• The Duchess (2008) Soundtrack OST •

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Georgiana Spencer became Duchess of Devonshire on her marriage to the Duke in 1774, at the height of the Georgian period, a period of fashion, decadence, and political change.

Spirited and adored by the public at large she quickly found her marriage to be a disappointment, defined by her duty to produce a male heir and the Duke's philandering and callous indifference to her.

She befriends Lady Bess but finds she is once again betrayed by her husband who wields his power with the three eventually living uncomfortably together.

Against this background, and with the pressures of an unfaithful husband, strict social pressures and constant public scrutiny, Georgiana falls passionately in love with Charles Grey, a rising young Whig politician.

However, despite his ongoing liaison with Lady Bess, the Duke refuses to allow her to continue the affair and threatens to take her children from her.

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Play	Title	Artist
	The Duchess
	Allemande from French Suite V in G Major	Johann Sebastian Bach: Writer
	Menuetto from String Quartet No. 12 in B Flat Major	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Writer
	Rondeau - Allegro from String Quartet K80	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Writer
	Gigue from Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major	Rick Wentworth: Arrangement Johann Sebastian Bach: Writer
	Country Dance from Water Music Suite in G Major	George Frideric Handel: Writer
	Cantabile from Sonata Opus 8 No. 4 in C Major	Pietro Antonio Locatelli: Writer
	German Dance No. 10 in D Major from Twelve German Dances	Ludwig van Beethoven: Writer Rick Wentworth: Arrangement
	Un Moto Di Gioia	Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Writer
	Largo from Concerto for Violin, Strings and Harpsichord in C	Rick Wentworth: Arrangement Antonio Vivaldi: Writer
	Affettuoso from Trio Sonata in A Minor	Rick Wentworth: Arrangement Georg Philipp Telemann: Writer
	Adagio from String Quartet Opus 1 No. 3 in D Major	Joseph Haydn: Writer
	The Duchess	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Mistake of Your Life	Rachel Portman: Performer
	I Think of You All the Time	Rachel Portman: Performer
	No Mood for Conversation	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Gee and Grey Make Love	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Gee and Grey Together in Bath	Rachel Portman: Performer
	German Dance No. in D Major from 'Twelve German Dances' (The Isobel Griffiths Ensemble)	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Awakening	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Rape	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Bess' Sons	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Gee Give Up Baby	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Six Years Later	Rachel Portman: Performer
	"Some Things Too Late, Others Too Early"	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Adagio from String Quartet Opus 1 No. 3 in D Major (The Isobel Griffiths Ensemble)	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Never See Your Children Again	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Grey Comes Back	Rachel Portman: Performer
	Gee is Taken to the Country	Rachel Portman: Performer
	End Titles	Rachel Portman: Performer
	FANTASIA ON "GREENSLEEVES": Violin Version (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	THE LARK ASCENDING: Romance For Violin And Orchestra (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	ST. PAUL'S SUITE: Jig (Gustav Holst)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Ostinato (Gustav Holst)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Intermezzo (Gustav Holst)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Finale - The Dargarson (Gustav Holst)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	ATONEMENT: Elegy For Dunkirk (Dario Marianelli)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	THE DUCHESS: End Titles (Rachel Portman)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	HENRY V: Pasacaglia - The Death Of Falstaff (William Walton)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Touch Her Soft Lips And Part (William Walton)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	CAPRIOL SUITE: Basse Dance (Peter Warlock)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Pavane (Peter Warlock)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Tordion (Peter Warlock)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Bransles (Peter Warlock)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Pied-en-L'Air (Peter Warlock)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Mattachins - Sword Dance (Peter Warlock)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD: Concert Suite - Far From The Madding Crowd / The Storm / Fanny And Troy / Boldwood / Bathshe	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Disc Time:	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	A LITTLE SUITE: March (Theme From Doctor Finlay's Casebook) (Trevor Duncan)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Lullaby (Trevor Duncan)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Jogtrot (Trevor Duncan)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	HAMLET: Sweets To The Sweet Farewell (Patrick Doyle)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	LADIES IN LAVENDER: Main Theme (Nigel Hess)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	ENGLISH FOLK SONG SUITE: March "Seventeen Come Sunday" (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Intermezzo "My Bonny Boy" (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	March "Folk Songs From Somerset" (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	ELEGY (Edward Elgar)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	FANTASIA ON "GREENSLEEVES": Flute Version (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	FANTASIA ON A THEM FROM THOMAS TALLIS (Ralph Vaughan Williams)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	THE ENIGMA VARIATIONS: Nimrod (Edward Elgar)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	SYMPHONIC SUITE BONUS TRACKS - SWEENEY TODD: Film Main Title (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	No Place Like London (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	My Friends (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Johanna (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	A Little Priest (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Pretty Women (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	God That's Good (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	Not While I'm Around (Stephen Sondheim)	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer
	FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD: Concert Suite - Far From The Madding Crowd / The Storm / Fanny And Troy / Boldwood / Bathshe	Richard Rodney Bennett: Performer

