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Music Behind the Magic

by Jonathan Goodman

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The History and Impact of Disney Music with Jon Burlingame

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The use of music in Disney movies has evolved over the years. While always present, its use as a narrative device and emotional touchstone has shifted from the background to the forefront, depending on what “Disney era” (Golden Era, Silver…
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The Jungle Cruise is one of Disney fans’ most beloved attractions. And while many people love the theming, the mechanical animals, and the scenery, the jokes and puns are usually what keeps us coming back for more. But this ride has a long…
D23 Recap and Trip Report: Music, Movies, Magic, and More

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The Best of Star Wars Music with Tim Foster

August 3, 2026 · 1 hr 55 min

With the recent release of The Mandalorian and Grogu marking the return of Star Wars to the movie theaters for the first time in 7 years (after 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker), the recent conclusion of the Maul: Shadow Lord animated series…

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Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz and the Emotional Power of Disney Medleys

July 10, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

It’s one thing to love Disney songs. It’s another to be able to play Disney songs. But it’s a whole other level to write and perform original music about Disney songs, drawing upon the fandom’s collective passion for history and nostalgia…
Mark Mancina and the Music of Moana

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Legendary Composer Bruce Broughton Returns to Discuss Soarin' Across America

June 8, 2026 · 59 min

If you’ve been paying attention, you may have noticed that there is a LOT going on around the Disney parks. There are re-imaginings and updates to existing rides, and lots of news coming out about upcoming rides as well. This year, we’ve…
The Magic of Live Disney Musical Entertainment with Michael Mastroianni

May 26, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

On the podcast, we talk a lot about the emotional power that Disney music is able to convey, and most of the time, we experience that power passively—on a screen or through our headphones. But the real magic of Disney music happens when…
A Conversation with Pixar Creative Veteran James Ford Murphy and the Music of "Lava"

May 10, 2026 · 56 min

This year commemorates the 40th anniversary of Pixar. Pixar was officially founded as an independent company on February 3, 1986, when Steve Jobs purchased the Computer Graphics Division from Lucasfilm. Since that time, Pixar has gone on…
Haim Mazar and the Music of Disney's Versa

April 28, 2026 · 57 min

The amazing thing about Disney movies is how they are able to make us feel so many emotions through the use of unparalleled storytelling. With some clever or poignant dialogue, incredible voice acting and music in the background, we can…
Composer Tyler Koontz and Creating Disney Parks Music Around the World

April 11, 2026 · 44 min

When we visit the Disney parks, there is always music around to guide us. There is the background music in each land that sets the theme, and the attraction music that helps narrate the story of the ride. But the music in the parades…

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About the show

A podcast celebrating the magic of Disney songs, scores, and soundtracks--from the movies to the parks. Join us in exploring the music of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel with new topics and interviews every week. Let's create some magical, musical pixie dust! Visit www.musicbehindthemagic.com, Instagram @musicbehindthemagic, and join the Facebook Group at www.facebook.com/groups/musicbehindthemagic