I was thrilled when I found this surprise gift at Christmas. But overall, I would not have expected - a musical fireworks, carefully and sensitively attuned to the people, the places, the actions. Middle-earth takes shape and form to, from Hobbiton to Mordor, the imagination gets an extra boost to embark with enthusiasm to Middle-earth, to feel how deeply the action. However, one should not simply those CDs "down to hear". Each piece is a masterpiece in itself and affects mood differently. Particularly clever is the melodies from Rohan, Rivendell, and Minas Tirith - the very best - the Shire. Wherever this melody emerges, it gives you the feeling of peace and security. Howard Shore has Middle-earth musical like no other comments.
