Johann Sebastian Bach

Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565

The chilling first note struck down by the organ, a byword for horror

Johann Sebastian Bach · Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565 (opening)

You've probably heard it here

MoviesDr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde(1931)
Plays during the opening credits
MoviesFantasia(1940)
The film's first piece, with abstract shapes moving to the music
MoviesThe Phantom of the Opera(1962)
This piece underlies the whole film
MoviesThe Black Cat(1934)
Used as an insert song in a horror film

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