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This article documents the extensive series of blog posts written by [[Bear McCreary]], the composer for the Re-imagined Series, providing behind-the-scenes details on the creation of the show's iconic score. For over a decade, McCreary maintained a detailed blog where he analyzed the score for nearly every episode and television movie, discussed the creation of soundtrack albums, and shared news about live performances and other related events. These posts offer an unparalleled look into the musical heart of ''Battlestar Galactica''.

The entries are compiled here from McCreary's official website and are organized by topic.

==Series Episodes==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Bear McCreary's Battlestar Galactica Blog Posts - Series Episodes
|-
! Title
! URL
! Posting Date
! Episode
! Summary
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Daybreak, Parts I & II”|BG4: “Daybreak, Parts I & II”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-daybreak-pt-2/ | title = Link }}
| March 20, 2009
| [[Daybreak|Daybreak, Parts I & II]]
| This blog post discusses the music of the final episode of Battlestar Galactica. It delves into the creative process behind the score and the emotional journey of composing the music for the end of the series.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Daybreak” Pop-Quiz!|BG4: “Daybreak” Pop-Quiz!]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-daybreak-pop-quiz/ | title = Link }}
| March 13, 2009
| [[Daybreak]]
| A fun pop-quiz about the music of the upcoming finale, "Daybreak". The author also mentions that the full blog post for the finale will be delayed.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Islanded in a Stream of Stars”|BG4: “Islanded in a Stream of Stars”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-islanded-in-a-stream-of-stars/ | title = Link }}
| March 7, 2009
| [[Islanded in a Stream of Stars]]
| This post covers the music of the penultimate episode, which serves as a transitional story setting up the series finale. The author also discusses the musical complexity of the previous episode, "Someone to Watch Over Me".
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Someone to Watch Over Me,” Pt 3|BG4: “Someone to Watch Over Me,” Pt 3]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-someone-to-watch-over-me-pt-3/ | title = Link }}
| February 27, 2009
| [[Someone to Watch Over Me]]
| The third part of a series of posts about the music of the episode "Someone to Watch Over Me". This episode is noted for its musical complexity and this post covers the post-production and scoring process.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Someone to Watch Over Me,” Pt 2|BG4: “Someone to Watch Over Me,” Pt 2]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-someone-to-watch-over-me-pt-2/ | title = Link }}
| February 27, 2009
| [[Someone to Watch Over Me]]
| Part two of the series, detailing the on-set production, the specifics of the piano used as a prop and musical instrument, and how the actors prepared for their musical performances.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Someone to Watch Over Me,” Pt 1|BG4: “Someone to Watch Over Me,” Pt 1]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-someone-to-watch-over-me-pt-1/ | title = Link }}
| February 27, 2009
| [[Someone to Watch Over Me]]
| The first of a three-part series on an episode the composer was deeply involved with, from script to final mix. It covers the origins of the story, focusing on [[Kara Thrace]]'s relationship with her father and the integration of the song "[[w:All Along the Watchtower|All Along the Watchtower]]".
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Deadlock” – Exclusive Final Five Interviews, Pt. 2|BG4: “Deadlock” – Exclusive Final Five Interviews, Pt. 2]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-deadlock-exclusive-final-five-interviews-pt-2/ | title = Link }}
| February 20, 2009
| [[Deadlock]]
| In honor of a Cylon-centric episode, this post features the second part of the [[Final Five]] interviews, with actor [[Michael Hogan]] discussing his character, [[Saul Tigh]], and his reaction to the Cylon reveal.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “No Exit” – Exclusive Final Five Interviews, Pt. 1|BG4: “No Exit” – Exclusive Final Five Interviews, Pt. 1]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-no-exit-exclusive-final-five-interviews-pt-1/ | title = Link }}
| February 13, 2009
| [[No Exit]]
| This post features exclusive interviews with [[Final Five]] actors [[Michael Trucco]] (Anders), [[Aaron Douglas]] (Tyrol), and [[Rekha Sharma]] (Tory) about how the Cylon revelation affected their characters and their performances.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Blood on the Scales”|BG4: “Blood on the Scales”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-blood-on-the-scales/ | title = Link }}
| February 6, 2009
| [[Blood on the Scales]]
| A discussion of the score for the conclusion of the mutiny arc. The music features prominent Japanese instrumentation (biwa, shamisen) and an operatic use of character themes to heighten the drama.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “The Oath”|BG4: “The Oath”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-the-oath/ | title = Link }}
| January 30, 2009
| [[The Oath]]
| Details the score for the Gaeta/Zarek mutiny, introducing unique Japanese instruments like the biwa and shamisen to create a frantic, conspiratorial tone.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “A Disquiet Follows My Soul”|BG4: “A Disquiet Follows My Soul”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-a-disquiet-follows-my-soul/ | title = Link }}
| January 23, 2009
| [[A Disquiet Follows My Soul]]
| Discusses scoring the first episode after the [[w:2007–08 Writers Guild of America strike|WGA strike]], which was also [[Ron Moore]]'s directorial debut, and the creation of a new theme for [[Tom Zarek]].
