Who composed the musical score for Mulan?

Jerry Goldsmith composed the musical score for Mulan.

Goldsmith wrote the film’s instrumental score, creating the dramatic music heard during sequences such as Mulan’s decision to take her father’s place, the Hun attack, and the avalanche. He also conducted the score’s orchestral recordings and remained distinct from the team responsible for the songs.

Matthew Wilder composed the songs, while David Zippel wrote their lyrics. That division explains a common mix-up: Goldsmith is the score composer, but Wilder and Zippel are credited with musical numbers including “Reflection,” “Honor to Us All,” and “I’ll Make a Man Out of You.”

Goldsmith joined the project after earlier possibilities, including Rachel Portman, Randy Edelman, and Kitarō, did not result in the final score. The soundtrack album was released by Walt Disney Records on June 2, 1998. Goldsmith’s work was later recognized with nominations and awards attention, including an Academy Award nomination shared with the film’s songwriters.