A Quiet Place (soundtrack)

The soundtrack to the 2018 American science fiction horror film A Quiet Place was composed by Marco Beltrami. It largely eschews traditional horror scoring techniques, opting for minimalist arrangements and extended periods of near-silence to emphasize the film's central premise: survival hinges on avoiding sound.

Beltrami's score uses a combination of orchestral instruments, often played in unconventional ways (e.g., bowing cymbals, prepared piano), and electronic textures to create a sense of unease and tension. The score is not wall-to-wall; rather, music is used sparingly and strategically to punctuate moments of heightened danger or emotional resonance.

The soundtrack release features a selection of cues from the film, highlighting the score's key themes and motifs. It aims to provide a complementary listening experience to the film, capturing its atmosphere of dread and vulnerability. The score’s deliberate use of silence and quiet underscores the film’s narrative and adds to the overall suspense. It has been praised for its effectiveness in creating a unique and impactful sonic landscape.