This soundtrack is made for a OST Jam

The theme was a serie of five paintings called "The Course of the Empire", made in 1834 by Thomas Cole

I chose to make one track per painting, linking them together using the same musical theme and elements, using variations of tempo, keys, and orchestration to get different atmosphere.

1. Ouverture 

This first theme was made to evoke the greatness of an untouched nature. Very dark and melancolic mood, to announce the tragedy that will later occur.

2. Peacefull Life

This one depicts the peacefull life in the coutryside, where a small village grows in harmony with the nature.

3. A Busy Town ! 

The small little village has become a much larger town, very crowded and busy. The theme is more serious.

4. Warmongers

The city is on fire, war has come to the civilization. The theme depicts the population fleeing for their lives

5. Desolation

Calm after the storm. The city is sacked and in ruins. I used solo piano on this one to evoke the lonelyness of the few that remains after the tragedy.

 

Cover Art is made by @_lb_sylph_painting (you can find her on Instagram)