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Sometimes a Great Notion”|BG4: “Sometimes a Great Notion”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-sometimes-a-great-notion/ | title = Link }}
| January 17, 2009
| [[Sometimes a Great Notion]]
| A look into scoring one of the series' darkest episodes, detailing the use of atonal writing and the creation of the grim "Earth Chord" to represent the devastating discovery.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Revelations”|BG4: “Revelations”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-revelations/ | title = Link }}
| June 14, 2008
| [[Revelations]]
| A pivotal episode for the composer, discussing the creation of the "Diaspora Oratorio" and the first-time use of a full choir and brass section for the arrival at [[Earth (RDM)|Earth]].
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “The Hub”|BG4: “The Hub”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-the-hub/ | title = Link }}
| June 7, 2008
| [[The Hub]]
| Focuses on the battle to destroy the Cylon [[Resurrection Hub]], the development of a theme for the Hub itself, and the long-awaited emotional reunion of [[William Adama|Adama]] and [[Laura Roslin]].
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Sine Qua Non”|BG4: “Sine Qua Non”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-sine-qua-non/ | title = Link }}
| May 30, 2008
| [[Sine Qua Non]]
| Details the creation of a new, mysterious theme for [[Romo Lampkin]] and the development of the Military Theme to underscore Adama's personal crisis.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Guess What’s Coming to Dinner”|BG4: “Guess What’s Coming to Dinner”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg-guess-whats-coming-to-dinner/ | title = Link }}
| May 16, 2008
| [[Guess What's Coming to Dinner]]
| An in-depth look at the creation of "Gaeta's Lament," an original song that serves as a narrative thread throughout the episode, from lyrics to final performance.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Faith”|BG4: “Faith”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-faith/ | title = Link }}
| May 9, 2008
| [[Faith]]
| A melting pot of musical ideas, this post discusses the return of the Starbuck Destiny theme, [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]]'s theme, and the [[Final Five|Final Four]] theme to underscore the episode's complex plotlines.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “The Road Less Traveled”|BG4: “The Road Less Traveled”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-the-road-less-travelled/ | title = Link }}
| May 3, 2008
| [[The Road Less Traveled]]
| Focuses on Kara's journey aboard the ''Demetrius'' and the musical interplay between her two main themes (the Starbuck Theme and the Destiny Theme) to represent her internal conflict.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Escape Velocity”|BG4: “Escape Velocity”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-escape-velocity/ | title = Link }}
| April 25, 2008
| [[Escape Velocity]]
| A look at the more introspective, spiritual score for this episode, which further develops Tigh's theme and [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar]]'s new religious theme.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “The Ties That Bind”|BG4: “The Ties That Bind”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-the-ties-that-bind/ | title = Link }}
| April 19, 2008
| [[The Ties That Bind]]
| Discusses the creation of a new, tragic theme for [[Cally Henderson Tyrol|Cally]] as her storyline reaches its dark and emotional conclusion.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “Six Of One”|BG4: “Six Of One”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-six-of-one/ | title = Link }}
| April 12, 2008
| [[Six of One]]
| Details the first appearance of the "Final Four Theme" and how it was developed to represent the newly revealed Cylons.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG4: “He That Believeth in Me”|BG4: “He That Believeth in Me”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg4-he-that-believeth-in-me/ | title = Link }}
| April 5, 2008
| [[He That Believeth in Me]]
| The Season 4 premiere post, introducing two crucial new musical ideas: Kara's "Destiny Theme" and a spiritual theme for Gaius Baltar's new cult.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Crossroads, Part II”|BG3: “Crossroads, Part II”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-crossroads-part-ii/ | title = Link }}
| March 25, 2007
| [[Crossroads, Part II]]
| A deep dive into the creation of the iconic arrangement of [[w:Bob Dylan|Bob Dylan's]] "All Along the Watchtower" used in the season 3 finale, detailing the creative process and musical choices.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Crossroads, Part I”|BG3: “Crossroads, Part I”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-crossroads-part-i/ | title = Link }}
| March 18, 2007
| [[Crossroads, Part I]]
| Sets up the musical mystery of the Season 3 finale, introducing the strange, unheard music that begins to haunt four of the main characters.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Maelstrom”|BG3: “Maelstrom”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-maelstrom/ | title = Link }}
