Starred

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

The Medallion Calls

The Black Pearl

Swords Crossed

Will And Elizabeth

One Last Shot

Fog Bound

The finale is a high-energy collision of worlds. We start with the driving strings and distinct textures of Vivaldi, building momentum until the piece transforms into the jazz-inflected harmonies and rhythms of Gershwin. It features big orchestration and technical piano work, bringing the concerto to a fitting, exuberant close. Read more about the story behind this music in my memoir, "The Keeper," at michaeljcriss.com.

Vivaldi and Gershwin

Scherzito after Gustav Holst

German-born, Los Angeles-based film composer Klaus Badelt has written music to over 50 films. His projects grossed $4+ billion, were broadcast live to 2+ billion and screened at all major festivals including Cannes, Venice, Berlin and Sundance.

When he is not writing, he enjoys playing with his children in sunny Santa Monica, California.

One Last Shot

Klaus Badelt

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