The Bells of Notre Dame
Alan Menken
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Songwriters/Composers"The Bells of Notre Dame" song was composed by American Composer Alan Menken, who is known for his work in many popular Disney movies including Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid and more.
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Lyrics WriterStephen Schwartz, the renowned Broadway lyricist, wrote the lyrics for "The Bells of Notre Dame". Schwartz is also famous for his work on "Godspell" and "Wicked".
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Animated FilmThe song "The Bells of Notre Dame" was featured in the Disney animated film "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", which was generally released in 1996.
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Narrative Song"The Bells of Notre Dame" acts as the opening and closing number in the film and is a narrative song that tells the backstory of main character and protagonist Quasimodo.
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Cast SingersThe song is performed by the characters Clopin (voiced by Paul Kandel), Archdeacon (voiced by David Ogden Stiers), Frollo (voiced by Tony Jay), and a chorus in the movie.
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Movie Theme"The Bells of Notre Dame" sets the dramatic and dark tone that the film portrays, differentiating it from many of Disney's other more light-hearted animated features.
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Musical AdaptationThe song is also used in the stage musical adaptation of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", with certain lyrics rewritten and musical arrangements adjusted.
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Song Popularity"The Bells of Notre Dame" has gained popularity over the years and has been covered by various artists, including artists outside of the United States.
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Song StyleThe composition incorporates elements of both orchestral and choral music, reflecting the overall musical style of the film which is set in medieval Paris.
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AwardsWhile the song itself did not win any awards, it certainly contributed to Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz's Academy Award nomination for Best Original Musical or Comedy Score for the film.
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Famous LandmarkThe song refers to the bells of Notre Dame, an iconic symbol of the famous Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, which is a central location in the film's story.
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