| March 11, 2007
| [[Maelstrom]]
| A deep dive into Kara Thrace's character, using her theme to explore her troubled past, her relationship with her mother, and her ultimate fate in the episode.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Dirty Hands”|BG3: “Dirty Hands”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-dirty-hands/ | title = Link }}
| February 25, 2007
| [[Dirty Hands]]
| Focuses on [[Galen Tyrol|Chief Tyrol's]] theme and the use of music to represent the working-class struggle and labor disputes within the fleet.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “A Day in the Life”|BG3: “A Day in the Life”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-a-day-in-the-life/ | title = Link }}
| February 18, 2007
| [[A Day in the Life]]
| Explores the music connecting two storylines: Adama's memories of his ex-wife and the life-threatening situation for Cally and Tyrol in an airlock.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “The Woman King”|BG3: “The Woman King”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-the-woman-king/ | title = Link }}
| February 11, 2007
| [[The Woman King]]
| A discussion about the music of the episode "The Woman King," focusing on the development and use of [[Karl Agathon|Helo's]] theme.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Takin’ a Break From All Your Worries”|BG3: “Takin’ a Break From All Your Worries”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-takin-a-break-from-all-your-worries/ | title = Link }}
| January 28, 2007
| [[Taking a Break From All Your Worries|Takin' a Break From All Your Worries]]
| The score for this episode centers on Baltar's interrogation, using his theme in a more tortured and fragmented way to reflect his mental state.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Rapture”|BG3: “Rapture”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-rapture/ | title = Link }}
| January 21, 2007
| [[Rapture]]
| The music for this episode focuses on the mythology of the [[Temple of Five]] and [[D'Anna Biers|D'Anna's]] profound and overwhelming visions.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “The Eye of Jupiter”|BG3: “The Eye of Jupiter”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-the-eye-of-jupiter/ | title = Link }}
| December 15, 2006
| [[The Eye of Jupiter]]
| Introduction of the mystical "Temple of Five" theme and the musical representation of the Cylon's search for the path to Earth.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Unfinished Business”|BG3: “Unfinished Business”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-unfinished-business/ | title = Link }}
| December 1, 2006
| [[Unfinished Business]]
| A unique episode scored almost entirely with source music, featuring a big band arrangement for the flashbacks and aggressive, rhythmic music for the boxing match.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Hero”|BG3: “Hero”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-hero/ | title = Link }}
| November 17, 2006
| [[Hero]]
| The score explores Adama's past and the introduction of a new character, Bulldog, with his own dedicated, heroic theme.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Torn”|BG3: “Torn”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-torn/ | title = Link }}
| November 10, 2006
| [[Torn]]
| The music reflects the growing division between the human fleet and the Cylons aboard the basestar, particularly focusing on Baltar's internal conflict.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Exodus, Part II”|BG3: “Exodus, Part II”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-exodus-part-ii/ | title = Link }}
| October 20, 2006
| [[Exodus, Part II]]
| A massive action score for the liberation of [[New Caprica]], one of the most complex and epic musical pieces of the entire series.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Exodus, Part I”|BG3: “Exodus, Part I”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-exodus-part-i/ | title = Link }}
| October 13, 2006
| [[Exodus, Part I]]
| Builds the musical tension leading up to the large-scale battle for New Caprica, introducing new action motifs for the resistance.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG3: “Occupation” / “Precipice”|BG3: “Occupation” / “Precipice”]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg3-occupation-precipice/ | title = Link }}
| October 6, 2006
| [[Occupation]] / [[Precipice]]
| Discusses the score for the Season 3 premiere, establishing the dark, oppressive, and emotionally stark musical tone of the Cylon-occupied New Caprica.
|}

==Movies of the Week==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Bear McCreary's Battlestar Galactica Blog Posts - Movies of the Week
|-
! Title
! URL
! Posting Date
! Topic
! Summary
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome|Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/battlestar-galactica-blood-chrome/ | title = Link }}
| February 10, 2013
| [[Blood and Chrome|Blood & Chrome]]
| A look at the score for the prequel film, detailing the shift to a more electronic and aggressive musical palette to represent the [[First Cylon War]] and the origins of the iconic "Adama Theme".
