Alan Silvestri is an American composer and conductor known for his work in film and television. One of his notable compositions is for the movie "Practical Magic". "Practical Magic" is a fantasy romantic comedy-drama film released in 1998. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Alice Hoffman. In "Practical Magic", Silvestri created a captivating and magical score that perfectly complements the enchanting and whimsical tone of the film. The music reflects the themes of love, family, and the supernatural, capturing the essence of the story.
SICK mascot, and points for not being just “knights.”
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The music reflects the themes of love, family, and the supernatural, capturing the essence of the story. Silvestri's score for "Practical Magic" is a blend of different musical styles, incorporating elements of classical music, folk, and pop. The orchestral arrangements are rich and melodic, evoking a sense of wonder and mystery.
Ranking all 68 of the 2023 men's NCAA tournament teams by mascot
March Madness is HERE. And we know the next few days until the first round of the 2023 NCAA men’s tournament will be filled with you filling out your bracket, erasing it, filling it out again, tweaking it, tweaking it again and then making last-second changes before tip-off Thursday. If you’re into doing deep research with stats, rankings, and history involved… then this isn’t the list for you. This is the seventh annual version of the list to help you pick your bracket based on team nicknames or mascots. My completely non-scientific system is based on a combination of moniker creativity, how threatening the mascot is and, sometimes, the look of the costumed thing.
- Picks against the spread for every game.
- Power rankings of the Sweet 16 teams.
68. Illinois Fighting Illini
There was apparently a push to get the belted kingfisher bird to be the university’s new mascot, but with no mascot at the moment, I have to put them at the bottom of the list along with some other mascot-less schools. At least they got rid of their previous mascot that was rightfully deemed offensive.
I haven’t seen anything indicating that the kingfisher has been pushed through, so we’ll keep them here for now.
67. San Diego State Aztecs
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Again, universities with no mascots get ranked low — I haven’t seen anything about what they replaced the insensitive Aztec Warrior with.
66. Indiana Hoosiers
Syndication: The Indianapolis Star
65. Arizona Wildcats
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
I say this every year: Wildcats is so bland and used by so many programs. Change the name!
64. Northwestern Wildcats
Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
63. Kentucky Wildcats
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62. Kansas State Wildcats
Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
61. Auburn Tigers
There are also too many tigers!
Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
60. Princeton Tigers
Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
59. Texas Southern Tigers
Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
58. Memphis Tigers
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
57. Missouri Tigers
Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
56. Pittsburgh Panthers
Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
The big cats that aren’t tigers or wildcats get extra points.
55. Montana State Bobcats
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
54. Vermont Catamounts
Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
53. Charleston Cougars
Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
52. Houston Cougars
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
51. Creighton Bluejays
Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports
As an editor, this drives me up the wall. IT’S BLUE JAYS, NOT BLUEJAYS. TYPO!
50. Nevada Wolf Pack
Lance Iversen-USA TODAY Sports
49. N.C. State Wolfpack
Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
They should play each other to figure out who gets the correct format.
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48. Baylor Bears
Bears are scary.
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
47. UCLA Bruins
Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports
46. Southeastern Missouri State Redhawks
Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
We like a splash of color.
45. Marquette Golden Eagles
Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
44. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
43. Kent State Golden Flashes
Syndication: Akron Beacon Journal
Reminds me of Dan Flashes from I Think You Should Leave.
42. Maryland Terrapins
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41. UConn Huskies
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
HERE COME THE DOGS! DOGS ARE THE BEST!
40. Drake Bulldogs
Syndication: The Des Moines Register
39. UNC Asheville Bulldogs
38. Gonzaga Bulldogs
(AP Photo/Young Kwak)
37. Missouri State Bears
36. Texas A&M Aggies
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
They have a live dog mascot named Reveille!
35. Iowa State Cyclones
Named for a natural disaster, but this is their mascot:
William Purnell-USA TODAY Sports
34. Miami Hurricanes
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33. VCU Rams
Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
32. Arkansas Razorbacks
Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
31. Howard Bison
30. UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
29. Alabama Crimson Tide
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
28. Texas A&M -- Corpus Christi Islanders
I’ll repeat what I learned from last year:
OK, so they should be back with the other mascot-less after getting rid of the controversial Izzy the Islander last year.
But I’m giving them bonus points for teaching me something: When they were selected, I was flabergasted that they were called Islanders. What island is there in Texas? Turns out it’s located … on its own island!
