contact, because the opening of the Nemesis music is clearly a variation on the opening of First Contact. Personally I would have played First Contact first for that reason, plus it preceded Nemesis in the historical release date as well. Cheers to my fellow Trek Fans!!

@irctres

the best

@19091975

5y↑39

Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its continuing mission: to explore strange new worlds. To seek out new life and new civilizations. To boldly go where no one has gone before!

@vinsonwalton28

42w

That’s original

@jcfh5059

1y↑58

Glad I found this epic treasure! Listened to the whole thing, gave me goosebumps, and even watery eyes. Music can certainly make you feel things, but great music like this can evoke deep emotions. Passing the link along to lots of family and friends. Live long and prosper!

@honeychurchgipsy6

34w↑1

Peace and long life

@lynneldridge9291

4y↑311

This is probably the best Trek concert. Outstanding musicians, a wonderful, passionate conductor=a moving performance, not just for Trek fans and soundtrack enthusiasts but for any music lover. Thank you for creating this wonderful experience.

@michalkovac8382

4y↑1

Yes true :)

@theexile6605

4y↑10

I agree, especially when you consider that it's a live performance that has to stack up against the very polished studio soundtrack versions, which it actually does to a remarkable degree. Well done!!

@billjenkins687

4y↑11

The audience seemed a bit restrained.

@pamtebelman2321

4y↑2

Agreed!

@pamtebelman2321

4y↑2

@@billjenkins687 I would have been on my feet for sure.

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@wibblewobble1934

4y↑7

Man, that Wrath of Khan soundtrack, still blows me away to this day. James Horners Magnum Opus.

@Eric-1701

38w↑9

This concert was incredible. Such talent!!
Hearing each one of these themes being played brought back so many feelings, much like I was hearing them for the very first time! They are all so great, but it came as a surprise, even to me, that I enjoyed the DS9 theme the most.

@Notreally17

1y↑8

Conductor is Amazing ! Does the Genius Jerry Goldsmith Score Justice….Music transports me back to a Time when I was so mentally exhausted but Trek soothed me into Chilling out putting things into perspective.

@Joshua-oo9hy

4y↑37

Star Trek music is a master piece in its own right. It's enjoyable to listen to even without seeing the shows related to it.

@JimSting

5y↑12

Enterprise reveal theme from TMP is a study in majestic, epic film scoring. It's just brilliant!

@TheCarnivalguy

4y↑24

This was an outstanding concert, and I kicked back with the headphones on and the volume up. I’ve been a Trekkie since ‘66.

47:34 That French horn player lost his embouchure for a second and flubbed the note. Since the horns were carrying the melody above the orchestra, it stood out like a sore thumb, otherwise it may never have been noticed.Things like that can happen to the best of players on any instrument. But the French horn is a notoriously difficult instrument to learn, control, and master. I played cornet for years, so I tried my friend’s horn thinking I could play it right away. The sound I made was akin to a moose calf calling to it’s mother. So I bow to musicians who have mastered the French horn. Cheers 🎺

@appolonius5468

3y↑2

So proud of myself for catching that before reading the comments, despite being a complete musical idiot otherwise. I can imagine it makes those with an ear for music wince like hell. I noticed the conductor pursed his lips as well.

@TheCarnivalguy

3y↑1

@@appolonius5468 You have a good ear my friend! Yes I noticed the conductor’s reaction, and upon his viewing the video later, me thinks he had a much stronger reaction away from the camera. 😏 That horn player caught an ear full over that.

@acceptedsugar

3y↑2

it physically hurt me. I was really looking forward to the Voyager part, and not only did that french horn split the note, the dynamics sounded really off

@TheCarnivalguy

3y↑2

@@acceptedsugar Oh my yes. It’s a beautiful theme and one of my top favorites. When I rewatch Voyager episodes I allow the opening credits to play to hear the theme & watch the nice CGI. Yes, it is too bad about that horn player and the one flubbed note. I suppose a sound engineer could smooth that over. Have you heard the Film Symphony Orchestra? They specialize in film themes & have a channel on YT. The orchestra is outstanding, and their conductor, Maestro Constantino Martinez-Orts is superb. Cheers!

@garygardner972

2y↑2

The music is very F Horn heavy. As a military Horn player for many years, I appreciate the difficulty of playing such a concert. Horns are the most magnificent instruments in the orchestra. Of course, I may be a bit biased.

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@feslenraster

4y↑8

Damned that lady can sing....what a powerful set of lungs she has. This must have been a heck of a concert to go to :). bravo Prague orchestra!

@paulgrooveside2803

1y↑7

How I would have loved to have been in the audience at this concert.
Thank you to the people who posted this video, its wonderful.

I've been to the Prague film music festival in 2019 and that was a very special time too.

@Illinois_Picker

25w↑3

I would love to go to Prague some day and see the orchestra/opera live. Absolute genius & incredible performance right here.

@Prolinium

1y↑7

Ohh Myy Godd !!! The beauty of this performance is immeasurable. Pure class and talent.

@johnb300m

5y↑35

"Night of the Yorktown" literally gave me chills.

@theexile6605

5y↑2

But how could the screenwriters be so dumb as to name a space station "Yorktown" when the term has always been used for a capital ship just as "Enterprise" or "Saratoga" has been?!! Get a clue people!!

@ashreprobite3774

@@theexile6605 shut up

@theexile6605

@@ashreprobite3774 You're probably not a naval historian, so you wouldn't understand my point, genius. Anyway, that's not an argument. Take a hike, jerk!

