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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[Harry Potter] Series Main Theme Songs (21–30)
FireworksNicholas Hooper
Dolores Umbridge, who appears in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
In a scene where Fred and George, Ron’s twin brothers, get their revenge on the much-hated Umbridge with a prank, this piece plays.
The title means “Fireworks.” In fact, in the story, fireworks that seem almost alive zoom around the classroom where Harry and his friends are.
Thanks to the scene, its content, and the music, it’s incredibly satisfying.
You can just picture the twins’ triumphant grins—it’s a very lively BGM!
Severus and LilyAlexandre Desplat
This piece centers on Severus Snape—who appears from the early installments as an antagonist and is also a teacher at Hogwarts—and Harry’s mother, Lily Potter.
It plays during a pivotal scene in the series’ final chapter, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2.
For those who watched it, the content was probably quite shocking.
It feels as if loneliness and sorrow seep in through your ears and into your mind.
Severus Snape’s way of life is packed into the sound.
PrologueJohn Williams
An intro that even sounds like a music box… this is quintessential Harry Potter.
This piece plays in the prologue of the first film, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
The progression from a slightly eerie beginning to a majestic tone really sticks in your ears.
It makes you feel as if you’ve stepped right into the film’s magical world.
It’s a track that symbolizes the work and is indispensable when talking about it.
By the way, it’s also the first track on the soundtrack.
Hogwarts Forever! and The Moving StairsJohn Williams
Hogwarts, the storied school of magic.
This piece pays tribute to its narrative richness and sense of wonder.
The horn section’s expansive tone feels great, doesn’t it? The “The Moving Stairs” in the latter half of the title refers to the moving staircases—stairs that change position on their own so you suddenly can’t reach places you could before, like capricious living creatures.
It’s such a uniquely magical-world concept, isn’t it? Makes you want to set foot in the magic school yourself.
Hogwarts’ MarchPatrick Doyle
In the story of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, there’s an event called the Triwizard Tournament.
Right before Harry and the others take on the final task—reaching the winner’s cup at the center of the maze—the band performs this piece.
As the title suggests, it’s a bright, march-style number, very much like a pep tune.
It really puts you in the mood of “All right, let’s do this!” For those who know what happens afterward in the story… the contrast might really hit you.
Potter WaltzPatrick Doyle
This is a piece that was played at the Christmas party in the fourth installment of the series, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
When you think of ballroom dancing, don’t you picture a waltz? This very song is used in a dance scene.
Its glittering, glamorous melody and light triple meter give it a distinctly Christmas feel.
The Chamber of SecretsJohn Williams
A very dynamic piece named after the second installment in the series, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Its development builds impressively, as if gradually closing in on the mystery of what the “Chamber of Secrets” really is.
The interplay between the strings and the brass heightens anticipation for the story.
For some listeners, this single track alone may deliver the satisfaction of having watched an entire film.
It’s a hugely popular work, passionately supported by fans of the Harry Potter series.