27. Providence Friars
Greg Bartram-USA TODAY Sports
26. Penn State Nittany Lions
Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
I don’t know what it is, but I love how simple the mascot is.
25. Iowa Hawkeyes
Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
24. Tennessee Volunteers
Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
23. Duke Blue Devils
(Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
22. Kennesaw State Owls
Owls are awesome, and this mascot is fantastic …
21. Florida Atlantic Owls
Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports
… As is this one NAMED OWLSLEY!
20. Boise State Broncos
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
19. Utah State Aggies
18. Kansas Jayhawks
Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
17. Texas Longhorns
Dustin Safranek-USA TODAY Sports
16. Purdue Boilermakers
Sandra Dukes-USA TODAY Sports
Another super creepy mascot, so we’ve reached the “please don’t hurt me” division.
15. Arizona State Sun Devils
Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
14. Colgate Raiders
13. USC Trojans
Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Whew, these two will save us.
12. Michigan State Spartans
Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
11. Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
I’m so bummed they’re mascot-less, but that nickname alone gets them this high.
10. West Virginia Mountaineers
Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports
9. Xavier Musketeers
(Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
8. Virginia Cavaliers
Amber Searls-USA TODAY Sports
7. Farleigh Dickinson Knights
Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
6. TCU Horned Frogs
(AP Photo/LM Otero)
Looks like an alien!
5. Saint Mary's Gaels
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Which Gael is better? This one?
4. Iona Gaels
3. Furman Paladins
SICK mascot, and points for not being just “knights.”
2. Grand Canyon Lopes
Syndication: Arizona Republic
What is a lope? It’s an antelope! Points for uniqueness and look!
1. Northern Kentucky Norse
I cannot get enough of Victor E. Viking, both the name and the look:
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(10) Utah State
The use of various instruments, such as strings, piano, and flute, adds depth and texture to the music. One of the standout tracks from the film's soundtrack is "Amas Veritas", which translates to "True Love" in Latin. This piece highlights Silvestri's ability to create beautiful and emotional melodies. The music beautifully captures the profound love shared between the main characters, played by Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. Another notable track is "Casting the Spell", which features energetic and rhythmic percussion, giving the music a sense of action and magic. The use of chimes and bells adds a mystical quality to the music, enhancing the sense of wonder and enchantment. Overall, Alan Silvestri's score for "Practical Magic" is a delightful and enchanting musical accompaniment to the film. It adds depth and emotion to the storytelling, enhancing the overall viewing experience. Silvestri's ability to capture the essence of the film's themes through his music is a testament to his talent as a composer. His score for "Practical Magic" is a testament to his versatility and artistry..
Reviews for "The Power of Music: Alan Silvestri's Impact on Practical Magic's Magical Atmosphere"
1. Jennifer - 1/5 stars - I was extremely disappointed with "Alan Silvestri's Practical Magic". The music felt completely out of place and didn't capture the essence of the film at all. It lacked the magical and mysterious undertones that the story deserved. The score was generic and predictable, failing to add any depth or emotion to the scenes. I found myself cringing at some of the musical choices, as they seemed too cheesy and over-the-top. Overall, the soundtrack was a huge letdown and detracted from my enjoyment of the movie.
2. Mark - 2/5 stars - While I appreciate Alan Silvestri's talent as a composer, I felt that "Practical Magic" was not one of his best works. The music didn't resonate with me and failed to enhance the story or the characters. It lacked originality and felt formulaic, with clichéd melodies and predictable orchestrations. Overall, the soundtrack felt forgettable and didn't leave a lasting impression. I was expecting more from such a renowned composer and unfortunately, this score fell short of my expectations.
3. Laura - 1/5 stars - I found the music in "Alan Silvestri's Practical Magic" to be distracting and annoying. The score was overly dramatic and melodramatic at times, taking away from the moments of genuine emotion in the film. The music felt forced and didn't flow seamlessly with the narrative. It felt like the composer was trying too hard to make an impact, resulting in a soundtrack that failed to connect with the audience. I would have preferred a more subtle and nuanced approach to the music, which would have added depth to the story instead of overpowering it.
4. Alex - 2/5 stars - "Practical Magic" had potential to be a great film, but the music by Alan Silvestri didn't live up to that expectation. The score felt too bombastic and overdone, drowning out the dialogue and distracting from the plot. The music lacked subtlety and seemed to be trying too hard to create a certain mood or atmosphere. It felt like a missed opportunity to have a score that could have added depth and complexity to the story. Overall, I think the film would have been better served with a more understated and nuanced approach to the music.