User reviews

Donald King

10/10

Each track immerses the listener in the opulence and complexity of the era, showcasing the emotional turmoil of Georgiana's struggles with marriage, societal expectations, and her forbidden love for Charles Grey.

Patricia Thomas

5/10

The soundtrack enhances the film's exploration of gender roles and societal expectations, providing a rich emotional backdrop for Georgiana's struggles for independence.

Amanda Smith

10/10

The Duchess' soundtrack perfectly captures the elegance and drama of the Georgian period, setting the tone for the tumultuous life of Georgiana Spencer, Duchess of Devonshire.

Robert Wilson

7/10

The music enhances the film's storytelling, effectively conveying the emotions and struggles of the characters without overpowering the dialogue.

Joseph Brown

5/10

The use of period-appropriate music in the soundtrack immerses the audience in the historical context of the film, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Amanda Davis

8/10

The emotional depth and complexity of the music perfectly captures the tumultuous life of Georgiana Spencer, the Duchess of Devonshire.

Kimberly Moore

5/10

The music in The Duchess effectively underscores the themes of power dynamics and manipulation, heightening the drama of the narrative.

Ashley Lopez

5/10

The musical score skillfully conveys the tension and conflict within Georgiana's marriage, underscoring the complexities of her relationships with the Duke and Lady Bess.

Patricia Lewis

6/10

Overall, the musical score of The Duchess is a compelling and evocative element that enriches the storytelling, adding depth and resonance to the characters' experiences.

Emily Gonzalez

7/10

The haunting melodies evoke the sense of longing and heartbreak that Georgiana experiences in her turbulent marriage.

Edward Thompson

3/10

I found the soundtrack of The Duchess to be forgettable and lacking in memorable melodies or themes that could have helped to create a stronger connection with the audience.

Carol Parker

8/10

The score's dramatic crescendos and subtle nuances create a captivating listening experience that stays with you long after the movie ends.

Deborah Martinez

8/10

The soundtrack's blend of classical compositions and original pieces perfectly complements the film's visual aesthetics and narrative arc.

Matthew Wright

8/10

The themes of passion and sacrifice are beautifully underscored by the evocative music, adding depth to the characters' development.

Stephanie Nelson

7/10

The soundtrack skillfully weaves together themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations, mirroring the complexities of Georgiana's life.

Michael Jones

5/10

The use of classical compositions in the soundtrack adds a sense of grandeur and sophistication to the film, reflecting the lavish lifestyle of the characters.

Anthony Martin

8/10

The use of period instruments in the soundtrack transports the listener back to the 18th century, enhancing the film's historical authenticity.

Dorothy Wright

10/10

The music evokes a sense of longing, passion, and resilience, mirroring Georgiana's unwavering spirit in the face of betrayal and heartbreak. The orchestral arrangements beautifully complement the film's narrative, adding depth and emotion to every scene.

Daniel Turner

6/10

The music enhances the emotional depth of Georgiana's story, portraying her struggles with love, betrayal, and societal expectations with poignant melodies.

Andrew Green

6/10

The soundtrack evokes a sense of longing and passion in Georgiana's forbidden romance with Charles Grey, capturing the intensity of their love despite societal constraints.

Kenneth Perez

7/10

Overall, the music in The Duchess elevates the viewing experience, immersing the audience in the lavish world of Georgian England while highlighting the human drama at its core.

Karen Carter

2/10

The music in The Duchess seemed out of place at times, with jarring transitions that detracted from the overall viewing experience and failed to create a cohesive atmosphere for the film.

Anthony Nelson

4/10

The soundtrack of The Duchess failed to capture the emotional depth and complexities of Georgiana's character, missing the opportunity to enhance the storytelling through music.

Charles Roberts

6/10

The soundtrack of The Duchess effectively captures the opulence and decadence of the Georgian period, setting the tone for the film's historical setting.