Episode 23

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19th Mar 2026

How To Train Your Dragon - Romance in the Air

In this final episode for How to Train Your Dragon, Ruth focuses on the romantic themes throughout the trilogy written by composer John Powell. From Astrid and Hiccup to Hiccup's parents to Toothless and the Lightfury, each movie has a unique take on romance that often coincides with flying. We look at how the journey progresses from crushes to epic to quiet and vulnerable. We also look at the similarities of romantic music and flying and the unique opportunities of having both of them occur at the same time.

Host: Ruth Mudge https://www.ruthmudge.com/worldofsoundtracks

Music by John Powell

"A Romantic Flight" - How to Train Your Dragon (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2025 Back Lot Music, a Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"This is Berk" - How to Train Your Dragon (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2010 Dreamworks Animation L.L.C, under Exclusive License to Varese Sarabande, A Division of Concord.

"Romantic Flight" - How to Train Your Dragon (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2010 Dreamworks Animation L.L.C, under Exclusive License to Varese Sarabande, A Division of Concord.

"The Flying Sequence" - Superman: The Movie (Soundtrack from the Motion Picture), music by John Williams & London Symphony Orchestra, 2005 Warner Strategic Marketing

"The Cove" - How to Train Your Dragon (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2010 Dreamworks Animation L.L.C, under Exclusive License to Varese Sarabande, A Division of Concord.

"Coming Back Around" - How to Train Your Dragon (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2010 Dreamworks Animation L.L.C, under Exclusive License to Varese Sarabande, A Division of Concord.

"Dragon Racing" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Hiccup the Chief/Drago's Coming" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Me Likey" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2022 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"I grew Facial Hair for You" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2022 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Battle of the Bewilderbeast" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Two New Alphas" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Legend has it/Cliffside Playtime" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"Armada Battle" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"For the Dancing and the Dreaming" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, sung by Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson & Mary Jane Wells, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Hiccup Confronts Drago" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Stoick's Ship" - How To Train Your Dragon 2 (Music from the Motion Picture), music by John Powell, 2014 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"Toothless: Smitten" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"Exodus!" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"Third Date" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"New "New" Tail" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"Furies in Love" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"The Hidden World" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"Grimmel's Surprise" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (The Deluxe Version, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2024 Back Lot Music, A Division of Universal Studios Music LLLP

"As Long as He's Safe" - How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), music by John Powell, 2019 Back Lot Music

"World of Soundtracks" - music by Edith Mudge http://www.edithmudge.com, graphics by Lindsey Bergsma http://www.lindseybergsma.com

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The Musical Journey of Soundtracks
Love the soundtracks of your favorite movie or show and you don't know why? Join host Ruth Mudge as she takes you on a journey through Jane Austen, Harry Potter, and other beloved soundtracks. She explores how the music enhances telling the story and the ways these musical ideas carry both the narrative and emotional journey of the characters and world.
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Ruth Mudge

Ruth Mudge, a former native of Connecticut, is a cello instructor and performer in the Western Suburbs of the Chicago area.  She grew up playing both the piano and cello in a musical household. The love and knowledge she received in that home and teachers she loves to share with others, whether through teaching a new generation of musicians to sharing her musical gifts to her community.
Ruth began teaching Soundtrack classes on Zoom in 2020 ranging from Star Wars to Harry Potter to Jane Austen adaptations. She presented a break-out session "The World of Jane Austen Soundtracks" at JASNA's AGM in 2021 as well as to local chapters around the country. She has also collaborated with YouTube channel "Jorah the Andal" on several videos focused on the TV show "Arrow."