The Last of Us (HBO)

The HBO series “The Last of Us” is a critically acclaimed adaptation of the popular video game. Contributing to the show’s atmosphere, is the soundtrack by composer Gustavo Santaolalla. Having also composed the music for the original game, Santaolalla’s work seamlessly blends minimalist Ronroco melodies, with unsettling ambient textures. His music perfectly captures the post-apocalyptic world and the complex relationship between Joel and Ellie.

The series is being heralded as “the greatest video game adaptation ever”. No surprise as Craig Mazen is the executive producer and showrunner. Mazen’s Chernobyl mini-series (on HBO) was one of the greatest shows I have ever seen. It’s a must watch. 

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Allowed to be Happy (Gustavo Santaolalla) from The Last of Us Episode 2.

On the Nature of Daylight (Max Richter) from The Last of Us Episode 3.
This piece was played during ‘Frank and Bill’s last day.’

Unbroken (Gustavo Santaolalla) from Episode 4.

How to play THE LAST OF US: Opening Titles | fingerstyle guitar

This guitar tab is beautifully written across 4 pages. Although there’s no difficult chord shapes, the relentless fingerstyle might be tough for beginner guitar players. Enjoy!

The guitar tab is available below:

**THE LAST OF US (HBO): Opening Titles | fingerstyle guitar

This piece is played in standard tuning.