Main Themes and Theme Songs Throughout the Harry Potter Series
Riding on a broom and flying, controlling flames, opening any door with a key—magic really makes you dream, doesn’t it?
In this article, I’d like to introduce the main theme and insert songs from the globally popular film series Harry Potter.
Many of you probably remember the boom when Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was released.
A magical world right next to where we live… it’s so romantic, isn’t it?
Listen to the songs featured here, and you’ll surely feel like watching the movies again!
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Main Theme Songs of the Harry Potter Series (1–10)
Professor UmbridgeNicholas Hooper
“Professor Umbridge” from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, composed by Nicholas Hooper.
It’s a delightful piece that shifts from an eerie timbre to a light, sprightly rhythm.
The image of a wizard is expressed through a variety of instruments.
It might make many of you want to watch the film again!
Voldmort’sEndAlexandre Desplat
You can tell exactly what kind of scene it is just from the title.
It plays during the final installment of the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, in the scene where Harry battles his arch-enemy Voldemort.
The dynamic, tense orchestral sound keeps you on the edge of your seat, making your palms sweat.
For those who have watched the entire Harry Potter series, it’s the ultimate climax.
So I imagine the piece itself has left a strong impression on many people.
Christmas at HogwartsJohn Williams
Christmas is a major winter event for people all over the world—and it’s the same in the magical world.
This piece, used in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, plays during the scenes set at Hogwarts as the Christmas season arrives.
Harry had never experienced a happy Christmas before.
The sound arrangement, which seems to overflow with his joy at “receiving so many presents,” is particularly memorable.
Its atmosphere makes us smile along with him.
[Harry Potter] Series: All-time Main Themes and Theme Songs (11–20)
The Dueling ClubJohn Williams
At Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Lockhart announces he’s starting a dueling club.
He picks Snape as his assistant and opponent, but is promptly defeated.
The scene where he gets up while making excuses always makes me chuckle.
Then comes the serious bout between Potter and Malfoy, which somehow still feels kind of adorable.
Tension and comedy—this is a track that carries those contrasting vibes.
The Norwegian Ridgeback and a Change of SeasonJohn Williams
First, about the title: the dragon that appeared as Hagrid’s pet, Norbert.
The species name of this Norbert, as a dragon, is the Norwegian Ridgeback.
And the latter half of the title translates directly as “seasonal turn.” It’s background music that captures the cuteness of a baby dragon and the passage of daily time.
Listening to this piece might bring to mind the everyday scenes of Harry and his friends at the wizarding school.
Don’t you just want to visit the magical world?
Dobby the House ElfJohn Williams
This is the theme song for Dobby, a popular character who appears in the second installment of the series, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Dobby has a rather quirky personality, and the music carries a uniquely whimsical mood to match.
If you listen knowing what he’s like, you can easily picture him darting around with those wide, darting eyes.
The Harry Potter series features many mysterious creatures and races, and even just the music alone sparks curiosity—making you wonder what they look like and what they do.
Dumbledore’s FarewellNicholas Hooper
“Dumbledore’s Farewell” from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
A piece by Nicholas Hooper.
The strings begin slowly and gravely, then unfold into a cello solo.
It’s an emotive composition whose beautiful melody can bring you to the verge of tears.
Though short, it leaves a powerful impression.