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Battlestar Galactica: The Plan|Battlestar Galactica: The Plan]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/battlestar-galactica-the-plan/ | title = Link }}
| October 27, 2009
| [[The Plan]]
| Explores the musical challenge of scoring a film from the Cylon perspective, re-contextualizing familiar themes and creating new motifs to tell the story of the series from the other side.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Battlestar Galactica: Razor|Battlestar Galactica: Razor]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/battlestar-galactica-razor/ | title = Link }}
| November 24, 2007
| [[Razor]]
| Details the process of scoring the first "Movie of the Week," focusing on the return of the original series' "Colonial Anthem" and the creation of a powerful new theme for the [[Pegasus (RDM)|Battlestar Pegasus]].
|}

==Music & Events==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Bear McCreary's Battlestar Galactica Blog Posts - Music & Events
|-
! Title
! URL
! Posting Date
! Topic
! Summary
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - So Say We All|So Say We All]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/so-say-we-all/ | title = Link }}
| June 2, 2021
| Retrospective Book
| Announcing the release of the book "So Say We All," a collection of the composer's complete blog series about scoring Battlestar Galactica.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Holiday Gift Guide 2013|Holiday Gift Guide 2013]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/holiday-gift-guide-2013/ | title = Link }}
| December 10, 2013
| Merchandise
| A holiday gift guide for fans, featuring various soundtrack albums including the Battlestar Galactica Solo Piano CD.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - “Prelude to War” For Accordion Orchestra|“Prelude to War” For Accordion Orchestra]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/prelude-to-war-for-accordion-orchestra/ | title = Link }}
| November 25, 2013
| Concert Performance
| Announcing a unique performance of "Prelude to War" by an [[w:Accordion|accordion]] orchestra in Germany.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Battlestar Galactica Solo Piano CD|Battlestar Galactica Solo Piano CD]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/battlestar-galactica-solo-piano-cd/ | title = Link }}
| September 23, 2011
| Album Release
| The official announcement and details for the "Music of Battlestar Galactica for Solo Piano" album release.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BSG: The Plan/Razor CD Release Tues., Signing Sat.|BSG: The Plan/Razor CD Release Tues., Signing Sat.]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bsg-the-planrazor-cd-release-tues-signing-sat/ | title = Link }}
| February 22, 2010
| Album Release
| Details for the soundtrack release of "The Plan" and "Razor," including information about a CD signing event.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Anthrax’s Scott Ian on New BSG: The Plan / Razor CD (UPDATED!)|Anthrax’s Scott Ian on New BSG: The Plan / Razor CD (UPDATED!)]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/anthraxs-scott-ian-on-new-bsg-the-plan-razor-cd-updated/ | title = Link }}
| February 17, 2010
| Album Promotion
| Features a guest blog and video from [[w:Scott Ian|Scott Ian]] of [[w:Anthrax (American band)|Anthrax]] discussing his contribution to and thoughts on the "The Plan/Razor" soundtrack.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BSG Music is Finally on iTunes!|BSG Music is Finally on iTunes!]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bsg-music-is-finally-on-itunes/ | title = Link }}
| July 21, 2009
| Digital Release
| Announcing that the soundtracks for all four seasons of Battlestar Galactica are available on [[w:iTunes Store|iTunes]] for the first time.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BG Season 4 CD Track List and Cover Art!|BG Season 4 CD Track List and Cover Art!]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bg-season-4-cd-track-list-and-cover-art/ | title = Link }}
| June 19, 2009
| Album Release
| The official reveal of the track list and cover art for the highly anticipated Season 4 soundtrack album.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - “Battlestar Galactica Symphony” World Premiere in Spain!|“Battlestar Galactica Symphony” World Premiere in Spain!]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/battlestar-galactica-symphony-world-premiere-in-spain/ | title = Link }}
| June 15, 2010
| Concert Performance
| Announcement of the world premiere of the "Battlestar Galactica Symphony" to be performed in Spain.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Battlestar Galactica Season 3 Soundtrack Album|Battlestar Galactica Season 3 Soundtrack Album]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/battlestar-galactica-season-3-soundtrack-album/ | title = Link }}
| October 22, 2007
| Album Release
| The official announcement for the Season 3 soundtrack, including details about the tracklist and release date.