@hilmikhaleed3420

nice

@adriancombe

3y↑1

@@theexile6605 Yes, I had the same reaction. Quite out of place and not very Trek-like.

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@matteobonvicino

6y↑68

The "Night on the Yorktown" is such a wonderful piece of music. It brings tears to my eyes every time I listen it.

@chanmatthew1125

6y↑3

Matteo Bonvicino I think so

@Beer_Dad1975

5y↑1

Yeah, the Jar Jar Abrams / Bad Reeboot Trek movies might be utter forgettable drek, but at least they did have some great music. Still glad they aren't making any more though.

@Cyke101

5y↑6

So much hope and optimism with just enough callbacks to Trek scores over the decades.

@trekker3382

5y↑5

when i first saw yorktown starbase and heard the music to it in the cinema, i couldn't stop myself from weeping .. the yorktown track is now going to be played at my cremation when my coffin conveys into the furnace (interesting fact - they called it yorktown because when roddenberry first conceived trek, he was going to call the ship uss yorktown - but of course that changed to enterprise)

@theexile6605

5y↑1

But how could the screenwriters be so dumb as to name a space station "Yorktown" when the term has always been used for a capital ship just as "Enterprise," "Lexington," or "Saratoga" has been?!! Get a clue people!

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@waodenf1068

3y↑6

that into the darkness - end title one always gives me goosebumps

@djm122270

1y↑3

All I can say is , "Whew!" That conductor is something else...❤‍🔥

@citizendavid

5y↑18

When i hear the main theme of Star Trek my eyes kinda tears-up and nose begins to sniff. One of the best themes ever. Thanks for the time and effort to being this to us.

@pavplus57

4y↑11

This was an amazing concert. The quality was right up there with the London Symphony Orchestra. Love that conductor.

@BethBarany

1y↑2

One of my most favorite Star Trek concerts of all time!

@Bradsroad

2y↑4

Absolutely the best Star Trek concert i've come across in a handful of years!

@guclumelek79

5y↑11

Goldsmith-Courage-Giacchino... will live long and prosper in our hearts ♥️

@09Ateam

4y↑36

Voyager theme is on another level imho

@Bszewski

3y↑1

Why? Much more simple chords progression...

@compnerd7

3y↑1

Another lever bro!

@longshot7601

Compared to ST:TMP or Wrath of Khan? Those two scores were the epitome of Star Trek while being completely different from each other and the Original Series.

@Scottx125Productions

@@Bszewski Complexity is not always better. It most cases it's worse.

@timdixon5376

3y↑7

The themes and music exemplifies the heart and soul of the Star Trek franchise, as stirring, timeless and immortal as the many series and movies themselves. This was also within a couple years of my 50th. I remember our humble family huddled around our TV, on edge for this weeks unspeakable adventure. Thanks Gene, Kirk, Spock, Picard, Data...for giving us the ride of our lives....May it never, never, end....

@CiceroT

2y↑20

10:48 is when the feels start for the Next Generation theme song! Beautifully done! Just stupendous!!!

@CarlGriffith101

2y↑1

That bit is amazing. It makes me tingle all over!

@regan1317

15w

Same as a fellow fan

@tiffsaver

5y↑5

WOW. From Alexander Courage to the great Jerry Goldsmith, this is the finest, most definitive performance of the Star Trek themes, ever. Bravo!!!

@Thunderstixx77

5y↑1

Totally agree. Great job to all the performers and especially the composer !!!!

@dang.s

6y↑8

I need to go to this symphony before I die. So awesome. Even without video, you can feel you are in the future.

@WarMysteries

2y↑1

My introduction to Trek was The Next Generation - I took a gamble on the DVDs in my teenage years when I found one in a charity shop and loved it. I bought them all over time. Star Wars was my youth, which is probably why I was interested in sci-fi. Have never looked back since Encounter at Farpoint.

@Hendo56

2y↑5

Seeing all the elements that go into composing music for a movie gives one new respect and appreciation for composers.

@donnellebradley2930

4y↑8

This was an excellent concert. I witnessed it in Orlando, Fl. I truly want to see this again. My mother will adore this

@praics

2y↑11

Like many I have been watching since the original tv series. At the 10 second mark the goosebumps came and then the floodgates opened. Wow, you just don't realize how much this music has impacted you over the years until you sit and listen to this. I find it interesting that I immediately knew each song...

@alanaj5

3y↑11

I think this is the best performance of Voyagers’ theme tune I’ve heard an orchestra perform, outside of the recording for the actual show.

@hamu_sando

47w

I prefer this recording to the original, the supporting instruments can be heard more clearly.
Have you heard L'Orchestra Cinématique's version of the Voyager theme?
It's different but also very good.

@billmagee1595

4y↑4

So faithful to the original scores. ALL of them. A true homage to Star Trek fans everywhere.

@mito-pb8qg

5y↑25

52:28 Aww christ man I'm tearing up. That just hits like a truck...

@Milordvega

5y↑137

6:00 "BACH!"

(Not the composer, I meant the Klingon word for "Fire!")

@shodanki3736

5y↑11

You mean baH
Qapla'

@Milordvega

5y↑7

@@shodanki3736 Qapla'!

@BourrinSavant

4y↑2

BaH

@beepthemeep12

4y↑6

You have never heard Bach until you have heard it in its original Klingon, then you are dead

@Milordvega

4y↑2

@@beepthemeep12 QAPLA

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@muggl3z

3y↑15

This performance has me tearing up more than once.

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