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Qatar Airways Hans Zimmer score: what you will hear when you board
The airline's new boarding and landing music is on its flights from the day of the unveiling, and it is also coming as a full album.
A film composer writes the boarding music
Qatar Airways passengers can hear a new composition onboard from the day of the unveiling, and it comes from a composer with multiple Oscar and Grammy awards. [1][2] The airline unveiled a partnership with Hans Zimmer to create a new sonic identity for the airline. [2]
The new music will be played as the boarding and landing music on Qatar Airways flights. [3] The exclusive score will be featured across the airline's onboard music. [2]
What the music is and where it comes from
The new onboard music is inspired by Qatar and its culture. [1] The initiative marks the debut of the airline's new audio identity and represents a long-term partnership between the airline and Zimmer. [2]
Zimmer's music has been featured in films including The Lion King, Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Da Vinci Code. [3]
Three tracks on the album
The track 'Dawn' is meant to convey anticipation and possibility when stepping beyond the daily routine. [1] The track 'The Orchard' was inspired by the sense of escape offered by the ORCHARD, one of Hamad International Airport's most distinctive passenger experiences. [1]
The album's final track, 'An Ode to Qatar', is a tribute to the nation's rich heritage and forward-looking vision. [1]
What the two sides say
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer said the airline is thrilled to partner with Zimmer to compose its new signature music, exclusively for Qatar Airways. [2] He said the bespoke soundscape will be a reflection of the brand's elegance and ambition. [2]
Zimmer said it is an honour to collaborate with Qatar Airways on this visionary project. [2] He said the collaboration aims to craft a sonic experience reflecting the beauty of travel and the pioneering spirit of the airline. [2]
How we got here
The collaboration was first announced in July 2025. [3] Riyadh Air revealed its high-profile brand sonic before launching operations. [3]
Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas stated it is 'haram' that the number one premium passenger for Qatar Airways are Saudi nationals. [3]
What it means for you
If you fly Qatar Airways, you can experience the new composition onboard from the day of the unveiling. [1] You will hear it as the boarding and landing music. [3]
If you want to listen away from the cabin, the score will also be released as a full musical album on major streaming platforms and the airline's official channels. [2]
Sources
- Qatar Airways Unveils Onboard Signature Music Created in Partnership with Composer Hans Zimmer — Breaking Travel News
- Qatar Airways Partners with Academy Award-Winning Composer Hans Zimmer for a Signature Symphony — Travel News
- Qatar Airways & Hans Zimmer Unveil “Burgundy Symphony” Sonic Identity — One Mile at a Time
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