|}

==Other Events and Musings==
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|+ Bear McCreary's Battlestar Galactica Blog Posts - Other Events and Musings
|-
! Title
! URL
! Posting Date
! Topic
! Summary
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Remembering Richard Hatch|Remembering Richard Hatch]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/remembering-richard-hatch/ | title = Link }}
| February 8, 2017
| Tribute
| A heartfelt tribute to actor [[Richard Hatch]], who played [[Tom Zarek]] in the new series and [[Captain Apollo]] in the original, following his passing.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - BSG Piano Book Fan Performances Awards|BSG Piano Book Fan Performances Awards]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/bsg-piano-book-fan-performances-awards/ | title = Link }}
| June 27, 2012
| Fan Engagement
| Announcing the winners of a fan contest for performances of music from the BSG Piano Songbook.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - EXCLUSIVE: BSG Piano Book Song List|EXCLUSIVE: BSG Piano Book Song List]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/exclusive-bsg-piano-book-song-list/ | title = Link }}
| June 22, 2011
| Merchandise
| The exclusive reveal of the full song list for the official "Music of Battlestar Galactica for Solo Piano" songbook.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt V|Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt V]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/themes-of-battlestar-galactica-pt-v/ | title = Link }}
| March 4, 2007
| Musical Analysis
| The fifth part of a series breaking down the main musical themes of the show, focusing on the themes for [[Anastasia Dualla|Dualla]], [[Cally Henderson Tyrol|Cally]], and the Roslin/Adama relationship.
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt IV|Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt IV]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/themes-of-battlestar-galactica-pt-iv/ | title = Link }}
| February 4, 2007
| Musical Analysis
| The fourth installment of the theme analysis series, this time covering the themes for [[Karl Agathon|Helo]], the [[Final Five]], and "Wander My Friends."
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt III|Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt III]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/themes-of-battlestar-galactica-pt-iii/ | title = Link }}
| November 5, 2006
| Musical Analysis
| Part three of the series on the show's musical themes, focusing on the various themes associated with [[Kara Thrace|Kara "Starbuck" Thrace]].
|-
| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt II|Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt II]]
| {{archivelink | url = https://bearmccreary.com/themes-of-battlestar-galactica-pt-ii/ | title = Link }}
| October 29, 2006
| Musical Analysis
| The second part of an in-depth look at the show's musical building blocks, this post covers the themes for [[Saul Tigh|Tigh]], the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]], and [[Sharon Valerii|Boomer]].
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| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Instruments of Battlestar Galactica: Electric Violin|Instruments of Battlestar Galactica: Electric Violin]]
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| October 22, 2006
| Musical Analysis
| A detailed look at the use of the electric violin in the score, one of the key instruments that helped define the sound of the series.
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| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Instruments of Battlestar Galactica: Duduk|Instruments of Battlestar Galactica: Duduk]]
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| October 15, 2006
| Musical Analysis
| An exploration of the Armenian [[w:duduk|duduk]], one of the most iconic and emotionally resonant instruments used in the ''Battlestar Galactica'' score.
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| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt I|Themes of Battlestar Galactica, Pt I]]
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| October 8, 2006
| Musical Analysis
| The first in a multi-part series where the composer breaks down the primary musical themes of the show, starting with [[William Adama|Adama's theme]] and [[Gaius Baltar|Baltar's theme]].
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| [[Source:Bear McCreary Blog - Diving Into Season Three|Diving Into Season Three]]
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| September 29, 2006
| Series Musings
| A post looking forward to the start of Season 3, reflecting on the musical journey so far and teasing the new musical directions for the upcoming season.
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==See Also==
* [[Music of the Re-imagined Series]]
* [[Bear McCreary]]
* [[List of songs in the Re-imagined Series]]

==External Links==
* [https://bearmccreary.com/ Bear McCreary's Official Website]
* [https://bearmccreary.com/project/battlestar-galactica/ Battlestar Galactica project page on Bear McCreary's website]
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