It was announced today that Alan Rickman, a talented British actor, has passed away after a battle with cancer. Rickman was best known for his roles in films such as Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Die Hard, Galaxy Quest and the Harry Potter series.
It is from the last set of films in this list that Rickman is most easily recognisable to the younger generation. Growing up with Harry Potter books, and films, it is of Rickman whom a child/teen would think when encountering the character of Professor Snape the terrifying Potions master at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. To that end, I thought today's Song of the Day should be a piece from the Harry Potter films.
Written by John Williams, Hedwig's Theme is, like Alan Rickman, one of the franchises most memorable features. It is a waltzing, magical score befitting of the film it accompanies.
Our thoughts must surely be with Alan Rickman's family at this time; his career is long and accomplished, and tributes are pouring in, each one proclaiming him a loving and lovable character, despite his on screen personas.
You can take a listen to Hedwig's Theme below on YouTube. I've also included a link to the Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves main theme, in case Rickman's dashing but villainous portrayal of the Sheriff of Nottingham is more to your liking:
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